Description
A creamy, no-churn dragon fruit ice cream that brightens even the quietest days with its floral sweetness and vibrant color.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 dragon fruits, halved and flesh scooped out
- 3/4 cup almond milk
- 13.5 oz can unsweetened coconut milk
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A little extra vanilla, if desired
- A splash more almond milk for a softer base
- Fresh, cold bowls for serving
Instructions
- Set up your ice cream maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions and ensure it has been chilled long enough.
- Place dragon fruit flesh, almond milk, coconut milk, sugar, and vanilla extract in a blender. Blend until smooth and sugar is dissolved.
- Pour the mixture into the ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
- Transfer the churned ice cream into a freezer-safe container. Freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.
- Before serving, let the ice cream sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes to soften slightly.
- Scoop with a warm spoon, and garnish with toppings if desired.
Notes
For a twist, add textures like toasted coconut or chopped pistachios. Adjust the sugar for less sweetness if preferred.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: dragon fruit, ice cream, vegan dessert, no-churn, summer treat