Dreamy Avocado Ice Cream
Indulge in the creamy, dreamy delight of homemade Avocado Ice Cream. This luscious, silky treat combines the health benefits of avocados with the sweet, indulgent flavors we all crave during the summer. Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned kitchen enthusiast, this recipe is straightforward and sure to impress.
Ingredients
- Avocados: 3 ripe, peeled and pitted
- Sweet Condensed Milk: 1 (14 oz) can
- Lime: Juice of one
- Heavy Cream: 1 cup (plus 1/2 cup more if needed)
- Milk: 1/2 cup
Instructions
- Blend Ingredients: In a blender, combine the avocados, sweet condensed milk, lime juice, heavy cream, and milk. Puree the mixture until smooth. If it’s too thick, add the additional 1/2 cup of heavy cream and stir by hand to achieve the right consistency.
- Chill: Transfer the blended mixture to a freezer-safe container. Let it chill in the freezer for about 4 hours, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Ice Cream Maker: After chilling, pour the mixture into your ice cream machine. Process for about 20 minutes or until the ice cream sets to your desired texture.
- Serve or Store: Enjoy the ice cream immediately if you prefer a soft serve texture. For a firmer texture, return the ice cream to the freezer for a few more hours.
Notes
- No Ice Cream Machine?: No worries! Simply freeze the mixture for 6 hours, stirring occasionally, to enjoy your homemade ice cream without any special equipment.
Nutritional Information
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes + chilling time
- Calories: 340 per serving
- Servings: 6
Avocado Ice Cream is not only a treat that’s easy to make but also a wonderful way to use ripe avocados in a uniquely sweet application. Serve this at your next gathering or as a delightful end to a family dinner. Enjoy the creamy texture and refreshing taste with every spoonful!
Avocado Ice Cream
- Total Time: 30 minutes + chilling time
- Yield: 6 1x
Description
Avocado Ice Cream combines the creamy, buttery texture of ripe avocados with the tangy zest of lime, creating a refreshing and indulgent dessert. This unique ice cream is not only a treat to the taste buds but also offers a healthier alternative to traditional ice cream, boasting the natural fats and nutrients of avocados.
Perfect for those warm summer days or as a delightful finish to any meal, this Avocado Ice Cream recipe is both simple and quick to prepare. It’s a wonderful way to introduce avocados in a sweet form, ensuring a smooth, creamy texture that makes it a favorite among both adults and children. Enjoy it as a soft serve right out of the ice cream maker or freeze it a bit longer for a more traditional scoopable delight.
Ingredients
3 ripe avocados, peeled and pitted
1 (14oz) can sweet condensed milk
Juice of one lime
1 cup heavy cream (plus 1/2 cup more if needed)
1/2 cup milk
Instructions
Add all ingredients to a blender and puree until smooth. If the mixture is too thick, add the extra 1/2 cup heavy cream and stir in by hand.
Transfer the mixture to a freezer-safe container and chill for 4 hours.
After 4 hours, process the mixture in an ice cream machine for about 20 minutes or until it sets.
Serve immediately for soft serve or return it to the freezer for a few more hours for a firmer texture.
Notes:
If you don’t have an ice cream machine, just freeze the ice cream for 6 hours and serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 340 kcal