3 Ingredient Ube Ice Cream

Ube is a popular dessert flavor, especially in countries like the Philippines, and its popularity is rapidly growing in the U.S.—just look at Trader Joe’s famous ube ice cream! Inspired by its deep vibrant flavor and my recent virality with my simple 3-ingredient Oreo ice cream reel, I decided to try making my own ube ice cream. The result? A delicious and beautiful ice cream treat. The best part? You only need three ingredients.

What is Ube?

Ube is a purple yam that originated in the Philippines. Known for its deep, vibrant purple color, it is often mistaken for a purple sweet potato. Ube is a staple in Filipino cuisine and is commonly used as a flavor in desserts such as bread, cakes, ice cream, and more. It is gaining traction in America as prevalent in the ube shake at Jack in the Box and ube sweets at Trader Joe’s.

Ube Ice Cream Ingredients

• 2 cups heavy whipping cream
• 1/2 can ube condensed milk: Adjust to sweetness preference.
• 1 tsp ube extract

Instructions

Start by adding heavy whipping cream to a mixing bowl. Whisk until stiff peaks form.

Next, add half a can of ube condensed milk and whisk until fully incorporated. Then, mix in ube extract, whisking until the color are evenly distributed.

Transfer the mixture to a freezer-safe container, smooth the top, and cover it tightly. Freeze for at least 8 hours or until firm.

When ready to serve, take the container out of the freezer and let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften slightly. Scoop, serve, and enjoy your creamy homemade ube ice cream!

If you enjoyed this 3 ingredient ube ice cream recipe, you might want to try my wildly popular 3 ingredient Oreo ice cream recipe.