Vegan Fresh Mint Ice Cream
Indulge in the creamy, refreshing delight of Vegan Fresh Mint Ice Cream—an easy-to-make dairy-free dessert that’s both luscious and wholesome. This plant-based recipe combines rich full-fat coconut milk, soaked cashews for a velvety texture, and the vibrant flavor of fresh mint leaves, lightly sweetened with maple syrup. Perfectly churned to achieve a smooth, soft-serve consistency, this ice cream is finished with a brief freeze for scoopable perfection. Completely egg-free and naturally sweetened, it’s a crowd-pleasing treat for mint lovers and those seeking healthier dessert alternatives. Serve in bowls or cones and garnish with extra mint leaves for an elegant, summer-ready presentation.
Try SnapCalorie's FREE AI assisted nutrition tracking free in the App store or on Android.
Scan with your phone to download!
Ingredients
- 2 cups Full-fat coconut milk
- 1 cup Fresh mint leaves
- 1 cup Cashew nuts
- 0.5 cups Maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Directions
Step 1
Place the cashew nuts in a bowl and cover them with water. Let them soak for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Step 2
Drain and rinse the soaked cashew nuts under cold water.
Step 3
In a blender, combine the drained cashew nuts and coconut milk. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Step 4
Add the fresh mint leaves, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt to the blender. Blend again until the mint is thoroughly incorporated and the mixture is green and smooth.
Step 5
Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions until it reaches a soft serve consistency.
Step 6
Transfer the ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 3 hours, or until firm.
Step 7
Before serving, let the ice cream sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften slightly. Serve in bowls or cones, garnishing with additional mint leaves if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (992.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2452.2 |
| Total Fat 180.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 113.6g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1574.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 212.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 35.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 142.0g | |
| Protein 44.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 888.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 45.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3620.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories