Snowflake Ice Cream Recipe (Light, Creamy & Festive)

This snowflake ice cream is a smooth, vanilla-based frozen dessert with a touch of sparkle — perfect for holiday gatherings or wintry treats. It’s often served with edible glitter or white chocolate shavings to give it that "snowy" look.

Ingredients

• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup whole milk
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 1 tbsp vanilla extract (or 1 tsp vanilla bean paste for a richer flavor)
• ¼ tsp almond extract (optional – adds a snowy twist)
• Pinch of salt
• White edible glitter or white chocolate shavings (for topping)

Directions

1. Mix the Base:
2. In a bowl, whisk together cream, milk, sugar, salt, vanilla, and almond extract until sugar is dissolved.
3. Chill:
4. Refrigerate the mixture for at least 1 hour to enhance flavor and churn performance.
5. Churn:
6. Pour into an ice cream maker and churn for 25–30 minutes until thick and creamy.
7. Decorate & Freeze:
8. Transfer to a container. Sprinkle with edible glitter or shaved white chocolate.
9. Freeze for at least 2 hours for a firmer texture.
10. Serve:
11. Scoop into bowls or cones, and optionally top with snowflake-shaped sprinkles or marshmallows.