Homemade Nutella Ice Cream
🍫🍦 Homemade Nutella Ice Cream — Because Life’s Too Short for Boring Desserts
Creamy, dreamy, chocolate‑hazelnut heaven in a bowl — this Homemade Nutella Ice Cream is proof that indulgence belongs on the daily menu.

Ice cream is one of those magical foods that instantly makes life better. Bad day? Ice cream. Good day? Ice cream. Tuesday afternoon when you’re pretending to fold laundry but really scrolling Pinterest? Ice cream. And when that ice cream is homemade, bursting with Nutella’s chocolate‑hazelnut goodness, kissed with vanilla, and swirled into heavy cream? Well, that’s not just dessert — that’s a lifestyle.
This Homemade Nutella Ice Cream is ridiculously simple: Nutella, sugar, cream, vanilla, and a pinch of salt. No fancy machines required, no complicated steps, just pure creamy indulgence. It’s the kind of recipe that makes people ask for seconds, then the recipe, then a container to take home.
Why this recipe is a keeper:
- Minimal effort, maximum flavor — ready in minutes.
- Balanced texture — creamy, smooth, indulgent.
- Family‑friendly — picky eaters don’t stand a chance.
- Make‑ahead friendly — freezes beautifully.
- Instagram‑worthy — glossy scoops deserve a close‑up.
💬 Reader prompt: Are you team “Nutella belongs on toast only” or team “Nutella deserves its own ice cream empire”?
Since I got pregnant I can not eat much. In fact, if I cook something for dinner, I’m mostly going to throw up and then not want to eat what I cooked. Matt is being so patient with me but I feel so lame. He made the most delicious vanilla ice cream a month or so ago and I threw it up.
Therefore the smell of vanilla made me want to vomit for weeks. I really wanted rocky road ice cream the other day and we didn’t have the things we needed so this was the compromise. I definitely feel like it was a huge win!

Homemade Nutella Ice Cream
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup Nutella
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 2/3 cups Heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions
- In a blender, mix ingredients until the mixture is smooth. Then refrigerate until cold.
- Then freeze in your ice cream maker as directed by the instructions. The put in the freezer until solid. About 4 to 6 hours.
🔢 Calorie Count (Per Serving, Serves 8)
- Calories: ~310
- Protein: 3g
- Carbs: 24g
- Fat: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 20g
🥕 Nutritional Facts & Fun
- Nutella: Hazelnuts + cocoa = indulgence.
- Heavy cream: Richness + silky texture.
- Sugar: Sweetness + balance.
- Vanilla: Flavor bomb.
- Salt: Enhances everything.
💬 Reader prompt: Do you like your ice cream extra sweet, or more subtle and creamy?
👩🍳 Cooking Tips
- Nutella hack: Warm slightly for easier mixing.
- Texture trick: Chill mixture before churning.
- Flavor boost: Add espresso powder for mocha vibes.
- Serving suggestion: Pair with biscotti or waffles.
- Storage: Keep in airtight container — lasts 1 week.
🔄 Recipe Variations
- Berry Lovers: Add raspberry swirl.
- Tropical Glow: Stir in coconut flakes.
- Spicy Kick: Sprinkle with cinnamon.
- Low‑Sugar: Use monk fruit sweetener.
- Extra Indulgent: Swirl in caramel sauce.
💬 Reader prompt: Which version would your family devour first — berry, tropical, or caramel‑swirled?
🧒 Kid Tips
- Call it “chocolate cloud ice cream” to make it sound fun.
- Keep flavors mild for little taste buds.
- Let kids sprinkle toppings like sprinkles or gummy bears.
- Serve in cones for less mess (okay, slightly less).
🛒 Grocery Hacks
- Nutella: Buy in bulk — pantry lifesaver.
- Cream: Stock up when on sale — freezes beautifully.
- Sugar: Mix white + brown for depth.
- Vanilla: Real extract = flavor bomb.
- Salt: Sea salt flakes = fancy finish.
💬 Reader prompt: Do you usually buy Nutella fresh, or keep jars on hand for quick recipes?
🎯 Reader Challenge
This week, I challenge you to make Homemade Nutella Ice Cream and serve it in a fun way. Maybe it’s in mason jars, maybe it’s part of a sundae bar, maybe it’s your new Friday night tradition. Post your creation with #LouLouGirlsNutellaGlow so we can all drool together.
🥪 Leftover Remix
- Ice Cream Sandwiches: Scoop between cookies.
- Ice Cream Floats: Add to root beer or cola.
- Ice Cream Pie: Spread in graham cracker crust, freeze.
- Milkshakes: Blend with milk for Nutella shake.
- Breakfast Treat: Scoop on pancakes (no judgment).
💬 Reader prompt: Would you rather turn leftovers into milkshakes or ice cream pie?
💭 Final Thoughts
This Homemade Nutella Ice Cream is proof that dessert doesn’t have to be complicated. It’s bold, flavorful, and versatile enough to be a summer showstopper, a holiday favorite, or a “just because” indulgence. Plus, it’s the kind of recipe that makes everyone smile — and isn’t that the best kind of cooking?
Here’s the thing about ice cream — it’s never just dessert. It’s the swirl of Nutella, the joy of cream whipping, the comfort of knowing you’ve got a dish that’s both playful and nostalgic.
And this Homemade Nutella Ice Cream? It’s a keeper. It’s creamy, it’s indulgent, it’s fun. It’s the kind of recipe that makes you feel like you’ve turned pantry staples into something ice‑cream‑parlor‑worthy.
But what I love most is how recipes like this bring us together. Food has that magic — it’s not just about eating, it’s about sharing. It’s about swapping tips, laughing over sticky counters, and building little traditions that make life tastier.
So here’s my challenge to you: make this dish, share it with your people, and then tell me your twist. Did you add berries? Did you sneak in caramel? Did you double the Nutella just because you could? (No judgment — I’d be first in line for that version.)
💬 Reader prompt: Should we do a “Chocolate Dessert Series” next? I’m dreaming up Nutella brownies, chocolate lava cakes, and maybe even cocoa‑swirled cheesecake.
Until then, may your Nutella be rich, your cream silky, your scoops generous, and your kitchen filled with laughter, love, and second helpings. Because at the end of the day, recipes like this aren’t just about cooking — they’re about celebrating the little joys that make life delicious.
And if you take nothing else from this post, let it be this: Nutella ice cream isn’t just dessert, it’s a lifestyle. 🍫🍦✨
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If you don’t have an ice-cream device, you can add about 45ml of strong alcohol in it to prevent the mixture to freeze all the way through.
Great tip!