And despite the array of flavors, you still might not find the perfect tub youre looking for.

Thats when homemade ice cream can come in clutch.

Make an ice cream inspired by those pastries by folding in some seasonal fruit.

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Its really about innovating with what you have on hand to match whatever taste profile youre craving.

While making your own frozen dessert may sound complicated, its actually simpler than you may think.

And the best part?

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Homemade ice cream comes together without a whole lot of hands-on time.

The prep usually takes under 15 minutesand then the ice box does the rest of the work.

Looking for a bit more of a direction or some really tasty inspo?

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Weve rounded up 15 homemade ice cream recipes to get you one step closer to cooling off this summer.

Thats the truth with this recipe, which proves that cold and luscious desserts dont have to be complicated.

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Have extra nuts left over from baking?

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you’re free to also throw in some green food coloring if youre really feeling festive.

The hack is snagging some purple yam powder to serve as the base.

That way, theyll get nice and smooth when you blend them with some sweetener and almond milk.

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Then top off your dish with some chocolate chips, nuts, or berries to add some texture.

Bonus: It provides a great way to use up any beans that might be close to expiring.

Get creative by adding toppings like warm jam or chocolate sauce.

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