British Blogger’s 2-Ingredient Ice Cream Recipe Celebrates 12 Years of Popularity

For over a decade, a simple two-ingredient ice cream recipe has been a summer staple, originally popularized by British food blogger Gemma Stafford. Her YouTube video demonstrating the recipe has amassed 12 million views and recently marked its 12th anniversary. The recipe revolutionized homemade ice cream preparation worldwide, becoming a go-to method for many.

The recipe requires only two main ingredients: two 500 ml containers of 38% heavy cream and one 400 ml can of sweetened condensed milk, with an optional teaspoon of quality vanilla extract. The process involves whipping the cream to stiff peaks, then folding in the condensed milk and vanilla before freezing overnight. This method yields a creamy vanilla ice cream base that can be customized with various additions.

To enhance the ice cream, the article suggests mixing in fresh fruits like mango, berries, pineapple, apricots, or peaches, either chopped or pureed into a thick shake consistency. Chocolate spreads, halva, pistachio paste, or peanut butter can be combined with some cream to create a thick sauce to swirl into the ice cream. Adding crushed cookies such as Lotus, Oreo, or butter cookies introduces a crunchy texture, while toasted nuts like sliced almonds or coconut flakes add a nutty flavor.

For serving, the article recommends using round containers typically used by ice cream shops for yogurt, or polystyrene containers from ice cream vendors, as these are easier to hold than traditional metal loaf pans. It also advises purchasing ice cream cones from specialty ice cream shops rather than supermarkets for a better experience.

This recipe and its variations offer a versatile, easy way to make delicious homemade ice cream, especially suited for hot summer days. The original post was published on July 15, 2026.