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Three scoops of coconut ice cream served in a coconut shell bowl on a wooden table.

Coconut Ice Cream Recipe

Rich and creamy Coconut Ice Cream uses only 3 ingredients to create a smooth frozen dessert, making it a refreshing treat for any occasion.

Course: Ice Cream
Cuisine: International
Prep Time: 1 hour
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 750 ml – 1 ½ pint
Author: Manuela Zangara

Ingredients

  • 250 ml – 1 cup heavy cream
  • 400 ml – 1 ⅔ cups coconut milk
  • 80 g – 6 ½ tbsp granulated sugar

Optional

  • 2 tsp coconut essence or to taste

Instructions

  1. In a pot, bring all the ingredients, except the coconut essence, to a boil.

  2. Reduce the heat and let the mixture simmer gently for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat and chill the mixture thoroughly.
  3. Once the mixture is thoroughly chilled, add the coconut essence and stir until well combined.
  4. Churn the mixture in your ice cream maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
  5. Transfer the ice cream to a container, cover it, and freeze until ready to serve.