Fresh Coconut Ice Cream Recipe | Best Dairy Free Ice Creams
If you love coconut and want a dairy-free ice cream, this fresh coconut ice cream recipe is for you! You only need four ingredients: non dairy whipping cream, coconut milk powder, honey, and fresh coconut. This ice cream is creamy, rich, and naturally sweetened with coconut. And the good thing is you can make it without using an ice cream maker.
Ingredients
- 150 ml non dairy whipping cream
- 50 gm coconut milk powder
- 40 gm fresh coconut flakes
- 2 tbsp honey
- ¼ tsp ice cream essence
Instructions
- In a bowl take chilled melted non dairy whipping cream. Beat it with the help of a beater till it start foaming soft peaks.
- Now add coconut milk powder, honey and ice cream essence and mix them well with beater. Don’t overbeat.
- The mixture becomes very thick; add 2 tbsp water and mix again well. If the mixture still thick add 2-3 tablespoon more water and beat again till it become smooth and creamy.
- Add fresh grated coconut and mix well. Transfer it to a freezer safe container and spread it evenly. Top with some more fresh coconut flakes if you like.
- Cover the lid and let it set in the freezer for 8-10 hours or best overnight.
- Once the ice creams set, take out the box from freezer and let it sit for 5-10 minutes on kitchen counter before serving. Enjoy!
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Notes
Here are some tips and tricks to help you make the perfect dairy-free fresh coconut ice cream with honey.
- Honey is a natural sweetener that adds flavor and health benefits to your ice cream. Use a high-quality honey for best results.
- Adding shredded coconut to the ice cream mixture will give it a nice texture and enhance the coconut flavor.
- While you can make this ice cream without an ice cream maker, using one will give you the best texture and consistency.
- Freeze the ice cream for at least 2-3 hours - This will allow the ice cream to firm up and reach the right consistency.
- Remove the ice cream from the freezer about 10-15 minutes before serving to let it soften slightly.
- Try adding different ingredients like cocoa powder, vanilla beans, or fruit purees to create unique and delicious flavor combinations. By following these tips and tricks, you'll be able to make a delicious and creamy dairy-free fresh coconut ice cream with honey that's sure to impress your family and friends. Enjoy!