3 Ingredient Cashew Ice Cream Recipe (2024)

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Just 3 ingredients for deliciously creamy cashew ice cream. The best cashew ice cream recipe—no churn, super easy and satisfying! Vegan, Paleo.

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Allow me to welcome you to the best Cashew Ice Cream Recipe. Like, ever. No, you don’t have to soak cashews. No, you don’t have to bust out the ice cream maker (unless you really want to). No, you don’t have to sacrifice taste for ease.

Now, for the YES’s! (Oh, yes the YES’s!!).

Yes, you should grab all of your ice cream appetites. (Okay, I admit that sounded weird.) Yes, you should grab your favorite cashew butter, and yes you should absolutely get excited!!

Today’s 3 ingredient cashew ice cream recipe is the creamiest homemade cashew ice cream, made with luscious coconut milk and the simplest whole ingredients.

You ready? Let’s make this!

How to Make Cashew Ice Cream

This paleo cashew ice cream recipe is so easy to make! See for yourself:

Add & Blend

Just add all cashew ice cream ingredients except optional add-ins to a food processor and blend until smooth.

Pour

Pour the liquidy ice cream mixture into a freezer-friendly ice cream container.

Chill

Chill until firm enough to fold in cashews, then chill some more until frozen.

Scoop

Thaw until scoopable, then scoop up & enjoy the best cashew ice cream ever! That’s really, truly it.

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An Easy 3 Ingredient Cashew Ice Cream Recipe

All you need are 3 simple ingredients to make this cashew ice cream recipe:

#1: Full-fat Coconut Milk

#2: Cashew Butter (try Homemade)

#3: Pure Maple Syrup

q&a for cashew ice cream

Can I use homemade cashew butter in this recipe? Yes! Learn here:How to Make Homemade Cashew Butter.

Can I pour this cashew ice cream mixture into an ice cream maker? Yes! You can churn this vegan ice cream in anice cream maker to make it extra creamy and light. Just make sure to churn it before freezing.

Can I use a different seed or nut butter? Yes! Try peanut butter, sunflower seed butter or almond butter! If you prefer almond butter , try my almond butter ice cream.

Where do I find full-fat coconut milk? Click here to findfull-fat coconut milk.

How much sweetener should I use? Use the amount listed on the recipe, or add to taste. Simply take a taste of the cashew ice cream mixture before freezing—while it’s still in the food processor. Then, add more sweetener as needed.

Rich ‘n creamy cashew ice cream made with just 3 ingredients and a few minutes of prep—the best cashew ice cream recipe!

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So how’d you like making your very first homemade cashew ice cream recipe? Not your first? How presumptuous of me!😉I mean, how’d you like making thebesthomemade cashew ice cream, ever?Hehe! Thank you so much for sharing in these kitchen adventures with me! ‘Til the next one…

Sending you all my love and maybe even a dove, xo Demeter ❤️

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3 Ingredient Cashew Ice Cream Recipe

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  • Author: Demeter | Beaming Baker
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 10-12 servings 1x
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Description

Cashew Ice Cream Recipe: just 3 ingredients for deliciously creamy cashew ice cream. The best cashew ice cream recipe—no churn, super easy and satisfying! Vegan, Paleo.

Ingredients

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Cashew Ice Cream

  • 1 (13.66 oz) can full-fat coconut milk
  • ½ cup unsalted, natural creamy cashew butter (try homemade)
  • 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup*
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (optional)

Optional Add-ins

  • 2 tablespoons roasted cashews, chopped

Instructions

  1. Add all ingredients except the Optional Add-into a food processor or blender: coconut milk, cashew butter, maple syrup and vanilla (if using).
  2. Blend until smooth. Periodically scrape down the sides of the blender/processor.
  3. Pour into a freezer-friendly container with a lid, such as this insulated ice cream tub or these super cute mini ice cream containers.
  4. Cover and place into the freezer. Freeze for 1 hour. Then, if using, fold in chopped cashews—the ice cream mixture will be thickened & creamy—this will prevent the cashews from sinking to the bottom.
  5. Freeze for an additional 2-5 hours, until firm. Enjoy! If enjoying the next day or later, allow to thaw for about 30-60 minutes at room temperature, or until soft enough to scoop.

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Notes

*This recipe is lightly sweet. If you like sweeter ice cream, add 1-2 more tablespoons maple syrup. Taste the ice cream mixture before freezing to adjust to taste.

Storing Instructions: Store for 1-2 weeks in the freezer. Before enjoying: allow to thaw for 30-60 minutes at room temperature, or until soft enough to scoop.

ToQuick Thaw: Making sure your ice cream is in a microwave-safe container, heat in 15-second increments until softened & scoopable.

