Name: Immortal ice-cream cream from the days of socialism: tastes like Russian ice cream!
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 10
Ingredients: 350 g sour cream; 100 g granulated sugar; 1 egg; 3 tablespoons plain wheat flour; 110 g butter (room temperature); 1.5 g vanillin (or vanilla sugar)

Immortal ice-cream cream from the days of socialism: tastes like Russian ice cream!

Immortal ice-cream cream from the days of socialism: tastes like Russian ice cream! recept

Easy to prepare
10 portions
20 minutes

Jan, 21. 12. 2025

Do you remember the taste of real Russian ice cream from childhood? This recipe for homemade ice-cream cream will remind you of it with the first bite. The cream is delicate, full of nostalgic flavor, holds its shape beautifully and you can use it in cakes, slices, pies or as a quick base for a summer ice cream sandwich between wafers. And what’s best? It is without whipped cream and completely free of artificial additives.

For 10 portions

Ingredients

350 g sour cream
100 g granulated sugar
1 egg
3 tablespoons plain wheat flour
110 g butter (room temperature)
1.5 g vanillin (or vanilla sugar)

optional: chopped white chocolate or fresh fruit

Preparation procedure

Let the butter soften at room temperature.
In a bowl, mix the sour cream, egg, sugar, flour and vanillin.
Transfer the mixture to a double boiler and cook, stirring constantly, until it thickens. Take care to prevent lumps from forming.
Remove the finished cream from the heat and let it cool completely.
Meanwhile, whip the softened butter until fluffy.
Combine the butter with the cooled cream and beat thoroughly until a smooth, creamy mixture forms.
Optionally, you can stir in white chocolate or fresh fruit.
Use the finished cream to fill cakes, pastries, or spread it between two wafers and freeze – you’ll get a great homemade „Russian ice cream“.

⏱ Total preparation time: approx. 20 minutes

🍽 Number of servings: for one cake or 10–12 servings

Recipe conclusion

This cream is not only a retro classic, but also a versatile helper for the modern kitchen. It holds its shape perfectly, has a delicate texture and will surprise even the most demanding sweet-tooths with its flavor. Prepare it in advance and always have on hand a cream that will save any dessert – from cakes to no-bake pastries.

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