Making ice cream at home can feel tricky, but with the Dash My Mug Ice Cream Maker, it’s actually simple and enjoyable. This little machine lets you create a single serving of ice cream in just minutes, right in your own kitchen.
Mug-sized ice cream recipes have become popular because they are quick, easy, and perfect for anyone who wants a sweet treat without making a big batch.
Dash My Mug Ice Cream Maker Recipe Book
75 delicious ice cream and frozen treat recipes made just for the Dash My Mug — featuring colorful pictures!
These recipes are great for busy families who want dessert without extra cleanup, beginners who want to try homemade ice cream, and dessert lovers who enjoy experimenting with flavors.
The best part? You can mix in your favorite ingredients, control how much you make, and try endless combinations.
With Dash My Mug Ice Cream Maker Recipes, you can enjoy fresh, creamy ice cream anytime, with minimal effort and a lot of enjoyable.
Why This Ice Cream Maker Is Perfect for Homemade Ice Cream
1. Compact Design and Single-Serve Convenience
The Dash My Mug Ice Cream Maker is small, easy to store, and designed for one serving. It’s perfect when you just want a small treat without making a huge batch of ice cream.
2. Ideal for Portion Control and Customization
You can make exactly the amount you want and add your favorite flavors or toppings. It’s easy to experiment with new ideas without wasting ingredients.
3. Faster Freezing Time Compared to Traditional Machines
This ice cream maker chills your mixture quickly, so you don’t need to wait for hours. Your ice cream is ready in minutes, which is perfect for a last-minute dessert.
4. Great for Experimenting with Flavors and Mix-Ins
From chocolate chips to fruit chunks or cookie pieces, the Dash My Mug Ice Cream Maker makes it simple to create custom flavors and try new combinations.
1. Vanilla Ice Cream
Prep Time: 5 minutes | Churn Time: 10 minutes | Serve: 1 mug
Vanilla is a classic flavor that never fails. I love making it in my Dash My Mug Ice Cream Maker because it’s creamy, smooth, and ready in minutes. It’s perfect on its own or as a base for other mix-ins.
Ingredients:
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp sugar
- ¼ tsp pure vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions:
- Pour cream, milk, sugar, vanilla, and salt into the mug.
- Attach the motor and paddle, then turn it on.
- Pour mixture through the chute slowly while the motor runs.
- Mix until creamy, about 8–10 minutes.
- Enjoy directly from the mug or transfer to a bowl.
2. Chocolate Ice Cream
Prep Time: 5 minutes | Churn Time: 12 minutes | Serve: 1 mug
Chocolate lovers will enjoy this rich and creamy ice cream. I add a little cocoa powder for depth and sweetness, and it’s ready fast in my Dash My Mug Ice Cream Maker.
Ingredients:
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions:
- Combine cream, milk, sugar, cocoa powder, vanilla, and salt in the mug.
- Secure motor and paddle, then turn on the machine.
- Slowly pour mixture through the chute.
- Mix until it reaches creamy consistency, 10–12 minutes.
- Serve immediately or add chocolate chips for extra enjoy.
3. Strawberry Ice Cream
Prep Time: 5 minutes | Churn Time: 10 minutes | Serve: 1 mug
Strawberry ice cream is fresh and fruity. I love using real strawberries mashed into a smooth puree for natural sweetness. It’s refreshing and easy to make in a mug.
Ingredients:
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup whole milk
- 3 tbsp sugar
- ¼ cup mashed strawberries
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Mix cream, milk, sugar, strawberries, and vanilla in the mug.
- Attach paddle and motor, then turn it on.
- Pour mixture slowly while the machine runs.
- Let it churn 10 minutes until creamy.
- Enjoy straight from the mug with fresh strawberry slices.
4. Cookies and Cream Ice Cream
Prep Time: 5 minutes | Churn Time: 12 minutes | Serve: 1 mug
Cookies and cream is one of my favorites. Crushed chocolate cookies mix perfectly into creamy vanilla ice cream for a crunchy, sweet treat.
