Tropical Coconut Bliss Ice Cream
Coconut ice cream made at home uses full-fat coconut milk as its base, giving it a rich, creamy consistency without any dairy. Churn time runs about 25 minutes in a standard ice cream maker, followed by a few hours in the freezer to firm up completely.
Equipment
- 1 Ice Cream Maker
- 1 Mixing Bowl
- 1 Sauce Pan
- 1 Whisk
Ingredients
- 1 can full-fat coconut milk 400ml can, room temperature, preferably organic
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk for added sweetness and creamy texture
- 1 tsp vanilla extract pure extract for best flavor
- ½ cup shredded coconut lightly toasted for added texture
- ¼ tsp salt a pinch to round out the flavors
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth and well blended.
- Transfer the mixture into a saucepan and heat gently over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture is warm and flavors meld, approximately 5-7 minutes. It's important not to let it boil.
- Remove from heat and let the mixture cool to room temperature. This cooling step is crucial for ensuring the creamy texture of the ice cream.
- Once cooled, pour the mixture into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions, typically around 20-30 minutes. The mixture will start thickening and resemble soft-serve ice cream when ready.
- About five minutes before completion, add the toasted shredded coconut. This will incorporate the coconut evenly throughout the ice cream.
- Transfer the churned ice cream into an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours, or until firm, to allow flavors to fully develop.
Notes
- To enhance the coconut flavor, you can add a few drops of coconut extract along with the vanilla.
- For a twist, try incorporating pineapple chunks or a swirl of pineapple syrup for a Piña Colada-inspired flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 493kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 8gFat: 31gSaturated Fat: 26gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 26mgSodium: 284mgPotassium: 533mgFiber: 1gSugar: 47gVitamin A: 204IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 236mgIron: 4mg
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