Sugar-Free Ice Cream Recipe (Dairy-Free)
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Sugar-Free Ice Cream Recipe (Dairy-Free)
Description
This recipe uses coconut milk and coconut cream as the base, providing natural richness and creaminess without dairy. Lakanto sugar—a sugar substitute containing erythritol and monk fruit extract—along with Lakanto maple syrup, sweeten the mixture while keeping it sugar-free. To make vanilla or chocolate versions, vanilla extract or unsweetened cocoa powder is added respectively. The mixture is blended to ensure the sweetener dissolves completely and the flavors are well distributed.
Freezing the mixture in ice cube trays allows for uniform portioning, which are then blended to whip the frozen mixture into a thick, creamy consistency. This process replicates the texture of traditional ice cream without needing an ice cream maker. The final product can be scooped and served or used in ice cream sandwiches with compatible cookies.
This ice cream suits those avoiding dairy and sugar yet seeking a frozen dessert. The coconut flavor is prominent and pairs well with chocolate or vanilla notes. It should be stored in the freezer and scooped when slightly thawed.
Allow ice cubes to soften slightly before blending to ease processing. Store the finished ice cream in a sealed container in the freezer. For serving, scoop straight or combine with other desserts like cookie sandwiches.
Ingredients
- 1 1/3 cups (14oz/232ml) coconut milk full fat
- 1/4 cup (1oz/28g) cocoa powder unsweetened
- 1/2 cup (4floz/115ml) coconut cream or the cream skimmed from a cold can of coconut milk
- 1/4 cup (2oz/57g) Lakanto sugar swerve, or erythritol, and monk fruit extract
- 1/4 cup (2 ½ oz/71g) Lakanto Maple Syrup maple syrup or honey (this is sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract