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Coconut ice cream scoops in a glass bowl, with shredded coconut and waffle cones.

Coconut Ice Cream Recipe

Avatar photoRhonda Cawthorn
Treat yourself to this luscious Coconut Ice Cream recipe! Rich, creamy, and bursting with tropical flavor, it's a delightful homemade frozen dessert.
5 from 3 votes
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Prep Time 35 minutes
Chilling Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 35 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 355 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can (14 ounces) unsweetened coconut milk full-fat
  • 2 1/4 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut toasted and cooled

Instructions
 

  • Freeze the ice cream maker bowl overnight or according to the manufacturer's instructions.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together coconut milk, heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla extract until the sugar is completely dissolved.
    Whisking coconut milk, heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla for coconut ice cream.
  • Pour the mixture into the prepared ice cream maker.
  • Churn according to the manufacturer's instructions, usually about 25-35 minutes, until it reaches a creamy consistency. Add the toasted coconut during the last 5 minutes of churning.
    Coconut ice cream with toasted shredded coconut.
  • For soft serve, enjoy immediately. For scoopable ice cream, transfer to a container, cover with plastic wrap, and freeze for at least 6 hours or overnight.
    Scoops of coconut ice cream in a bowl with shredded coconut and cones.

Nutrition

Calories: 355kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 17gSodium: 33mgFiber: 0.3g
Keyword Coconut Ice Cream
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