Paleo Butterscotch Ice Cream
Indulge in the velvety sweetness of this Paleo Butterscotch Ice Cream, a perfect guilt-free treat that’s both creamy and naturally sweetened. Made with full-fat canned coconut milk, medjool dates, and coconut sugar, this dairy-free dessert delivers the rich, buttery flavor of traditional butterscotch while staying true to paleo principles. A touch of vanilla and a thickening boost from arrowroot starch create an irresistibly smooth texture, perfect for churning into silky soft ice cream. Easy to prepare in just 15 minutes of prep time, this recipe is a healthier alternative to classic ice cream, and it's free from refined sugars, dairy, and gluten. Serve up a scoop of this paleo-friendly delight for a satisfying, wholesome dessert that's as indulgent as it is nutritious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups full-fat canned coconut milk
- 8 units medjool dates, pitted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup coconut sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons arrowroot starch
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the coconut milk and medjool dates. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, and cook until the dates are soft, about 5-7 minutes.
Once the dates are softened, pour the mixture into a blender and blend until smooth and creamy.
Return the blended mixture to the saucepan, then add the vanilla extract, coconut sugar, and salt.
In a small bowl, mix the arrowroot starch with a couple of tablespoons of cold water to create a slurry.
Slowly stir the arrowroot slurry into the saucepan and cook over medium heat until the mixture thickens slightly, around 3-5 minutes, stirring constantly.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the mixture cool to room temperature. Once cooled, cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until thoroughly chilled.
Once chilled, pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Transfer the soft ice cream to a lidded container, smooth the top, and freeze for at least 2 hours or until firm.
Before serving, let the ice cream sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften slightly. Use an ice cream scoop to serve and enjoy your paleo butterscotch treat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2291 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 115.3 g | 148% | |
| Saturated Fat | 100.8 g | 504% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 664 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 341.6 g | 124% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.9 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 294.3 g | ||
| Protein | 10.2 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 130 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 23.0 mg | 128% | |
| Potassium | 1720 mg | 37% | |
*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.
