Paleo Fresh Mint Ice Cream
Indulge in the creamy, refreshing delight of Paleo Fresh Mint Ice Cream, a dairy-free and gluten-free treat that’s bursting with natural flavors! Made with luscious full-fat coconut milk, fresh mint leaves, and sweetened with raw honey, this ice cream achieves a perfect balance of smooth richness and herbal freshness. A hint of vanilla and optional almond extract enhances the flavor profile, while chunks of paleo-friendly dark chocolate add a decadent touch. Whether you're following a paleo diet or simply craving a wholesome dessert, this recipe is a breeze to make with minimal prep time and an easy-to-follow process. Churned to perfection and finished with a freeze for a scoopable texture, it's the ultimate guilt-free indulgence that’s perfect for summer days or anytime you need a refreshing treat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Full-fat coconut milk
- 1 cup Fresh mint leaves
- 0.5 cup Raw honey
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Almond extract (optional)
- 0.5 cup Chopped dark chocolate (min 70% cacao, paleo-friendly)
Instructions
Start by gently rinsing the fresh mint leaves to remove any dirt. Pat dry with a clean towel.
In a medium saucepan, combine the coconut milk and mint leaves. Warm the mixture over medium heat until it begins to simmer. Do not let it boil.
Once simmering, remove the saucepan from the heat and cover it. Let the mint leaves steep in the coconut milk for about 30 minutes to infuse the flavor.
After 30 minutes, strain the coconut milk into a bowl using a fine mesh sieve to remove the mint leaves. Press on the leaves with the back of a spoon to extract as much flavor as possible.
Return the flavored coconut milk to the saucepan. Add the raw honey, vanilla extract, sea salt, and almond extract (if using). Stir to combine.
Place the saucepan back on medium heat and warm the mixture, stirring constantly, just until the honey has completely dissolved.
Remove from heat and allow the mixture to cool to room temperature, then 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, usually about 20-25 minutes.
During the last few minutes of churning, add the chopped dark chocolate.
Transfer the ice cream to a lidded container and freeze for an additional 1-2 hours for a firmer texture, or serve immediately for a softer texture.
Enjoy your refreshing Paleo Fresh Mint Ice Cream!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2588 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 167.8 g | 215% | |
| Saturated Fat | 131.1 g | 656% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 679 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 254.6 g | 93% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 43.3 g | 155% | |
| Total Sugars | 178.9 g | ||
| Protein | 32.0 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 911 mg | 70% | |
| Iron | 46.8 mg | 260% | |
| Potassium | 3694 mg | 79% | |
*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.
