Vegan Peppermint Chocolate Chip Frozen Dessert
Indulge in the creamy, refreshing delight of Vegan Peppermint Chocolate Chip Frozen Dessert, a plant-based twist on classic mint chocolate chip ice cream. Made with a luscious base of full-fat coconut milk and unsweetened almond milk, this frozen treat is naturally sweetened with maple syrup and infused with the cool, invigorating flavor of peppermint extract. A hint of vanilla rounds out the flavor profile, while optional natural green food coloring lends a playful minty hue. Dairy-free mini chocolate chips add bursts of rich texture to every bite. Perfect for summer or any time you crave a guilt-free indulgence, this dessert is churned to perfection in an ice cream maker and can be easily prepared in under 30 minutes of active effort. Scoop up this vegan frozen dessert at your next gathering or treat yourself to a refreshing plant-based indulgence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Full-fat coconut milk
- 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 0.5 cup Maple syrup
- 1.5 teaspoons Peppermint extract
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch or arrowroot powder
- 0.5 cup Dairy-free mini chocolate chips
- 4 drops Optional natural green food coloring for minty hue
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, whisk together 2 cups of full-fat coconut milk, 1 cup of unsweetened almond milk, and 0.5 cup of maple syrup over medium heat.
In a small bowl, dissolve 2 tablespoons of cornstarch or arrowroot powder in 2 tablespoons of cold water. Add the mixture to the saucepan and stir continuously until it begins to thicken, about 3-5 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in 1.5 teaspoons of peppermint extract, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 4 drops of optional natural green food coloring for a minty hue.
Let the mixture cool to room temperature for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent a skin from forming.
Transfer the mixture to an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions, typically 20-30 minutes.
When the dessert is almost finished churning, add 0.5 cup of dairy-free mini chocolate chips and allow them to mix in evenly.
Transfer the churned dessert to a freezer-safe container and smooth the top. Cover the container with a lid or plastic wrap and freeze for at least 2 hours to firm up.
Allow the dessert to soften at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before scooping and serving. Enjoy this refreshing vegan indulgence!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2040 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 140.9 g | 181% | |
| Saturated Fat | 115.1 g | 576% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 254 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 209.5 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.2 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 163.0 g | ||
| Protein | 16.6 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 587 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 20.4 mg | 113% | |
| Potassium | 1534 mg | 33% | |
*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.
