Homemade Dairy Free Date Ice Cream Recipe
This date ice cream may be dairy-free, but it is just as creamy and delicious as any dairy version. Made with coconut milk and dates, the end result is a dessert you can feel good about indulging in.
Servings: 6 people
Equipment
- 1 Blender
- 1 Ice Cream Maker optional
Ingredients
- 2 cans coconut milk 13.5 fl oz cans
- 8 ounce package pitted dates
- 1/2 cup melted coconut oil
- 3 egg yolks
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
Instructions
- If the dates are really dry, add them to a large jar or bowl with the coconut milk. Cover and place in the fridge to soak overnight. If they are already mushy, you can move straight on to the next step.
- Put all the ingredients into your blender or food processor. Blend on high until the mixture is creamy, and no chunks of dates, remain.
- Put everything into your ice cream maker and give it about 30 minutes to harden up.
- If you don't have an ice cream maker, you can put the mixture in a 9 by 13 pan, and allow it to harden for about eight hours.
Notes
- Soak the dates in coconut milk or water overnight or at least a couple of hours before making this recipe. This will ensure delicious and soft dates that blend well.
- This recipe uses raw eggs. Always make sure you get your eggs from a reputable source. We only use farm fresh organic pastured eggs. If those are unavailable in your area, you can purchase pasteurized eggs.
- This recipe is dairy free thanks to the coconut oil and coconut milk. You can use whole milk and cream if you prefer, like in my raw milk ice cream recipe.
- Add in your favorite mix ins, such as chocolate chunks, nuts, whole fruit, peanut butter, sea salt, etc.
Nutrition
Serving: 1person | Calories: 539kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 48g | Saturated Fat: 40g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 97mg | Sodium: 22mg | Potassium: 538mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 134IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 5mg