Description
This easy Ice Cream Bread recipe uses just two main ingredients—vanilla ice cream and self-rising flour—to create a quick and delicious sweet bread. With a soft, tender crumb and a delightful sprinkle of rainbow jimmie sprinkles on top, this no-yeast bread is perfect for a simple dessert or snack. The recipe requires minimal prep and baking time, making it an ideal treat for beginner bakers or anyone looking for an effortless homemade bread with a hint of vanilla flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Ice Cream Bread Ingredients
- 14 ounce container (approximately 1 ⅔ cups) vanilla flavored ice cream, thawed to a pourable consistency (Haagen-Dazs brand recommended)
- 1½ cups self-rising flour
- 3 tablespoons rainbow colored jimmie sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare the pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray an 8 ½ x 4 ½ inch loaf pan with baking spray and line it with parchment paper. Leave enough parchment paper overhanging the sides to easily lift the baked bread out later.
- Combine ice cream and flour: In a large mixing bowl, add the thawed vanilla ice cream and self-rising flour.
- Mix batter carefully: Using a large rubber spatula or wooden spoon, gently stir the ingredients just until combined and no large lumps remain. Avoid overmixing to prevent a dense bread texture.
- Transfer batter to loaf pan: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread the top evenly. Sprinkle the 3 tablespoons of rainbow colored jimmie sprinkles evenly over the surface.
- Bake the bread: Bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and remove from pan: Let the bread cool in the pan for 8 to 10 minutes. Then lift it out using the parchment paper overhang, remove the parchment paper, and transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Storage: Store the ice cream bread in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
- Freezing: Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil to freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before serving.
- Reheating: Warm individual slices for 20-30 seconds in the microwave or lightly toast in a toaster oven.
- Ingredient tips: Use full-fat, high-quality vanilla ice cream like Haagen-Dazs for best results. Low-fat or non-dairy alternatives will not work as well.
- Flour note: Use fresh self-rising flour with active leavening for proper rise and texture.
- Mix gently: Do not overmix the batter to avoid dense bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 1/8 of loaf)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg