Name: Apple Cinnamon Swirl Ice Cream
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 260 min
Ingredients: 2 cups heavy whipping cream; 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk; 1 can apple pie filling (chopped); ¼ cup butter (melted); ¼ cup brown sugar; 1 tbsp ground cinnamon

Discover the ultimate no-churn apple cinnamon swirl ice cream recipe that’s perfect for fall and holiday gatherings! This creamy, flavorful homemade ice cream combines the taste of apple pie with a sweet cinnamon swirl, all without an ice cream maker. Takes just 20 minutes of prep time, it’s an easy dessert your family will love.

Apple Cinnamon Swirl Ice Cream in a loaf pan with a spoon, topped with cinnamon swirl.

This easy no churn ice cream tastes like apple pie a la mode minus the pie crust!

Why You’ll Love This No-Churn Apple Cinnamon Swirl Ice Cream

If you’re craving the cozy flavors of apple pie à la mode but want something simpler, this no-churn apple cinnamon swirl ice cream is your answer. It’s packed with chunks of tender apples, a rich cinnamon brown sugar swirl, and a creamy base made from just a few pantry staples. No ice cream machine required—just mix, swirl, and freeze! Ideal for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any autumn day, this recipe delivers big on taste with minimal effort.

Ingredients for Homemade Apple Cinnamon Ice Cream

heavy cream – creates that light, fluffy texture.
sweetened condensed milk – adds sweetness and creaminess without needing to churn.
apple mixture (apple pie filling) – provides real apple chunks and flavor—chop for bite-sized pieces.
melted butter – melted for the cinnamon swirl base.
cinnamon – infuses warm, spicy notes throughout.
brown sugar – brings caramel-like depth to the swirl.

Step-by-Step Instructions: How to Make No-Churn Apple Cinnamon Swirl Ice Cream

I love making no churn ice creams because they are so easy to make and only take a handful of ingredients to get the flavors you want and love!

I started by prepping the apples. Use a can of apple pie filling and just cut up the bigger chunks of apple into bite-sized pieces. If you wanted you could cut up some granny smith apples and cook them down until soft and then let them cool to room temperature.

Then I get the heavy whipping cream going in the mixer. You want to whip the cream until it forms soft peaks, usually about 5 minutes.

Once you’ve reached soft peaks, then you can add the sweetened condensed milk to the whipped cream.

Then add the chopped up apple pie filling. Carefully stir the ice cream mixture together.

Then I melted the butter and added the brown sugar and cinnamon to create the cinnamon swirl.

I added about 3/4 of the cinnamon mixture to the ice cream base and gently swirled it in.

Then pour the ice cream into a loaf pan. Finish by adding sprinkles of the cinnamon swirl on top and then use a spoon or knife to drag through the cinnamon to finish creating a swirl on top of the ice cream.

Place the loaf pan into the freezer for at least 4 hours before serving.

After it freezes you’ll have a creamy texture ice cream with chunks of apples and a sweet cinnamon swirl throughout. This apple pie ice cream recipe make a great addition to your holiday dessert menu.

Apple Cinnamon Swirl Ice Cream

A recipe for apple cinnamon swirl ice cream that is super easy to make for the holidays! It's a no churn ice cream full of flavor.

Prep Time 20

Freeze 4

Total Time 4 20

Serving Size 9

Equipment

mixer
loaf pan

Ingredients

2 cups heavy whipping cream
14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
1 can apple pie filling chopped
¼ cup butter melted
¼ cup brown sugar
1 tbsp ground cinnamon

Instructions

Open the can of apple pie filling and cut up the big chunks of apples so everything is bite-sized.
Pour the heavy whipping cream into the mixer bowl and whip on medium-high until it reaches soft peaks, usually about 4-5 minutes.
Pour the sweetened condensed milk into the whipped cream.
Add the apples. Fold the sweetened condensed milk and apples into the whipped cream.
In a microwave safe bowl, melt the butter. Add the brown sugar and cinnamon. Mix together.
Add ¾ of the cinnamon mixture to the ice cream base. Mix until the cinnamon is swirled throughout.
Pour into a loaf pan.
Add the rest of the cinnamon swirl to the top of the ice cream mixture and then swirl it through the top of the ice cream.
Freeze for at least 4 hours.

Tips for the Best Apple Cinnamon Ice Cream

Storage: Keep in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.
Variations: Swap apple pie filling for homemade apple compote or add vanilla extract for more depth. Drizzle some caramel sauce on top if you want that caramel apple vibe.
Serving Ideas: Pair with warm apple pie, gingerbread cookies, oatmeal cookies, or as a topping for waffles.
Make-Ahead: Prep this ice cream days in advance for stress-free holiday entertaining.