Vegan Vanilla Ice Cream

Bowl of vanilla ice cream with whole strawberries.
Prep Time 1 hr
Rest Time 2 hrs
Total Time 3 hrs
Courses:
Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6
Best Season: Summer
Description

Sometimes the simplest flavors are the most irresistible, and this Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream is a perfect example. Coconut milk and vanilla almond milk create a rich, creamy base, while pure vanilla extract and agave add delicate sweetness and warm vanilla flavor. A touch of avocado or olive oil, plus xanthan or guar gum, helps give every scoop a wonderfully smooth, velvety texture. 

Enjoy it piled into a cone, topped with fresh berries, or drizzled with your favorite dessert sauce for an extra-special treat. You can even make it without an ice cream maker, so a bowl of homemade vanilla goodness is never out of reach. 

Ingredients
  • 14 ounces canned full fat coconut milk
  • 2 cups almond milk (vanilla flavored)
  • 2/3 cup pure maple syrup (or coconut sugar)
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 3 tablespoons avocado oil (or extra-virgin olive oil)
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon xanthan gum (can substitute guar gum)
Instructions
  1. 1

    Blend coconut milk, almond milk, vanilla, maple syrup, oil, salt, and xanthan gum in a blender and refrigerate for 1 hour.

     

  2. 2

    Transfer the ice cream mixture to an Ice Cream Maker and prepare it according to the manufacturer's instructions.

     

  3. 3

    Transfer the ice cream to a freezer-safe, sealable container and store in the freezer.

     

  4. 4
    Bowl of vanilla ice cream with whole strawberries.

    If you don't have an ice cream maker —no worries. Remove the mixture from the freezer every 20 minutes and whisk for 2 minutes before returning to the freezer. Repeat this for 2 to 3 hours, swapping out the whisk for a sturdy spoon when needed. 

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Serving Size 2/3 cup (approximately)

Amount Per Serving
Calories 354kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20.7g32%
Saturated Fat 11g56%
Sodium 115mg5%
Potassium 250mg8%
Total Carbohydrate 42.5g15%
Dietary Fiber 1g4%
Sugars 37.5g
Protein 2.2g5%
Vitamin A 50 mcg
Vitamin C 0.8 mg
Calcium 160 mg
Iron 2 mg
Vitamin D 1 mcg
Vitamin E 1.7 mg
Vitamin K 8 mcg
Vitamin B6 0.06 mg
Folate 14 mcg
Vitamin B12 0.5 mcg
Magnesium 35 mg
Zinc 0.6 mg
Selenium 6 mcg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: Vegan vanilla ice cream recipe, dairy-free ice cream recipe
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