Heart-Healthy Salted Caramel Ice Cream
Indulge guilt-free with this Heart-Healthy Salted Caramel Ice Cream, a creamy and decadent dessert that's perfect for satisfying sweet cravings without compromising wellness goals! This dairy-free recipe combines unsweetened almond milk and rich coconut cream with naturally sweet Medjool dates and pure maple syrup, creating a luscious caramel-like base without refined sugars. A touch of sea salt elevates the flavors, while arrowroot powder ensures an irresistibly smooth and scoopable texture. Quick to prepare and made with wholesome ingredients, this recipe is ideal for anyone seeking a healthier alternative to traditional ice cream. Serve it chilled and velvety, garnished with a sprinkle of sea salt for a gourmet touch!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Unsweetened almond milk
- 1 cup Coconut cream
- 8 Medjool dates, pitted
- 0.25 cup Pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
- 2 tablespoons Arrowroot powder
- 2 tablespoons Chilled water
Instructions
Soak the pitted dates in warm water for about 10 minutes to soften them, then drain.
In a blender, combine the soaked dates, almond milk, coconut cream, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk the arrowroot powder with 2 tablespoons of chilled water to form a slurry.
Transfer the ice cream mixture from the blender to a medium saucepan and stir in the arrowroot slurry over medium heat.
Cook the mixture, stirring continuously, until it thickens slightly and starts to bubble. This should take about 5 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the sea salt.
Allow the mixture to cool at room temperature, then place it in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until it is thoroughly chilled.
Once chilled, transfer the mixture to an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
Transfer the churned ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours or until it reaches the desired firmness.
Scoop and serve garnished with a sprinkle of extra sea salt if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1683 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 45.6 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.8 g | 189% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1550 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 327.8 g | 119% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.3 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 288.1 g | ||
| Protein | 7.4 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.4 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 1020 mg | 78% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 1886 mg | 40% | |
*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.
