Paleo Ice Cream Recipe - The Big Man's World ® (2024)

Learn how to make creamy and smooth paleo ice cream with just four ingredients and no special equipment.

You know we are good at making ice cream. Thesecoconut ice cream,brownie ice cream, andavocado ice creamrecipes are some of our favorites.

But we know not all ice cream recipes are paleo. The good news is, you CAN enjoy this creamy frozen dessert in the comfort of your home!

Can you eat ice cream on a paleo diet?

You can’t eat conventional ice cream on a paleo diet as it contains milk and sugar that are not permitted on this diet.

However, this doesn’t mean you can’t eat ice cream if you are on a paleo diet. Many brands now make paleo-friendly ice cream. But don’t worry if you can’t find them in your nearby stores. You can easily make paleo ice cream at home even if you don’t have an ice cream maker.

Why you’ll love this paleo ice cream recipe

• Only 4 ingredients.Even if you are not on a paleo diet, this ice cream recipe is too easy and too good to not give it a try.
• No churn recipe.You don’t need any special equipment to make this ice cream.
• Easy to customize.You can switch up the sweeteners, add mix-ins or change up the flavors.

Ingredients needed

As we’ve already told you, you only need four ingredients to make this creamy coconut milk-based ice cream.

• Coconut milk.Use canned coconut milk and make sure you chill it before you start making the ice cream. You can use coconut cream if you like.
• Chocolate protein powder.To give the ice cream chocolate flavor and enhance its protein content.
• Cocoa powder.To make the chocolate flavor of the ice cream more prominent.
• Coconut sugar.One of the more friendly paleo sweeteners available.

How to make paleo ice cream

Whether you are making this ice cream following the original recipe or the date-sweetened version, the process is fairly simple.

1. Blend all ingredients.Add the chilled coconut milk to a high-speed blender and blend it for 30 seconds. Add the remaining ingredients to the blender and blend until a thick and creamy mixture remains.
2. Freeze.Pour the mixture into an 8×8-inch pan that has been chilled in the freezer. Put the ice cream into the freezer for 1 to 2 hours, mixing it every 30 minutes.
3. Thaw and scoop. Thaw the ice cream for 15 minutes before serving it. Use a wet ice cream scoop to be able to easily scoop it into a bowl.

Flavor variations

You can add various ingredients to this ice cream to enhance its flavor and texture. Here are a few ideas.

• Cinnamon
• Chopped nuts
• Coconut flakes
• Dark chocolate chips
• Paleo-friendly crushed cereal
• Fruits chunks
• Paleo cookies

Tips to make the best recipe

• Chill ingredients. Chill your coconut milk before adding it to the blender. It will help achieve a smoother texture.
• Use full fat coconut milk. Avoid low fat or carton coconut milk as they do not have the texture to create a rich and creamy ice cream.
• Use a liquid sweetener. If you don’t want to use coconut sugar, try a paleo friendly sweetener like honey or maple syrup.
• Thaw before serving. Let your ice cream sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before scopping.

Storage instructions

Freeze this ice cream in an airtight container. Consume it within 2 to 3 days.

The ice cream may be too frozen when you first remove it from the freezer. Allow it to sit at room temperature for a few minutes until it softens.

More ice cream recipes to try

• Cottage cheese ice cream
• Protein ice cream
• Peanut butter ice cream
• Almond milk ice cream
• Oat milk ice cream
• Matcha ice cream

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