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Healthy Ice Cream

Healthy Best Ice Cream Recipe


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  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 1 Servings

Description

Indulge in this delicious healthy ice cream recipe made with coconut milk, yogurt, and natural sweeteners. Simple to make and guilt-free!


Ingredients

For the Ice Cream:

  • Full-fat canned coconut milk: This forms the base and helps create a thick (creamy texture.)
  • Coconut yogurt or Greek yogurt: Choose a thick variety for the best results.
  • Honey or maple syrup: Use maple syrup for a vegan option; any sticky sweetener will work.
  • Cashew butter or almond butter: These add flavor and creaminess; avoid peanut butter unless you want that specific taste.
  • Pantry staples: Vanilla extract and sea salt.

For the Cookie Dough:

  • Almond flour: Can substitute with cashew flour; oat flour will not work as a direct substitute.
  • Protein powder: Adds flavor and sweetness; choose your favorite flavor.
  • Cashew or almond butter: For the cookie dough bits.
  • Melted coconut oil: Can also use avocado oil or vegan butter.
  • Maple syrup: Honey is another option.
  • Monk fruit or coconut sugar: Monk fruit is great for a sugar-free option (while coconut sugar adds flavor.)
  • Milk of choice: Just a splash or two will do.
  • Sea salt and vanilla extract.

Equipment Needed

  • Ice cream maker
  • Blender
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula


Instructions

Making Ice Cream (With an Ice Cream Maker)

  1. Prepare the Ice Cream Maker: The night before you plan to make the ice cream, place the bowl of your ice cream maker in the freezer.
  2. Blend Ingredients: When ready, blend all ice cream ingredients in a blender until smooth.
  3. Churn in Ice Cream Maker: Turn on your ice cream maker according to its instructions. Pour in the mixture and let it churn until thick and creamy (about 25–30 minutes).

Making Cookie Dough

  1. Combine Ingredients: While the ice cream maker is running, mix all cookie dough ingredients in a bowl until a dough forms. Adjust texture as needed by adding more almond flour or liquid.
  2. Form Dough Balls: Roll into small balls or leave in crumbles to mix into the ice cream later.
  3. Add Cookie Dough to Ice Cream: Once the ice cream is ready, mix in some cookie dough pieces before serving.
  4. Store Leftovers: Transfer any remaining ice cream to an airtight container and store it in the freezer. Let it thaw for 30 minutes before scooping when ready to enjoy.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert, Snack
  • Cuisine: American