Ingredients:
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp sugar
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
- 4 crushed chocolate sandwich cookies
Instructions:
- Combine cream, milk, sugar, and vanilla in the mug.
- Attach motor and paddle, then turn on.
- Pour mixture through the chute while the motor runs.
- After 5 minutes, add crushed cookies and continue mixing.
- Serve creamy with extra cookie pieces on top.
5. Chocolate Chip Frenzy
Prep Time: 5 minutes | Churn Time: 12 minutes | Serve: 1 mug
This ice cream is loaded with chocolate chips for every bite. I love making it in my mug because the chocolate stays soft and melty while the ice cream is creamy. It feels like a cookie and ice cream combo!
Ingredients:
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp sugar
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
- 3 tbsp mini chocolate chips
Instructions:
- Mix cream, milk, sugar, and vanilla in the mug.
- Attach the motor and paddle, then turn on.
- Slowly pour mixture through the chute.
- After 5 minutes, add chocolate chips and continue mixing.
- Serve right from the mug or add extra chips on top.
6. Mint Chocolate Swirl
Prep Time: 5 minutes | Churn Time: 12 minutes | Serve: 1 mug
Mint chocolate swirl is refreshing and sweet. I mix peppermint extract into the ice cream and swirl in chocolate syrup for a creamy, minty treat.
Ingredients:
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp sugar
- ¼ tsp peppermint extract
- 2 tbsp chocolate syrup
Instructions:
- Combine cream, milk, sugar, and peppermint extract in the mug.
- Attach motor and paddle, then turn on.
- Pour mixture slowly while machine runs.
- After 6 minutes, drizzle in chocolate syrup and gently swirl.
- Serve immediately for creamy mint chocolate goodness.
7. Chocolate Fudge
Prep Time: 5 minutes | Churn Time: 12 minutes | Serve: 1 mug
Chocolate fudge ice cream is rich and velvety. I add fudge sauce to make every spoonful extra indulgent. Perfect for chocolate lovers who want a fast treat.
Ingredients:
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp fudge sauce
- Pinch of salt
Instructions:
- Mix cream, milk, sugar, cocoa powder, fudge, and salt in the mug.
- Attach motor and paddle, then turn on.
- Pour mixture through the chute slowly.
- Continue churning 10–12 minutes until creamy.
- Add extra fudge on top if desired.
8. Matcha Velvet Ice Cream
Prep Time: 5 minutes | Churn Time: 12 minutes | Serve: 1 mug
Matcha green tea gives this ice cream a smooth, earthy flavor. I love how bright green it looks and how soft it becomes in my mug ice cream maker.
Ingredients:
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup whole milk
- 2 tsp matcha powder
- 2 tbsp sugar
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Mix cream, milk, matcha, sugar, and vanilla in the mug.
- Attach motor and paddle, then turn on.
- Pour mixture slowly through the chute while churning.
- Continue mixing 10–12 minutes until creamy.
- Serve right away or sprinkle with extra matcha powder.
9. Strawberry Sorbet
Prep Time: 5 minutes | Churn Time: 10 minutes | Serve: 1 mug
Strawberry sorbet is light and fruity. I love it in summer because it’s refreshing and sweet without any cream. Fresh strawberries make it taste natural and bright.
Ingredients:
- ½ cup fresh strawberries, mashed
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 2 tbsp water
- ½ tsp lemon juice
Instructions:
- Mix strawberries, sugar, water, and lemon juice in the mug.
- Attach motor and paddle, then turn on.
- Pour mixture slowly while machine runs.
- Let it churn 10 minutes until smooth and icy.
- Serve immediately for a refreshing fruit treat.
10. Raspberry Swirl Madness
Prep Time: 5 minutes | Churn Time: 12 minutes | Serve: 1 mug
Raspberry swirl madness is creamy with sweet raspberry ribbons. I swirl in raspberry puree at the end to make it look and taste fun.
