Creamy Pina Colada Ice Cream
A delightful creamy treat combining coconut milk, pineapple, and lime for a tropical experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 240 minutes
- Yield: 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: Tropical
- Diet: Dairy Free, Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can coconut milk
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1/2 cup sweetener (maple syrup, agave, or sugar)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Blend the coconut milk, pineapple chunks, lime juice, sweetener, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness or tanginess as needed.
- Fold in the shredded coconut gently if you’re using it.
- Freeze the mixture in a shallow, freezer-safe container for about 3-4 hours.
- Scoop the ice cream into bowls or cones and enjoy!
Notes
Stir the mixture every hour if possible to prevent ice crystals. Garnish with fresh pineapple or toasted coconut for presentation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: pina colada, ice cream, tropical dessert, dairy-free, summer treat, coconut