Description
Delight in a creamy, smooth, and naturally sweet homemade Vanilla Ice Cream crafted with wholesome plant-based ingredients. This easy-to-make dessert offers a rich texture and a warm vanilla flavor perfect for any occasion, from casual evenings to festive celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons pure vanilla extract (natural)
- 1/2 cup maple syrup (natural)
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
- A pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Prepare Your Base: Combine the full-fat coconut milk, maple syrup (natural), pure vanilla extract (natural), natural gelling agent, and a pinch of sea salt in a saucepan. Stir gently over low heat until the natural gelling agent dissolves completely, creating a smooth and velvety mixture.
- Cool the Mixture: Remove the saucepan from heat and let the base cool to room temperature. Then, chill it thoroughly in the refrigerator for several hours or overnight to enhance flavor and texture.
- Churn the Ice Cream: Pour the cold mixture into your ice cream maker and churn according to your machine’s instructions, usually for 20 to 30 minutes, until the mixture thickens and reaches a creamy consistency.
- Freeze to Set: Transfer the churned ice cream into an airtight container and freeze for an additional 4 to 6 hours to fully firm up before serving.
Notes
- Choose high-quality pure vanilla extract (natural) for authentic flavor.
- Properly chill the ice cream base before churning for best texture.
- Use full-fat coconut milk for natural creaminess without additives.
- Stir occasionally during freezing to minimize ice crystal formation.
- Experiment with mix-ins like nuts, fruit, or chocolate added after churning for extra delight.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: vanilla ice cream, plant-based ice cream, coconut milk ice cream, homemade dessert, dairy-free ice cream, vegan vanilla ice cream
