Dairy-Free Homemade Cherry Ice Cream
Indulge in the creamy delight of Dairy-Free Homemade Cherry Ice Cream, a luscious, guilt-free dessert that's perfect for any occasion! Bursting with the natural sweetness of fresh cherries and enriched with the velvety richness of coconut milk and coconut cream, this recipe offers a dreamy alternative to traditional ice cream without compromising on flavor. Sweetened naturally with maple syrup and brightened by a hint of lemon juice, it's a refreshing treat that's completely dairy-free and vegan-friendly. With just a few simple steps, including blending, simmering, and churning in an ice cream maker, you'll create a perfectly smooth and creamy texture that's sure to impress. Whether served in bowls or cones, this frozen cherry indulgence is a crowd-pleaser for anyone seeking a plant-based dessert that satisfies.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted
- 2 cups full-fat coconut milk
- 1 cup coconut cream
- 0.5 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.125 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
Start by placing the pitted cherries into a blender or food processor. Blend until you achieve a smooth puree.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the cherry puree, coconut milk, coconut cream, maple syrup, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and sea salt.
Heat the mixture, stirring constantly, until it comes to a gentle simmer. This should take about 5 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.
Transfer the cherry mixture to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until thoroughly chilled. For best results, leave it overnight.
Once chilled, pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions. This usually takes about 20-25 minutes.
Transfer the churned ice cream to a lidded, freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 2 hours to firm up.
Before serving, allow the ice cream to sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften slightly for easy scooping.
Serve the dairy-free cherry ice cream in bowls or cones and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2577 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 154.2 g | 198% | |
| Saturated Fat | 138.7 g | 694% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 459 mg | 20% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 312.8 g | 114% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.8 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 287.2 g | ||
| Protein | 17.4 g | 35% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 128 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 16.5 mg | 92% | |
| Potassium | 2235 mg | 48% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
