Description
Avocado might sound unusual for dessert, but it provides an incredible, naturally creamy texture and a beautiful pale green hue to this no-churn ice cream. It’s refreshingly light yet deeply satisfying, perfect for a guilt-free treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large, ripe avocados, pitted and scooped
- 1 (14-ounce) can full-fat coconut milk, chilled overnight (scoop out the thick cream only)
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 cup fresh lime or lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Pinch of fine sea salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Coconut Cream: Open the chilled can of coconut milk without shaking it. Carefully scoop out the thick, solidified cream from the top into a large mixing bowl. Reserve the watery liquid for another use (like smoothies).
- Blend Ingredients: Add the avocado flesh, scooped coconut cream, maple syrup, lime/lemon juice, vanilla extract, and salt to a high-speed blender or food processor.
- Process Until Smooth: Blend on high until the mixture is completely smooth, velvety, and uniform in color. Scrape down the sides as necessary. Taste and adjust sweetness or tanginess if needed.
- Freeze Preparation: Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container (a loaf pan works well). Cover the surface directly with plastic wrap to prevent ice crystals from forming.
- Initial Freeze: Place the container in the freezer for 2-3 hours, or until the edges begin to set.
- Stir and Re-freeze: Remove the pan and use a sturdy spatula or hand mixer to vigorously stir and break up any developing ice crystals. This step is crucial for creaminess in no-churn recipes. Smooth the top again and cover.
- Final Freeze: Return to the freezer for at least 4-6 hours, or preferably overnight, until firm enough to scoop.
- Serve: Let the ice cream sit on the counter for 5-10 minutes before scooping and serving.
Notes
- For the best texture, ensure your avocados are very ripe but not brown.
- If you prefer a richer, dairy version, substitute the coconut cream with 1.5 cups of heavy whipping cream, whipped to stiff peaks before folding into the avocado base.
- A splash of spirulina powder can be added for a more intense green color, though it is optional.
- Prep Time: PT15M
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Frozen Desserts
- Method: No-Churn
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg