Heart-Healthy Watermelon Ice Cream
Cool down on a hot day with this refreshing and guilt-free Heart-Healthy Watermelon Ice Cream—a delightful homemade treat packed with fruity goodness and simple, wholesome ingredients. Featuring naturally hydrating frozen watermelon cubes blended with creamy light coconut milk, a touch of honey or maple syrup for natural sweetness, and a zesty splash of fresh lime juice, this recipe is as vibrant as it is nutritious. It’s dairy-free, refined sugar-free, and loaded with antioxidants, making it the perfect dessert for those who want to indulge while staying mindful of their heart health. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, this silky-smooth ice cream is perfect as soft-serve or after a quick freeze for those who prefer a firmer texture. Garnish with fresh mint leaves or watermelon slices for a beautiful, summery presentation that’s sure to impress!
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Ingredients
- 4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed and frozen
- 1 cup light coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch pinch of salt
Directions
Step 1
1. Prepare the watermelon by cutting it into small cubes, removing any seeds, and freezing the cubes for at least 4-6 hours or overnight.
Step 2
2. In a high-powered blender or food processor, add the frozen watermelon cubes, light coconut milk, honey or maple syrup, lime juice, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
Step 3
3. Blend on high speed until the mixture becomes creamy and smooth. You may need to stop and scrape down the sides or add a tablespoon of coconut milk at a time if the mixture is too thick to blend.
Step 4
4. Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness if needed by adding more honey or maple syrup, blending again after adding.
Step 5
5. Once smooth, transfer the mixture into a freezer-safe container and spread it evenly.
Step 6
6. Place the container in the freezer for 1-2 hours to firm up slightly, or enjoy it immediately as soft-serve ice cream.
Step 7
7. Scoop into bowls, garnish with small watermelon wedges or fresh mint leaves if desired, and serve cold.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1251.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 539.4 |
| Total Fat 12.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 9.6g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 191.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 113.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 96.3g | |
| Protein 7.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 92.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1229.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories