Jell-O Swirl Ice Cream

Make colourful no churn Jello Swirl Ice Cream with just 4 ingredients. Creamy, fruity, fun to make, and perfect for summer parties.

Jello Swirl Ice Cream is one of those nostalgic desserts that’s almost as much fun to make as it is to eat. Made with just four simple ingredients, this no churn ice cream has a rich, creamy base with colourful ribbons of fruity Jello running throughout every scoop.

Since there’s no ice cream maker required, it’s an easy frozen treat for birthdays, summer parties, BBQs, or simply cooling off on a hot day. You can mix and match your favourite gelatin flavours to create endless colourful combinations, making this recipe just as fun for kids as it is for adults.

Tips for Best Results

• Whip the cream to stiff peaks so the ice cream freezes light and fluffy.
• Fold in the condensed milk gently to avoid knocking too much air out of the whipped cream.
• Sprinkle the gelatin evenly over each layer for pretty swirls throughout the loaf.
• Don’t overmix after layering. Keeping the layers separate creates the colourful swirl effect.
• Freeze at least 5 hours, but overnight gives the best texture.
• Let it sit for 5 to 10 minutes before scooping if frozen overnight.

Ingredients & Substitutions

• Heavy cream (35%) – Use whipping cream only. Lower-fat cream won’t whip properly.
• Sweetened condensed milk – Adds sweetness and keeps the ice cream soft and scoopable. Do not substitute evaporated milk.
• Orange Jello – Adds bright citrus flavour and vibrant orange swirls. Any flavour of gelatin works well.
• Lime Jello – Adds a tart contrast to the orange. Feel free to substitute strawberry, raspberry, cherry, blue raspberry, lemon, or your favourite flavour.

Storage

• Freezer – Cover the loaf pan tightly with plastic wrap followed by foil, or transfer the ice cream to an airtight freezer-safe container.
• Best Quality – Enjoy within 2 weeks for the creamiest texture and brightest flavour.
• Before Serving – Let the ice cream sit at room temperature for 5 to 10 minutes before scooping if frozen solid.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Jello Swirl Ice Cream

Yields: 10 servings | Prep Time: 15 minutes | Freeze Time: 5 hours

Ingredients

• 2 cups (480 ml) heavy whipping cream
• 1 (14 oz/397 g) can sweetened condensed milk
• 1 (3 oz/85 g) box orange Jello gelatin
• 1 (3 oz/85 g) box lime Jello gelatin

Directions

1. Whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
2. Fold the sweetened condensed milk into the whipped cream until fully combined.
3. Spread about one-fifth of the mixture into a loaf pan.
4. Sprinkle half of the orange gelatin evenly over the cream.
5. Spread another one-fifth of the cream mixture over top.
6. Sprinkle half of the lime gelatin over the cream.
7. Repeat the layers with another one-fifth of the cream, the remaining orange gelatin, another one-fifth of the cream, the remaining lime gelatin, then finish with the remaining cream mixture.
8. Cover tightly and freeze for at least 5 hours, or overnight.
9. Let stand at room temperature for 5 to 10 minutes before scooping and serving.