Paleo Homemade Cherry Ice Cream
Indulge in the creamy, naturally sweet goodness of Paleo Homemade Cherry Ice Cream, the perfect guilt-free frozen treat for health-conscious dessert lovers! This dairy-free recipe combines the luscious flavor of fresh, ripe cherries with the velvety richness of full-fat coconut milk, lightly sweetened with raw honey for a paleo-friendly twist. Enhanced with hints of vanilla, a splash of zesty lemon juice, and a pinch of sea salt, every bite strikes the perfect balance between sweet and tangy. Quick and easy to prepare in just 20 minutes (plus chilling time), this no-cook recipe is churned to soft-serve perfection before being frozen to a scoopable consistency. Whether served in bowls or cones, this homemade cherry ice cream is an irresistible summer dessert that’s as wholesome as it is delicious.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted
- 1 can full-fat coconut milk
- 1/3 cup raw honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/8 teaspoon sea salt
Directions
Step 1
Place the pitted cherries in a blender and blend until smooth. You may leave a few cherry chunks for texture if desired.
Step 2
In a mixing bowl, combine the blended cherries, coconut milk, raw honey, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and sea salt. Stir well to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
Step 3
Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness or tartness by adding more honey or lemon juice if needed.
Step 4
Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions, usually about 20-30 minutes, until the mixture reaches a soft-serve consistency.
Step 5
Transfer the ice cream into a freezer-safe container and smooth the top with a spatula. Cover with a lid or plastic wrap.
Step 6
Freeze for at least 2-4 hours or until firm.
Step 7
Before serving, let the ice cream sit at room temperature for about 5 minutes to soften.
Step 8
Scoop and serve in bowls or cones for a delicious paleo dessert.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (842.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1546.6 |
| Total Fat 97.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 85.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 351.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 165.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 135.0g | |
| Protein 12.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 106.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1787.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories