HI! Vibrant, velvety, and naturally sweet, this Mixed Berries Ice Cream is a refreshingly simple dessert you can whip up in minutes! Made without any flour or artificial additives, it combines frozen fruit with rich coconut milk for a thick, soft-serve scoop that completely satisfies sweet cravings.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
4 Simple Ingredients: Crafted entirely from real fruit, coconut milk, honey, and vanilla.
Quick Blender Prep: Ready in under 5 minutes using just a blender or food processor.
Dairy-Free & Grain-Free: Made without dairy or flour for a light, easily digestible treat.
Essential Kitchen Equipment
High-Speed Blender or Food Processor: Needed to break down the frozen berries into a thick, smooth ice cream texture.
Ice Cream Scoop: For plating perfect, restaurant-style scoops.
Ingredients
2 cups Frozen mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries)
1 cup Coconut milk (full-fat canned coconut milk yields the creamiest texture)
2 tbsp Honey (or maple syrup / zero-calorie liquid sweetener to taste)
1 tsp Pure vanilla extract
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Load the Blender: Add the frozen mixed berries, coconut milk, honey, and vanilla extract into the blender or food processor bowl.
2. Blend Until Creamy: Pulse and blend on high speed for 2 to 3 minutes. Stop occasionally to scrape down the sides with a spatula if needed, until the mixture is thick, smooth, and vibrant purple.
3. Serve or Chill:
For Soft-Serve: Scoop directly into bowls and enjoy immediately!
For Firm Scoops: Pour into a loaf pan or freezer-safe container and freeze for 1 to 2 hours before scooping.
Chef’s Tips
Extra Creamy Scoop: Ensure your berries are completely frozen before blending to get that instant soft-serve thickness without heating up the mixture.
Low-Carb Swap: Replace the honey with allulose or stevia drops to reduce the net carb count while keeping the sweet flavor.
Nutritional Breakdown (Per Serving / Yields 3 Servings)
Servings: 3 scoops
Calories: ~160 kcal
Protein: 1.5g
Net Carbs: 16g (or ~6g net carbs if using a zero-sugar sweetener)
Fat: 10g
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How long can I freeze leftovers?
You can store leftover ice cream in a sealed freezer-safe container for up to 1 month. If it freezes solid, simply let it thaw at room temperature for 10–15 minutes before scooping!