Description

This Vanilla Vegan Ice Cream is a creamy, dairy-free dessert made with full-fat coconut milk and unsweetened almond milk, perfectly sweetened with organic cane sugar and flavored with pure vanilla extract. The ice cream is thickened naturally with cornstarch and churned to a smooth, soft-serve consistency before freezing to firmness. Ideal for those seeking a rich, plant-based treat without compromising on flavor or texture.

Ingredients

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Liquid Ingredients

2 cups full-fat canned coconut milk
1 cup unsweetened almond milk
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

3/4 cup organic cane sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/8 teaspoon salt

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Instructions

Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, whisk together the coconut milk, almond milk, sugar, cornstarch, and salt until smooth to ensure no lumps remain.
Cook Mixture: Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture begins to thicken slightly, about 5 to 7 minutes; avoid boiling to prevent curdling.
Add Vanilla: Remove the mixture from heat and stir in the pure vanilla extract, distributing the flavor evenly.
Chill Base: Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours until fully chilled to prepare for churning.
Churn Ice Cream: Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions, usually about 20 to 25 minutes, until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
Freeze to Firmness: Transfer the churned ice cream to a freezer-safe container and freeze for 2 to 4 hours until firm, ensuring the perfect scoopable texture.
Serve: Before serving, let the ice cream sit at room temperature for 5 to 10 minutes to soften slightly for easy scooping.

Notes

For a richer texture, use all coconut milk and omit the almond milk.
Optional mix-ins such as dairy-free chocolate chips or crushed nuts can be added during the last few minutes of churning.
Store leftover ice cream in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks to maintain freshness.