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    Vegan Vanilla Ice Cream

    Published: Jul 23, 2018 · Modified: Feb 2, 2023 by Iosune · This post may contain affiliate links · 14 Comments

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    6-ingredient vegan vanilla ice cream, naturally sweetened with dates. It's so creamy and a healthy alternative to store-bought ice cream.

    Vegan Vanilla Ice Cream. - 6-ingredient vegan vanilla ice cream, naturally sweetened with dates. It's so creamy and a healthy alternative to store-bought ice cream. #vegan #glutenfree #simpleveganblog

    Who doesn't love ice cream? It's so creamy, sweet and refreshing. Banana ice cream is the perfect choice on a daily basis, as it's so healthy and easy to make. Just requires one ingredient: bananas! Although you can add other fruits or ingredients to get different flavors.

    However, I miss classic ice cream sometimes, which is creamier, but also higher in fat. Finding a healthy ice cream can be challenging and most of them are pretty expensive, so I prefer to make it at home with unprocessed and easy to get ingredients.

    Vegan Vanilla Ice Cream. - 6-ingredient vegan vanilla ice cream, naturally sweetened with dates. It's so creamy and a healthy alternative to store-bought ice cream. #vegan #glutenfree #simpleveganblog

    I bought an ice cream maker last year and it was pretty cheap, but didn't work properly, so I returned it. Finally, I've invested in a high-quality ice cream maker, and it's totally worth it! It makes the creamiest ice cream ever and I'm sure it will last forever.

    Vanilla ice cream was my favorite one when I was a child and it's a classic. Feel free to use this recipe as a base and add any ingredients or toppings your heart desires. Besides, it's naturally sweetened with dates, instead of sugar or syrup, so it's even healthier.

    This vanilla ice cream is a high in fat food though, so you should eat it in moderation, but it's a great alternative to most store-bough ice creams. Hope you enjoy it!

    Vegan Vanilla Ice Cream. - 6-ingredient vegan vanilla ice cream, naturally sweetened with dates. It's so creamy and a healthy alternative to store-bought ice cream. #vegan #glutenfree #simpleveganblog Vegan Vanilla Ice Cream. - 6-ingredient vegan vanilla ice cream, naturally sweetened with dates. It's so creamy and a healthy alternative to store-bought ice cream. #vegan #glutenfree #simpleveganblog

    looking for more ice cream recipes?

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    • Piña colada ice cream

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    Vegan Vanilla Ice Cream. - 6-ingredient vegan vanilla ice cream, naturally sweetened with dates. It's so creamy and a healthy alternative to store-bought ice cream. #vegan #glutenfree #simpleveganblog

    Vegan Vanilla Ice Cream. - 6-ingredient vegan vanilla ice cream, naturally sweetened with dates. It's so creamy and a healthy alternative to store-bought ice cream. #vegan #glutenfree #simpleveganblog

    Vegan Vanilla Ice Cream

    6-ingredient vegan vanilla ice cream, naturally sweetened with dates. It's so creamy and a healthy alternative to store-bought ice cream.
    5 from 2 votes
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: Italian
    Diet: Vegan
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 45 minutes
    Total Time: 55 minutes
    Servings: 12
    Author: Iosune


    Ingredients 

    US Customary - Metric
    • 2 cups raw unsalted cashews
    • 1 cup water
    • 1 14-ounce can full-fat coconut milk
    • 8 Medjool dates, pitted
    • 1 vanilla bean, scraped
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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    Instructions

    • Soak the cashews for at least 4 hours. I prefer to soak them longer, maybe 6 or 8 hours, or even overnight.
    • Drain and rinse the cashews.
    • Blend all the ingredients in a powerful blender until smooth and chill this mixture in a sealed container in the fridge for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
    • You need an ice cream maker to make this recipe (see notes if you don't have one). Place the ice cream churning bowl in the freezer the night before. The next day just add the mixture to the ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer’s instructions (my ice cream was ready in 45 minutes). Once the ice cream is ready, feel free to enjoy it immediately (I served it with some coconut chips on top) or freeze for about 2 hours or until firm for a better texture.
    • Keep leftovers in a sealed container in the fridge for 1 to 2 weeks. Set out for 5-10 minutes before serving to soften.

