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Blue bubble gum ice cream scoops in waffle cones with colorful gumballs and sprinkles

Bubble Gum Ice Cream

Rebecca Blumer
A creamy, nostalgic bubble gum ice cream bursting with sweet fruity flavor and colorful gumballs—perfect for a fun, kid-friendly dessert or a throwback summer treat!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Freezing Time 6 hours
Total Time 1 day
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 346 kcal

Equipment

  • Ice Cream Maker
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • Freezer-safe Container

Ingredients
  

Ice Cream Base

  • 2 cups whole milk at least 3.5% fat
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream 36% fat
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp bubble gum extract LorAnn or similar
  • 2-5 drops food coloring pink or blue, gel preferred

Mix-Ins

  • 2 cups mini gumballs frozen to minimize color bleeding

Instructions
 

  • Chill your ice-cream maker bowl at least 24 hours before beginning.
  • In a large bowl, whisk the milk, cream, and sugar together until the sugar is fully dissolved (about 2 minutes).
  • Add bubble gum extract and food coloring; stir well to combine.
  • Cover and refrigerate the mixture for 2–4 hours to age the base.
  • Pour the chilled base into the ice-cream maker and churn according to manufacturer instructions, about 18–25 minutes, until it reaches soft-serve consistency.
  • Layer churned ice cream with frozen gumballs in a freezer-safe container. Press parchment paper onto the surface.
  • Freeze the layered ice cream for at least 4 hours or overnight for a firmer texture.

Notes

Freeze gumballs before using to prevent color bleeding. Work quickly when folding candy into churned ice cream for the best color results. If ice cream becomes too hard after several days, let it sit at room temperature for 5–10 minutes before scooping.
Nutrition Information (Per Serving)
  • Calories: 346 kcal
  • Carbohydrates: 59 g
  • Protein: 3 g
  • Fat: 11 g
    • Saturated Fat: 7 g
    • Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g
    • Monounsaturated Fat: 3 g
    • Trans Fat: 1 g
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg
  • Sodium: 59 mg
  • Potassium: 97 mg
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Sugar: 44 g
  • Vitamin A: 476 IU
  • Vitamin C: 1 mg
  • Calcium: 77 mg
  • Iron: 1 mg
 
⚠️ Disclaimer: The nutrition information provided is estimated based on automated calculations and should be viewed as an approximation. These values are offered as a helpful reference and may vary depending on specific ingredients and brands used. For the most accurate results, please consult your own nutritional data or preferred brand values.