Piña Colada Ice Cream
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4.7
Piña Colada Ice Cream
Description
The ice cream base blends heavy cream, unsweetened coconut milk, sugar, and cream of coconut, heated gently until the sugar dissolves. Crushed pineapple with juice and a pinch of salt are stirred in to provide characteristic tropical flavors reminiscent of a piña colada cocktail. After cooling and chilling the mixture, it is churned in an ice cream maker until creamy and soft.
Once churned, the ice cream is transferred to a container and frozen overnight to develop a firm texture. The result is a rich, smooth ice cream with noticeable pineapple bits and a delicate coconut taste. Toasted coconut flakes and maraschino cherries add complementary flavors and a finishing touch when served.
This ice cream suits warm weather or dessert occasions where a tropical flair is desired. The preparation involves careful chilling and churning for ideal texture.
Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 13.5 ounces coconut milk unsweetened
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup cream of coconut
- 20 ounces crushed pineapple in juice
- salt pinch
- coconut flakes for garnish, optional, toasted
- maraschino cherries for garnish, optional
Instructions
- Prepare the ice cream maker according to the package directions (usually a 24 hour freezing time).
- Combine the heavy cream, coconut milk, sugar and coconut creme to a heavy bottom sauce pan. Stir over low-medium heat until the sugar dissolves. Stir in the crushed pineapple with juice and the salt. Remove from the heat and cool.
- After 10-15 minutes, transfer the mixture to a mixing bowl, cover and chill for at least 1 hour, stirring at least once. This works best if the whole bowl is chilled, so it might take up to 2-3 hours depending on your fridge and how frequently it is opened.
- Add the ice cream mixture to the prepared ice cream maker, churning for 20-25 minutes. The ice cream will be soft. Transfer to an ice cream container or a loaf pan, cover and freeze for 10-12 hours, or overnight for best results.
- When ready to serve, scoop and garnish with toasted coconut and/or maraschino cherries.
- If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or star ratings.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 16quart
Amount Per Serving
Calories 176 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 176kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 20mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 9mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 142mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 12g | 24% |
| Vitamin A | 235IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 4.3mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.7mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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