    Notes

    • I haven't made this recipe using other nuts, but I think it won't be the same.
    • I haven't tried it using other plant milks either, but I think it should work. It won't be as creamy though.
    • If you’re not using an ice cream maker, place the container with the chilled mixture in the freezer until firm. Check the mixture every 30 minutes. When it starts to freeze near the edges, remove it from the freezer and stir it vigorously with a spatula or a whisk. Return to freezer. Repeat this step for at least 2 or 3 hours.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving with no toppings | Calories: 260kcal | Carbohydrates: 20.2g | Protein: 5.3g | Fat: 17.8g | Saturated Fat: 7.3g | Sodium: 8mg | Fiber: 3.7g | Sugar: 12.9g

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    Comments

    1. DeAnne says

      June 22, 2020 at 1:45 am

      Medjool dates are super expensive where I live. Would chopped dates from a bag work? I use them in granola and have lots. If so, any idea how much?

      Reply
      • Iosune Robles says

        June 23, 2020 at 10:54 am

        Hi! Yes, feel free to use that dates 🙂 Hope you enjoy the recipe!

        Reply
    2. Codi says

      October 29, 2018 at 4:59 pm

      5 stars
      This recipe was a real hit.🍨 I may try to add it to our offerings at the next catering job we do. Where do you get the inspiration for your recipes? I struggle with coming up with unique recipes.🌟

      Reply
      • Iosune says

        October 29, 2018 at 7:27 pm

        Hi Codi! Thanks a lot 🙂 From my family, restaurants, other blogs, Pinterest, etc.

        Reply
    3. Maria says

      October 24, 2018 at 12:24 pm

      This ice-cream looks soooo yummy!and delicious! Great post 🙂 x
      It’s never too late for ice cream. 😉 One of my favorite flavors!! 🍨

      Reply
      • Iosune says

        October 24, 2018 at 6:47 pm

        Hi Maria! Thanks a lot 🙂 I love vanilla ice cream too!

        Reply
    4. Lily says

      September 26, 2018 at 4:10 pm

      These all looks so good!! I actually got an ice cream maker for my birthday few years ago, and I ain’t gonna use it until I move out, and this really inspired me! 🙂 can’t wait til I can start making my own ice creams, because I also love it all year around 😀

      Reply
      • Iosune says

        September 27, 2018 at 8:15 am

        Hi Lily! Thanks a lot 🙂 Hope you enjoy it!

        Reply
    5. Channah Rachel Herrmann says

      July 27, 2018 at 12:56 pm

      Hola I just discovered you and I am very happy about it I love simple and easy recipes thank you muchas gracias ! I love your accent I would like to hear you speak in Spanish

      Reply
      • Iosune says

        July 30, 2018 at 9:07 am

        Hola Channah! Welcome to our blog 😀 Thanks a lot for your kind words. We also have the same videos on our Spanish blog: https://danzadefogones.com/ 😉

        Reply
    6. Sandi Lee says

      July 24, 2018 at 12:32 am

      I would LIKE to make this recipe, but once again (as with all other attempts) I have failed to find an option to actually SEE/PRINT the recipe. This is getting frustrating, and while it is most likely my fault, I am fairly experienced on the computer and have been unsuccessful on this and all previous attempts. Lots of fluff and ads for other services, but no recipe can I find. Any hints

      Reply
      • Alberto says

        July 24, 2018 at 9:42 am

        Hi Sandi Lee, I'm sorry to read that. I'll do my best to help you.

        You can print the recipe by clicking in the grey "print recipe" button right below the recipe photo inside the recipe card.
        Then, a new page with the print-friendly version of the recipe will open and you just need to click on the same button on the new page.

        If you have any more problems, please let me know and I can send you some screenshots
        (it's easier to explain it with images than it's with words).

        Have a nice day,
        Alberto

        Reply
    7. Janice Bush says

      July 23, 2018 at 6:08 pm

      Hi Iosune!

      Can you email me your recipe for sweet potato, white bean hummus? I appreciate your recipes!

      Reply
      • Iosune says

        July 24, 2018 at 9:33 am

        Hi Janice! I'm so sorry, but I can't. Have a nice day!

        Reply

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