Coconut Milk Ice Cream: Simple Recipe with Coconut and Vanilla

Coconut milk ice cream is creamy, fragrant, and easy to prepare with only a few simple ingredients. It has a smooth texture and a naturally tropical flavor that works beautifully as a make-ahead dessert.

This version uses coconut milk, cream, sugar, vanilla, and grated coconut for extra texture.

Recipe Details

• Servings: 6
• Prep time: 10 minutes
• Chill time: 4 hours minimum
• Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

• 400 ml full-fat coconut milk
• 200 ml cold heavy cream
• 100 g granulated sugar
• 50 g grated coconut
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 pinch of fine salt

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, whisk the coconut milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until the sugar dissolves.
2. Stir in the grated coconut.
3. For an ice cream maker, chill the mixture for 1 hour, then churn according to the machine instructions.
4. Without an ice cream maker, pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container. Freeze for 1 hour, then stir well with a fork or whisk. Repeat this 3 times for a smoother texture.
5. Freeze until firm, usually 4 to 6 hours.
6. Let the ice cream sit at room temperature for 5 to 10 minutes before scooping.

Helpful Tips

Use full-fat coconut milk for the best creaminess. If the coconut milk has separated in the can, whisk it until smooth before adding the other ingredients.

For extra flavor, toast the grated coconut lightly before mixing it in, then let it cool completely.

Conclusion

This coconut milk ice cream is simple, creamy, and full of coconut flavor. It is an easy dessert to prepare ahead and serve plain or with fresh fruit.