Coconut Ice Cream

Indulge in the creamy, tropical flavors of homemade Coconut Ice Cream—a simple yet decadent dessert that brings a taste of paradise to your table. This recipe combines rich coconut milk, silky heavy cream, and a touch of vanilla for a perfectly balanced flavor profile, sweetened just right with granulated sugar. The addition of sweetened shredded coconut creates a delightful texture in every bite, while a pinch of salt enhances the overall depth of flavor. With only 10 minutes of preparation and the help of an ice cream maker, you can create this luscious treat in no time. Serve this refreshing coconut ice cream in bowls or cones for an irresistible dessert that’s perfect for summer soirées or a tropical twist on family night.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups Coconut milk
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Sweetened shredded coconut
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the coconut milk, heavy cream, and granulated sugar.

Step 2

Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir the mixture constantly until the sugar is completely dissolved. This should take about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt. Let the mixture cool to room temperature.

Step 4

Once cooled, pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions. This usually takes about 20-30 minutes.

Step 5

Five minutes before the churning is finished, add the sweetened shredded coconut to the ice cream maker to incorporate it evenly into the ice cream.

Step 6

Transfer the churned ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 2 hours or until firm.

Step 7

Serve the coconut ice cream in bowls or cones and enjoy a refreshing tropical treat.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(917.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1751.4

Total Fat 93.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 59.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 240mg	0%
Sodium 844.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 216.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.0g	0%
Total Sugars 199.1g
Protein 1.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 35.4mg	0%
Iron 0.5mg	0%
Potassium 501.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.9%

Protein: 0.4%

Carbs: 50.7%