Ingredients:

  • 1 cup half-and-half
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp mini chocolate chips
  • 6 cups ice cubes
  • 1/2 cup coarse salt

Instructions:

  1. Pour the half-and-half, sugar, and vanilla extract into a quart-sized freezer bag. Add mini chocolate chips if using. Squeeze out excess air and seal the bag tightly.
  2. Fill a gallon-sized freezer bag halfway with ice cubes and pour the coarse salt over the ice.
  3. Place the sealed quart-sized bag into the gallon-sized bag, ensuring it is centered and submerged in the ice. Seal the outer bag securely.
  4. Wearing gloves or using a kitchen towel for protection, shake, roll, and toss the bag vigorously for 10 minutes until the mixture reaches a soft-serve consistency.
  5. Remove the small bag from the ice and rinse the exterior thoroughly with cold water to remove salt brine before opening.