Ingredients:
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp sugar
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
- 3 tbsp raspberry puree
Instructions:
- Mix cream, milk, sugar, and vanilla in the mug.
- Attach motor and paddle, then turn on.
- Pour mixture slowly through the chute.
- After 8 minutes, swirl in raspberry puree.
- Serve right away for a creamy and fruity combo.
11. Mango Sorbet
Prep Time: 5 minutes | Churn Time: 10 minutes | Serve: 1 mug
Mango sorbet is smooth, tropical, and refreshing. I use ripe mangoes to get natural sweetness, and it’s perfect for a light, fruity dessert.
Ingredients:
- ½ cup mango puree (about 1 small mango)
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 2 tbsp water
- ½ tsp lime juice
Instructions:
- Mix mango puree, sugar, water, and lime juice in the mug.
- Attach motor and paddle, then turn on.
- Pour mixture slowly while the machine runs.
- Let it churn 10 minutes until icy and smooth.
- Serve immediately for a tropical treat.
12. Pineapple Upside‑Down Cake Ice Cream
Prep Time: 5 minutes | Churn Time: 12 minutes | Serve: 1 mug
This ice cream tastes like dessert in a mug. I mix crushed pineapple and caramel bits for that cake-like flavor, and it’s creamy and sweet.
Ingredients:
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp sugar
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
- 3 tbsp crushed pineapple
- 1 tbsp caramel sauce
Instructions:
- Mix cream, milk, sugar, and vanilla in the mug.
- Attach motor and paddle, then turn on.
- Pour mixture slowly while churning.
- Add crushed pineapple and caramel sauce after 8 minutes.
- Serve immediately for a cake-inspired ice cream.
13. Peanut Butter Cup Ice Cream
Prep Time: 5 minutes | Churn Time: 12 minutes | Serve: 1 mug
Peanut butter cup ice cream is rich and nutty. I chop small peanut butter cups and swirl them in creamy vanilla ice cream for a treat that’s hard to resist.
Ingredients:
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp sugar
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
- 3 tbsp chopped peanut butter cups
Instructions:
- Mix cream, milk, sugar, and vanilla in the mug.
- Attach motor and paddle, then turn on.
- Pour mixture slowly while churning.
- Add chopped peanut butter cups after 8 minutes.
- Serve immediately for a nutty, chocolatey treat.
14. Pistachio Crunch Delight
Prep Time: 5 minutes | Churn Time: 12 minutes | Serve: 1 mug
Pistachio crunch delight is nutty and sweet. I mix crushed pistachios into creamy ice cream for a crunchy, flavorful bite every time.
Ingredients:
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp sugar
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
- 3 tbsp crushed pistachios
Instructions:
- Mix cream, milk, sugar, and vanilla in the mug.
- Attach motor and paddle, then turn on.
- Pour mixture slowly while churning.
- Add crushed pistachios after 8 minutes.
- Serve immediately for crunchy and creamy ice cream.
15. Butterscotch Crunch
Prep Time: 5 minutes | Churn Time: 12 minutes | Serve: 1 mug
Butterscotch crunch ice cream is sweet, smooth, and buttery. I stir in small bits of butterscotch candy for a perfect dessert in minutes.
Ingredients:
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp sugar
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp chopped butterscotch candy
Instructions:
- Mix cream, milk, sugar, and vanilla in the mug.
- Attach motor and paddle, then turn on.
- Pour mixture slowly while churning.
- Add chopped butterscotch candy after 8 minutes.
- Serve immediately for a buttery sweet treat.
16. Maple Pecan Ice Cream
Prep Time: 5 minutes | Churn Time: 12 minutes | Serve: 1 mug
Maple pecan ice cream is cozy and nutty. I mix maple syrup and toasted pecans into vanilla ice cream for a flavor that’s warm and comforting.
Ingredients:
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp sugar
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tbsp chopped toasted pecans
Instructions:
- Mix cream, milk, sugar, and vanilla in the mug.
- Attach motor and paddle, then turn on.
- Pour mixture slowly while churning.
