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Coconut Milk Ice Cream Without a Machine {Dairy Free}

Using coconut milk still gives you all the rich, creamy flavour of traditional ice cream, but with the added benefit of healthy fats. It’s a great alternative for people who can’t consume dairy, or are trying to cut back.

 

Making it at home also cuts out all the sugar and preservatives that store bought ice cream can contain. It’s easy to make and you don’t need an ice cream machine to do it.

 

I like to melt half a square of dark chocolate in the microwave, and then drizzle on top. It becomes nice and hardened, and I can mix it up to make a “chocolate chip” version.

What you’ll need:

  • 1 can full fat coconut milk
  • 2 tsp vanilla
  • 1-2 tsp honey

 

Whisk everything together in a large bowl.

 

Pour into a large baking dish and put in the freezer for 45 minutes.

 

Remove from the freezer and stir vigorously to break up any frozen sections. Return to the freezer. Continue to check the mixture every 30 minutes.

Keep checking and stirring vigorously until the ice cream is frozen. It should take a total of 1.5 to 3 hours to be ready. Transfer to a covered storage container until ready to serve.

 

It comes out perfectly rich and creamy, with a hint of coconut. Get creative and try different flavours – strawberry, mint chocolate, lavender honey… you name it!

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Comments

  2. I’ve been trying to cut back on sweets and sugar lately, but didn’t want to fully deprive myself. I absolutely love ice cream and have always had coconut milk just sitting in my cabinet, so I thought coconut milk ice cream would be a lovely idea. I followed all your instructions and it turned out amazing! I absolutely loved it. To fit my preference, I ended up adding 1 tsp vanilla and 2 1/2 tbsp of honey, and it was just amazing.

    Next time I make it, I’ll blend some frozen pineapple to a smooth frozen puree and add it to the mix. Imagine the creamy, pina colada flavor! Thanks so much for the recipe, it’s now a favorite of mine!

  3. How long can I keep this in the freezer after making? Will it stay creamy and ice cream like if kept in the freezer and not served when specified?