Heart-Healthy Watermelon Ice Cream
Cool down and indulge guilt-free with our heart-healthy watermelon ice cream recipe, a refreshing treat that's as nutritious as it is delicious. Made with frozen seedless watermelon cubes, creamy light coconut milk, and a touch of natural sweetness from honey or maple syrup, this dairy-free dessert is a perfect way to satisfy your sweet tooth without compromising your health. The addition of fresh lime juice and vanilla extract brings a bright, tropical flair, while a pinch of salt enhances the flavors beautifully. Ready in just 10 minutes, this no-churn watermelon ice cream lets you enjoy a homemade soft-serve or a scoopable delight after a quick freeze. Perfect for summer parties or a healthy snack, garnish this vibrant frozen dessert with fresh mint or juicy watermelon wedges for a picturesque presentation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed and frozen
- 1 cup light coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch pinch of salt
Instructions
1. Prepare the watermelon by cutting it into small cubes, removing any seeds, and freezing the cubes for at least 4-6 hours or overnight.
2. In a high-powered blender or food processor, add the frozen watermelon cubes, light coconut milk, honey or maple syrup, lime juice, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
3. Blend on high speed until the mixture becomes creamy and smooth. You may need to stop and scrape down the sides or add a tablespoon of coconut milk at a time if the mixture is too thick to blend.
4. Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness if needed by adding more honey or maple syrup, blending again after adding.
5. Once smooth, transfer the mixture into a freezer-safe container and spread it evenly.
6. Place the container in the freezer for 1-2 hours to firm up slightly, or enjoy it immediately as soft-serve ice cream.
7. Scoop into bowls, garnish with small watermelon wedges or fresh mint leaves if desired, and serve cold.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
539 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.1 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.6 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 191 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 113.1 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 96.3 g | ||
| Protein | 7.1 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 92 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 1229 mg | 26% | |
*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.
