Soy-Free Creamy Vegan Vanilla Ice Cream

Indulge in the luscious, dairy-free decadence of Soy-Free Creamy Vegan Vanilla Ice Cream! This rich and velvety frozen treat is crafted with a smooth blend of full-fat coconut milk and soaked cashews, delivering a creamy texture without traditional dairy or soy. Naturally sweetened with maple syrup and infused with fragrant pure vanilla extract—and the option to elevate the flavor with real vanilla bean—this recipe is the perfect balance of simplicity and indulgence. With just 20 minutes of prep time and an ice cream maker, you can churn up a scoopable dessert that's perfect for vegans, those with soy allergies, or anyone craving a clean, wholesome alternative to conventional ice cream. Serve it solo, in cones, or as a delicious base for sundaes—this homemade vegan vanilla ice cream is sure to become a freezer staple!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cans (13.5 oz each) Full-fat coconut milk
• 1 cup Cashews, soaked
• 0.75 cup Maple syrup
• 2 teaspoons Pure vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 bean Vanilla bean (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Soak the cashews in water for at least 4 hours or overnight to soften them. Drain and rinse before using.

Step 2

In a high-speed blender, combine the coconut milk, soaked cashews, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt.

Step 3

If using a vanilla bean, split it open and scrape out the seeds, adding them to the blender.

Step 4

Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, without any visible chunks of cashews.

Step 5

Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions, usually about 20-25 minutes, until it reaches the consistency of soft serve.

Step 6

Transfer the ice cream to a lidded container and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm enough to scoop.

Step 7

Before serving, let the ice cream sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes to soften slightly, making it easier to scoop.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1146.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3291.2

Total Fat 256.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 182.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 745.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 248.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.6g	0%
Total Sugars 195.0g
Protein 45.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 181.0mg	0%
Iron 34.9mg	0%
Potassium 3077.7mg	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: 66.2%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 28.6%