Dreamy Vanilla Coconut Ice Cream

Directions

1. 1Whisk the coconut milk, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
2. 2Pour into a Creami pint, keeping it under the fill line.
3. 3Freeze the pint flat for a full 24 hours.
4. 4Run the ICE CREAM preset.
5. 5Non-dairy bases tend to crumble first, so add 1 to 2 tablespoons of coconut milk and Re-spin.
6. 6Serve once creamy.

Tips

• Freeze your pint completely flat and level for 16-24 hours so the Creami can spin it evenly into creamy texture rather than crumbly shards.
• If your result comes out powdery or icy after spinning, add a splash of milk or cream, pop it back in the Creami, and re-spin for a smoother scoop.
• Maple syrup adds body and prevents the coconut milk from freezing rock-solid, so don't skip it or your pint will be too hard to process.

Variations

• Swap the maple syrup for honey (use the same amount) for a lighter floral sweetness that lets the coconut shine through.
• Add 2 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder to the liquid base before freezing for a coconut-chocolate twist that tastes like a tropical dream bar.
• Use light coconut milk instead of full-fat for a less rich version, but add an extra tablespoon of maple syrup to compensate for the lost body.

FAQ

Can I use coconut cream instead of canned coconut milk?

Yes, but thin it with about 1/4 cup of milk or water since coconut cream is thicker and won't spin smoothly into ice cream texture. You want a pourable liquid that freezes properly in the pint.

Why is my pint not freezing solid after 24 hours?

The maple syrup and fat in coconut milk lower the freezing point, so your freezer may not be cold enough. Make sure it's set to 0 degrees F or colder, and give it a full 24-28 hours.

My ice cream came out grainy and icy. What went wrong?

The pint likely wasn't frozen solid enough before spinning, or it thawed slightly during the process. Ensure a hard freeze of at least 24 hours, and if it comes out grainy, add a splash of milk and re-spin it.

Can I make this without maple syrup to cut calories?

Not recommended, as the syrup prevents the mixture from freezing too hard and gives the spinning process something to work with. Without it, your pint freezes dense and the Creami can't shave it into creamy texture.

Nutrition

Per serving · makes about 2 servings · estimated