Recommended Tools

  • Food Processor: Nothing beats this food processor. It’s probably my most-used kitchen appliance.
  • Reusable Ice Cream Containers: This tall, rectangular Insulated Ice Cream Tub fits perfectly in your freezer door. For pint-style containers: Reusable Ice Cream Tub or Mini Ice Cream Containers– perfect for homemade ice cream & love that they’re reusable!
  • Trigger Ice Cream Scoop: The trigger makes it super easy to create beautiful scoops of ice cream without it getting stuck. Best Ice Cream Scoop: I seriously love this scoop! It looks amazing, and scoops like a champ.
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Freeze
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: cashew ice cream, cashew milk ice cream

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3 Ingredient Cashew Ice Cream Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What are the ingredients in so delicious cashew milk ice cream? ›

Cashewmilk (Filtered Water, Cashews), Cane Sugar, Organic Coconut Oil, Organic Tapioca Syrup, Pea Protein, Sea Salt, Guar Gum, Vanilla Extract, Natural Flavors, Locust Bean Gum.

Is cashew ice cream healthy? ›

Health will vary from person to person, but if you're looking for a dairy-free, vegan, and refined-sugar-free recipe, this cashew ice cream recipe ticks off all those boxes! Ice cream made with cashews tends to be lower in saturated fat and calories than dairy-based ice cream.

Does cashew cream freeze well? ›

Yes, you can freeze cashew cream! Pour it into a freezer-safe container and store for 4 to 6 months. Defrost in the fridge until thawed (smaller containers defrost quicker). The texture gets a little chunky but the taste is still great.

Is cashew cream healthier than cream? ›

Compare this to the nutrition information for our Cashew Cream recipe, and you'll see that cashew cream has fewer calories, total fat, saturated fat and sodium. Going by these numbers, cashew cream is healthier than heavy cream.

What nasty ingredients are in ice cream? ›

Here's a small list of just a few to be cautious of.
  • Calcium sulfate. Calcium sulfate is commonly used as a desiccant, which basically means that it encourages dryness; it absorbs water. ...
  • Polysorbate 80. ...
  • Magnesium Hydroxide. ...
  • Potassium Sorbate. ...
  • Mono-and Diglycerides.
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What is the best dairy to make ice cream? ›

This is usually due to either not freezing fast enough, or too much water forming large ice crystals. When making ice cream, you want to use whole milk and cream, rather than 2% or skim milk, because it has more fat contributing to smaller ice crystals and a better/creamier texture.

What are the cons of cashew milk? ›

Pros: Low in fat, cabs and calories. Cons: Lacks protein. On its own, cashew milk doesn't have the density of vitamins, minerals and fatty acids as cow's milk, so it's important to look for fortified milk.

Why isn t my cashew cream smooth? ›

Either soak your cashews overnight to soften them or boil them for 10 minutes to soften. Softened cashews blend easily and make a smooth cream.

Does cashew cream expire? ›

Your cream will last at least four days in the fridge, and can be frozen as well. Curious about what to do with cashew cream, other than simply eating it with a spoon? Here are a few of my favorite applications: 1.

Are cashew cream and cashew butter the same thing? ›

Answer: The difference between the cream and the butter is basically texture and how long or how much moisture's in it, right? So the cream is just, it's really just like a cream.

What is a substitute for cashews in cashew cream? ›

A can of full-fat coconut milk or coconut cream is a great option. Sunflower seeds are a good option if you don't have cashews or are allergic. Soak the same as cashews.

Is cashew butter more fattening than peanut butter? ›

And while cashew butter has less protein than peanut butter, it contains more carbohydrates, magnesium, iron, vitamin B6, and calcium. The two are similar in caloric content.

Why are my cashews purple after soaking? ›

The fruit of the cashew plant is purple. So, when the nuts rehydrate, they soak up what's left of the color and turn a fun shade! This doesn't mean that they've gone bad. They're still fine to use.

What are the ingredients in so good cashew milk? ›

Ingredients. Filtered water, ground cashew nuts (3%), cane sugar, mineral (calcium) , emulsifier (sunflower lecithin), salt, natural flavour, mineral salt (sodium bicarbonate), vegetable gum (gellan), antioxidant (ascorbic acid), vitamins (B12, B2, B1), traces of almonds. All ingredients are of non-animal origin.

What is So Delicious ice cream made of? ›

Filtered Water, Organic Cane Sugar, Organic Coconut Oil, Organic Tapioca Syrup, Organic Sunflower Oil, Rice Starch, Pea Protein, Sea Salt, Guar Gum, Natural Flavor, Vanilla Bean Specks, Locust Bean Gum, Vanilla Extract, Annatto Extract (For Color).

What are the ingredients in Wondermilk So Delicious? ›

Filtered Water, Cane Sugar, Coconut Oil, Wheat Flour, Peanuts, Organic Sunflower Oil, Chocolate Liquor, Organic Tapioca Syrup, Rice Starch, Soy Lecithin (Emulsifier), Pea Protein, Potato Starch, Organic Cocoa, Cocoa (Processed With Alkali), Tapioca Starch, Cocoa Butter, Salt, Guar Gum, Natural Flavor, Locust Bean Gum, ...

Is Cashewmilk good? ›

It has a creamy, rich consistency and is loaded with vitamins, minerals, healthy fats, and other beneficial plant compounds. Available in unsweetened and sweetened varieties, cashew milk can replace cow's milk in most recipes. It may boost immunity and improve heart, eye, and skin health.

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