Dairy-Free Watermelon Ice Cream
Cool off with the ultimate summer treat: Dairy-Free Watermelon Ice Cream! This refreshing dessert combines the natural sweetness of frozen, seedless watermelon with the creaminess of full-fat coconut milk, perfectly balanced by a hint of maple syrup, zesty lime juice, and fragrant vanilla extract. Completely plant-based, this recipe is ideal for those seeking a dairy-free or vegan alternative to traditional ice cream. Ready in just minutes (after freezing the watermelon cubes), this no-churn recipe creates a luscious, soft-serve-style texture or can be frozen further for a firmer scoop. Perfect for hot days, it’s a guilt-free indulgence bursting with tropical, fruity flavors that your whole family will adore.
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Ingredients
- 4 cups (diced, seedless) Fresh watermelon
- 1 cup Full-fat coconut milk
- 3 tablespoons Maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 pinch Pinch of salt
Directions
Step 1
1. Begin by preparing your watermelon. Dice 4 cups of seedless watermelon into small cubes. If your watermelon isn’t seedless, remove the seeds carefully.
Step 2
2. Spread the diced watermelon onto a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer and freeze for 3-4 hours or until completely solid.
Step 3
3. Once frozen, add the watermelon cubes to a high-powered blender or food processor.
Step 4
4. Pour in 1 cup of full-fat coconut milk, 3 tablespoons of maple syrup, 1 tablespoon of lime juice, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
Step 5
5. Blend the ingredients until smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed. This may take a few minutes as the frozen watermelon breaks down.
Step 6
6. Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness with an additional tablespoon of maple syrup if desired.
Step 7
7. Serve the ice cream immediately as a soft-serve consistency. If you prefer firmer ice cream, transfer the mixture to a loaf pan, smooth the top, and freeze for an additional 1-2 hours.
Step 8
8. Scoop and serve in bowls or cones. Enjoy your dairy-free watermelon ice cream!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (725.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 844.4 |
| Total Fat 57.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 50.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 186.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 86.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 73.9g | |
| Protein 8.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 69.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1129.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories