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  • Question
    What if I don't have crushed ice?
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    Take an ice cube tray, freeze the water, and when the ice is frozen, take it out of the freezer and stab the ice with a wooden spoon or rolling pin.
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    Can I use almond or coconut milk?
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    Yes, although the consistency may be a little less creamy than if you use milk.
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    After blending everything, should the mixture be thick or runny before freezing it?
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    It should be runny because it just came out of the blender, but if you put it in the freezer, it will turn into ice cream consistency.
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    How many people does this serve?
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    It serves one person, but if you like, you can double or triple the ingredients if you need more.
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    Can I put it back into the freezer for storage, or is this a one-time use recipe?
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    You can put it back in the freezer for storage just as you would with ice cream you purchase.
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    What type of milk should I use to make ice cream in a blender?
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    Full fat milk will give you a creamy texture. If you're health conscious and don't mind a less creamy texture, you can use milk with lesser fat content.
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    Can corn syrup be added?
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    You can add anything you like; the possibilities are endless. You can also add fruits: pineapple, strawberries, blueberries, chocolate, etc. You can also add honey on top as a sweetener instead of corn syrup. Corn syrup isn't the healthiest of options.
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    Can I add blueberries to my ice cream?
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    Yes, absolutely. (Just keep in mind that adding blueberries might turn your ice cream purple.)
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    What if I don't have enough vanilla?
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    Try other flavoring methods, like fruit or syrup. Cookies are also an excellent alternative. Use the vanilla you have (if you have some), and crumble up some cookies!
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    Do I crush the ice by itself at first, or do I add the milk?
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    It won't matter for the final product, so you can do whichever you prefer. However, the instructions recommend crushing the ice by itself.
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    What kind of milk do I need -- condensed or powdered?
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    Just use normal liquid milk that you can get at the grocery store. You can use any milk fat percentage. The fattier the milk is, the creamier the ice cream will be.
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    How do I make chocolate ice cream?
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    You can follow these steps while including some chocolate syrup, melted chocolate, chocolate chips, or chocolate milk.
  • Question
    I did this and it came out as ice. What did I do wrong?
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    You might have put too much ice in. You also ou not have blended the ice enough before adding the other ingredients.
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    Can normal milk be used?
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    Yes, you can use regular milk you buy from a store. Remember, the fattier the milk that you use, the creamier your ice cream will be.
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    Can I add chocolate chips?
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    Yes! However, it's advised that you add them after blending so they won't just be crushed into the ice cream.
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    Can you substitute the sugar for honey?
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    Yes, just sweeten to taste.
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    Do I need whipped cream?
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    Yes. It makes the ice cream thicker.
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    How can I make different flavors with this method?
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    Use different extracts or syrups.
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    Can I replace the vanilla extract with natural strawberries?
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    Yes. If you want a healthier recipe, blend frozen strawberries with a banana, and don't add liquid to it.
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    What if I don't have ice?
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    Do you have ice trays? Just make some ice ahead of time. Otherwise you could still try it, you'll just have to put it in the freezer to solidify before eating.
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    How long do I put it in the blender?
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    It should be blended until it forms a thick consistency, probably between 45 seconds to 1 minute.
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    For how long do I blend?
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    The amount of time will vary depending on the blender. Blend until smooth.
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    Can I add strawberries when I add all the other ingredients?
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    Yes, but if you want a stronger strawberry flavor, I suggest lowering the amount of vanilla extract (but still keeping some for flavor enhancement).
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    Do I have to put in ice while blending the ingredients?
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    Yes, but you can add the ice slowly as you blend to prevent your blender from getting stuck or burned out.
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    What flavors can be used?
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    There's really no limit. Use vanilla extract for vanilla. If you'd like chocolate, however, use a quarter of the recommended vanilla extract amount and add chocolate syrup to your liking. Basically, to use fruit, juices, yogurt or any other flavorings, you need to lessen the amount of vanilla extract.
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    Do I have to put in that much sugar?
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    The sugar is just used as a sweetener, so it's optional. If you don't want your ice cream as sweet, don't add as much sugar.
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    How do I make it into flavored ice cream?
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    Just use any water-soluble or emulsion-based flavoring extract. Chocolate, butterscotch and caramel syrups are fine.
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    Can I use organic sugar?
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    Of course! Organic sugar will work fine.
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    What if I don't want to add vanilla extract?
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    You don't need to add the vanilla if you do not want to.
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    Can I put sweetened condensed milk in my 1% milk to make it creamier?
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    Yes. but it will also be sweeter.
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