I just got a simple ice cream churner and let me tell you it’s life. changing. I’m seriously obsessed. No more sugar and additive laden ice cream. It’s so easy to make it yourself! This version has a coconut milk base. Plant based ice cream is where it’s at! If you want to check out my other delicious vegan ice cream recipe using a cashew milk base click here. It’s a favorite, but this recipe was my kid’s first choice as it has a creamy tropical feel.

Ingredients

Here’s what you’ll need (only 6 ingredients!):

Wild frozen blueberries
Honey, agave or maple syrup
1 can full fat coconut milk
1 can coconut cream
Acai powder
Vanilla powder or vanilla bean paste

The Health Benefits of Blueberries

We all know blueberries are healthy, but here’s why:

Blueberries have one of the highest antioxidant values of all common fruits and vegetables.
Ingesting blueberries has been found to directly increase the antioxidants in your blood.
Blueberries reduce DNA damage, protecting you against aging and cancer.
They help prevent oxidation of “bad” LDL cholesterol.
Eating blueberries regularly may help lower your blood pressure, a major cardiovascular disease risk marker.
Regular blueberry consumption has been shown to benefit aging neurons which leads to improved cell signaling. In fact, studies have shown blueberry consumption to delay mental aging by 2.5 years!
They improve insulin sensitivity and reduce the risk of Type 2 Diabetes.
May help prevent urinary tract infections.
May help muscle recovery after exercise.

So eat up! Blueberries are delicious and healthy! And did you know that wild blueberries have even more antioxidants than regular blueberries? That’s why my ice cream is loaded in frozen wild blueberries, fairy easy to find and extra nutritious.

Simple Homemade Vegan Wild Blueberry and Acai Ice Cream

This delicious ice cream only has 6 ingredients, is incredibly nutrient dense, and tastes like a tropical treat!

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Course Dessert

Servings 8 people

Equipment

Ice Cream Maker / Churner

Ingredients

2 cups frozen wild blueberries
1 can full fat coconut milk
1 can coconut cream
1/3 cup honey, agave, or maple syrup I used honey
2 tbs acai powder
1 tbs vanilla powder or vanilla bean paste

Instructions

Place all ingredients in a high speed blender like a Vitamix. Blend until completely smooth.
Pour into a glass container to chill (I used a few mason jars.) Put in the refrigerator overnight. You want your mix to be ice cold. Alternatively, you can throw it in the freezer but pull it out once it's cold but not yet frozen.
Place cold mix into your ice cream maker (ensure the bucket is frozen solid. I just store mine in the freezer and pull it out when I need it.) Churn for 10-15 minutes or until soft serve consistency. Serve immediately or freeze again for a few hours to reach ice cream consistency.