In a large mixing bowl, add the heavy cream, and vanilla extract. Whip it with an electric hand mixer or a stand mixer with the balloon attachment for 5-8 minutes or until stiff peaks form.
Don't over-mix so you won't make mixture (this happens when you over-whip heavy cream).
Add the cold sweetened condensed milk and Nutella.
Whip it until the mixture is well combined and homogeneous.
Pour the ice cream mixture into a metal loaf pan and smooth it out. If desired, top the ice cream with dollops of Nutella and swirl it with a butter knife or a toothpick.
Cover the container with plastic wrap and place the container in the freezer for at least 5-6 hours. Once frozen, scoop with an ice cream scooper and serve!
Notes
Gently fold the condensed milk and Nutella into the whipped cream mixture to maintain the airiness and fluffiness of the ice cream.
For added texture and flavor, consider mixing in crushed hazelnuts or chocolate chunks before freezing.
Cover the pan tightly with plastic wrap before placing it in the freezer to prevent crystallization and freezer burn on your ice cream.
Allow your Nutella ice cream to freeze for at least 6 hours or overnight for optimal consistency before serving up this delightful treat!
Make sure to use a metal loaf pan for freezing as it helps maintain the ideal temperature for setting your ice cream.
Before serving, let the ice cream sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften slightly for easy scooping.
Make sure your mixing bowl and beaters are cold before whipping the cream to stiff peaks for a light and airy texture.
Don't try to replace one of the ingredients with lower fat ingredients. The heavy cream is very important in this recipe and is what makes this recipe foolproof.
Use cold heavy cream. Refrigerate your heavy cream before making this recipe to keep it extra cold. Cold heavy cream whips faster and better.