Nothing beats a good ice cream to cool off on a hot summer day! Recently, I decided to try the ice cream mix without an ice cream maker from Dr. Oetker. Promising simplicity and efficiency, this preparation piqued my curiosity. With its easy use, I couldn’t resist, hoping to finally enjoy homemade ice creams without the hassle of bulky equipment. So let’s take a look at this icy experience!
Discovering the mix
While rummaging through the frozen food aisle, I spotted an intriguing pack of My Ice Cream from Dr. Oetker, with the much-coveted mention: no ice cream machine required. My overflowing freezer encouraged me to buy it, as it took up little space. I then brought the sachet up to date and set out to find a few simple ingredients for the preparation.
The preparation
The method is incredibly simple. You just need to mix the powder with 2 deciliters of half-cream and whip it all with an electric whisk. In just three little minutes, my ice cream base was ready. I was quite pleased by the suggestion to add other ingredients like fruit pieces or chocolate chips. However, for my first attempt, I opted for a classic vanilla ice cream base.
Final result
After waiting a little over eight hours in the freezer, I eagerly discovered the result. To my great surprise, the taste was quite strong and the texture resembled that of industrial ice creams. However, I did notice that the preparation was slightly sweeter than I expected. With a 20% sugar content, it made me reflect on my taste preferences. But clearly, this artisanal option is far better than bargain ice creams from the store.
Quality/Price Ratio
All in all, the price to make this homemade ice cream is around chf 3.15 for 280 grams, which remains competitive compared to the price generally charged for artisanal ice creams. The advantage of buying this mix lies in its ability to be easily stored to prepare a quantity suited to one’s desires. However, midnight cravings for ice cream will require a bit of patience to let the cold do its work.
Personal Impressions
This experience was refreshing, if I may say so! Even though the mix does not rival a homemade Italian ice cream, it represents a pleasant and fun alternative. My children took part in the process and were thrilled to participate, making this moment a true family memory. As summer evenings approach, I can already see myself conjuring up other personalized flavors, thus bringing a touch of creativity to our moments of relaxation.
Overall, making your own ice cream without an ice cream maker is an experience I would recommend, especially for those who, like me, want to avoid bulky equipment. This could well become a family summer tradition, and who knows, maybe next time I’ll try to add a touch of raspberries to the recipe to spice up this sweetness!
