Churn and Burn (Calories): This Genius Ball Makes Ice Cream Through Play

Turn playtime into dessert time with this fun, rolling ice cream ball—make fresh, homemade ice cream in 25 minutes with just a little energy and a lot of laughs.

This hands-on ice cream maker combines active play with sweet rewards—no electricity, just energy and imagination.


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Who said making ice cream had to mean standing in a kitchen? The Yaylabs Softshell Ice Cream Ball reinvents summer fun by turning the sweet science of ice cream into a game. Just add your ingredients, give it a shake, add ice to cool/churn, roll it around, and in about 25 minutes of active play—you’ve got a pint of delicious homemade ice cream. Perfect for kids, campers, and curious foodies alike, this BPA-free gadget makes dessert a group activity and cleanup a breeze. Whether it’s a backyard barbecue or a family camping trip, this is one cool way to chill out.

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Why It’s a Must-Have:

Dessert + Activity in One – Combines movement and fun with a frozen treat payoff
Perfect for Summer Play – Great for picnics, campgrounds, parties, and backyard hangs
No Power Needed – Old-school fun meets modern ease; just roll to churn
Kid-Approved + Parent-Friendly – BPA-free, food-safe, and dishwasher safe
Built-in Handles & Wide Openings – Easy to fill, mix, and scoop out your ice cream
Custom Flavors Every Time – Control ingredients and get creative with mix-ins

Whether you’re rolling it at the beach or tossing it around a picnic blanket, this ball is a memory-maker—and yes, it ends in ice cream.

Sweet. Simple. Surprisingly fun.

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Customers Promising Review: “Bought two of these for teenage boy gifts. They had a great time rolling ice cream. Recommend rolling on a smooth surface. We tried initially on a concrete patio but this tends to beat up the outside of the ball a bit. Followed a recipe from the instruction booklet. Absolutely recommend this for a bit of ice cream fun!” – Carol

“This is such a great ice cream maker. My boys love it! We’ve made lots of ice cream. It makes enough for 3 people easily.” – Richard Rease

“Just what we were looking for this summer. Our 2 and 5 year old have fun pushing and rolling it around while we are camping or having a bonfire. Just make sure the lids are on tight.” – Caitlin McSweeney

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