Solids and Liquids

Ice Cream

In March, to bring our Science unit of Matter to an end, students got the opportunity to make ice cream in class one Friday.  We had a blast!  The students enjoyed it so much, that I promised that I would add the directions on our blog, so that they could make it at home as well.

Making Ice Cream

Making Ice Cream

Materials Needed:

- 1 cup of milk

- 2 teaspoons of sugar

- 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla 

- 1 gallon size resealable bag

- 1 quart size resealable bag

- 1/2 cup of table salt, ice cream salt or kosher salt

- 5 cups of ice

- spoon or straw for enjoying :-) 

Directions:

1.  In the small bag, place the milk, sugar, and vanilla.  Squeeze out any excess air and seal the bag.

2.  Shake the bag to mix the ingredients. 

3.  Place the small bag inside the large bag.

4.  Add ice and salt to the large bag.  Squeeze out any excess air and seal the bag.  

5.  DOUBLE CHECK that the large bag is sealed!

6.  Shake the bag vigorously.  Place one hand on top of the bag and one hand at the base of the bag.   Shake for about 6-8 minutes. 

When you open the bag, be sure not to get salt water in the small bag.  You may want to rinse off the small bag before opening.  

7.  ENJOY!