Description
Vintage Ice Cream Bread is a delightfully simple and nostalgic two-ingredient bread made by combining softened full-fat ice cream and self-rising flour. The ice cream adds both sweetness and moisture, resulting in a soft, tender loaf that’s perfect for a quick homemade treat with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 cups softened full-fat ice cream, any flavor
- 1 1/2 cups self-rising flour
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar (optional)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×4-inch loaf pan thoroughly and line it with parchment paper or lightly flour it to ensure easy removal of the bread.
- Combine Ice Cream: Place the softened full-fat ice cream into a large mixing bowl. Make sure it is soft enough to stir but not melted.
- Add Flour and Optional Ingredients: Add the self-rising flour along with the optional granulated sugar and vanilla extract to the bowl.
- Mix Batter: Gently stir the mixture until just combined. It’s important not to overmix; the batter should be thick and slightly lumpy.
- Transfer to Pan: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth out the top with a spatula for even baking.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 45 minutes. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center of the bread comes out clean.
- Cool Bread: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it onto a wire rack to cool completely to room temperature.
- Serve: Slice and serve the bread plain or with your favorite accompaniments such as butter, jam, or extra softened ice cream for added indulgence.
Notes
- Use full-fat ice cream for the best texture and flavor.
- Flavors like vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, or butter pecan work especially well.
- Make sure the ice cream is softened enough to mix easily but not completely melted to avoid a runny batter.
- If you don’t have self-rising flour, substitute with 1½ cups all-purpose flour plus 2 teaspoons baking powder and ½ teaspoon salt.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Bread / Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American