- Add maple syrup and pecans after 8 minutes.
- Serve immediately for a sweet, nutty treat.
17. Key Lime Pie Ice Cream
Prep Time: 5 minutes | Churn Time: 12 minutes | Serve: 1 mug
Key lime pie ice cream is tangy and sweet. I mix lime juice, zest, and crushed graham crackers for a dessert-inspired flavor in a mug.
Ingredients:
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 2 tsp lime juice
- ½ tsp lime zest
- 2 tbsp crushed graham crackers
Instructions:
- Mix cream, milk, sugar, lime juice, and zest in the mug.
- Attach motor and paddle, then turn on.
- Pour mixture slowly while churning.
- Add crushed graham crackers after 8 minutes.
- Serve immediately for tangy, creamy ice cream.
18. Baileys Irish Cream Delight
Prep Time: 5 minutes | Churn Time: 12 minutes | Serve: 1 mug
Baileys Irish Cream ice cream is smooth and slightly boozy. I mix a little Baileys into vanilla ice cream for a dessert that’s creamy, rich, and perfect for adults.
Ingredients:
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp sugar
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp Baileys Irish Cream
Instructions:
- Mix cream, milk, sugar, vanilla, and Baileys in the mug.
- Attach motor and paddle, then turn on.
- Pour mixture slowly through the chute while churning.
- Continue mixing 10–12 minutes until creamy.
- Serve immediately or chill for a firmer texture.
19. Mocha Chip with Kahlua
Prep Time: 5 minutes | Churn Time: 12 minutes | Serve: 1 mug
Mocha chip with Kahlua is rich, coffee-flavored, and chocolatey. I stir in coffee, Kahlua, and chocolate chips for a dessert that wakes up your senses.
Ingredients:
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp instant coffee powder
- 1 tbsp Kahlua
- 2 tbsp mini chocolate chips
Instructions:
- Mix cream, milk, sugar, coffee powder, and Kahlua in the mug.
- Attach motor and paddle, then turn on.
- Pour mixture slowly while the machine runs.
- Add chocolate chips after 8 minutes.
- Serve immediately for a creamy mocha treat.
20. Coconut Lime Refresher
Prep Time: 5 minutes | Churn Time: 10 minutes | Serve: 1 mug
Coconut lime refresher is tropical, light, and zesty. I combine coconut milk and lime juice for a refreshing, dairy-free style ice cream that’s perfect for summer.
Ingredients:
- ½ cup coconut milk
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp lime juice
- ½ tsp lime zest
- 1 tbsp shredded coconut (optional)
Instructions:
- Mix coconut milk, sugar, lime juice, and zest in the mug.
- Attach motor and paddle, then turn on.
- Pour mixture slowly while churning.
- Stir in shredded coconut after 8 minutes if desired.
- Serve immediately for a tropical, creamy treat.
How to Store and Serve Dash My Mug Ice Cream
Storing your mug ice cream is easy. For short-term storage, place it in an airtight container in the freezer. This keeps it fresh for a few days. If your ice cream hardens too much, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes or stir it gently to soften before serving.
Serving is also enjoy – add toppings like chocolate chips, fruit, caramel, or nuts. You can layer sauces or create little ice cream sundaes right in the mug. The small portion size makes it perfect for a personal treat, and the compact size keeps cleanup minimal. With just a few tips, your homemade ice cream will always look and taste amazing.
Conclusion
The Dash My Mug Ice Cream Maker is perfect for anyone who loves quick, personal desserts. It balances simplicity and creativity, letting you try new flavors without extra effort. Making ice cream at home doesn’t have to be intimidating—it’s actually enjoyable and easy.
These Dash My Mug Ice Cream Maker Recipes encourage experimentation, from classic vanilla to fruity sorbets and decadent chocolate treats. The small, single-serve design means less cleanup and no waste, making it ideal for busy families, beginners, and dessert lovers.
With your Dash My Mug Ice Cream Maker, you can enjoy endless flavors, minimal prep time, and a sweet treat anytime you want.
