Description
This creamy Vanilla Vegan Ice Cream is a delightful dairy-free treat made with full-fat coconut milk and almond milk. Naturally sweetened and flavored with pure vanilla, it’s churned to perfection for a smooth, rich texture that satisfies your sweet tooth while keeping things plant-based and vegan-friendly.
Ingredients
Scale
Liquid Ingredients
- 2 cups full-fat canned coconut milk
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
Sweeteners and Flavorings
- 3/4 cup organic cane sugar
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste (optional)
Thickening Agent
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons warm water
Seasoning
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Cornstarch Slurry: In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and warm water until smooth. Set aside to use later as a thickening agent.
- Heat the Milk Mixture: In a medium saucepan, combine the coconut milk, almond milk, sugar, and salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar fully dissolves and the mixture is warm but not boiling.
- Thicken the Mixture: Stir in the cornstarch slurry into the warm milk mixture. Continue cooking for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring constantly until the mixture slightly thickens.
- Add Vanilla Flavors: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the pure vanilla extract and vanilla bean paste if using, to enhance the flavor.
- Chill the Mixture: Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours until completely chilled.
- Churn the Ice Cream: Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions until the ice cream is thick and creamy.
- Freeze to Set: Transfer the churned ice cream to a freezer-safe container and freeze for 2 to 4 hours until firm.
- Serve: Let the ice cream sit at room temperature for a few minutes before scooping and serving to achieve the perfect scoopable texture.
Notes
- For extra creaminess, use only full-fat coconut milk and avoid light versions.
- You can substitute maple syrup for sugar for a refined sugar-free option, though the texture may be slightly softer.
- Add mix-ins like dairy-free chocolate chips or crushed cookies during the last few minutes of churning for extra flavor and texture.
