Heart-Healthy Hazelnut Ice Cream
Indulge guilt-free with this luscious Heart-Healthy Hazelnut Ice Cream, a creamy, plant-based dessert that's as nutritious as it is delicious! Crafted with roasted hazelnuts, velvety avocados, and unsweetened almond milk, this recipe delivers rich, nutty decadence without dairy or refined sugars. Sweetened naturally with pure maple syrup and infused with a hint of cocoa and vanilla, it’s the perfect treat for those looking to satisfy their sweet tooth while prioritizing heart health. Ready in just 20 minutes (plus freezing time), this vegan hazelnut ice cream is an antioxidant-rich delight, ideal for sharing with loved ones or savoring solo. Perfect for clean eating, gluten-free diets, or anyone seeking a wholesome dessert alternative!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Unsweetened almond milk
- 1 cup Blanched hazelnuts
- 0.5 cup Pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 large Avocados
- 3 tablespoons Cocoa powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Sea salt
Instructions
Begin by toasting the hazelnuts: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the hazelnuts on a baking sheet and roast them in the oven for about 10 minutes, or until they’re fragrant and golden brown. Let them cool.
Once cooled, place the hazelnuts in a blender or food processor and blend until finely ground.
Add the almond milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, avocados, cocoa powder, and sea salt to the ground hazelnuts.
Blend all ingredients on a high setting until the mixture is smooth and creamy. You may need to stop occasionally to scrape down the sides of the blender.
Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness if necessary with additional maple syrup.
Transfer the ice cream mixture into a shallow, airtight container. Cover the surface with plastic wrap to prevent ice crystals from forming, then seal with the lid.
Place the container in the freezer for at least 4 hours or until firm.
Before serving, let the ice cream sit at room temperature for about 5–10 minutes to soften slightly for easier scooping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2188 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 171.4 g | 220% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.3 g | 97% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 924 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 159.0 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 52.9 g | 189% | |
| Total Sugars | 81.7 g | ||
| Protein | 38.3 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.4 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 1174 mg | 90% | |
| Iron | 13.3 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 4127 mg | 88% | |
*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.
