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Pineapple Coconut Ice Cream

Creamy Pineapple Coconut Ice Cream: A Tropical Delight at Home

This Pineapple Coconut Ice Cream marries the vibrant sweetness of fresh pineapple with creamy coconut milk for a refreshing, gluten-free dessert.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Ice Cream Base
  • 2 cups Fresh Pineapple Chunks Provides natural sweetness
  • 1 cup Coconut Milk Adds creaminess
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Delivers rich texture
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetness enhancer
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Elevates flavor
  • 1 pinch Salt Balances sweetness
Optional Texture Enhancement
  • 1/2 cup Shredded Coconut Adds texture

Equipment

  • blender
  • Medium Saucepan
  • Ice cream maker
  • Airtight container

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Peel and chop 2 cups of ripe fresh pineapple into chunks, blend until smooth and set aside.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine coconut milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt; heat until sugar dissolves.
  3. Fold in the pineapple puree into the mixture until combined.
  4. Return to low heat and gently heat until it begins to simmer, stirring for 2 to 3 minutes, then cool.
  5. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
  6. Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn for 20 to 25 minutes.
  7. If using, add shredded coconut during the last 5 minutes of churning.
  8. Transfer to an airtight container, freeze for at least 4 hours.
  9. Serve in bowls or cones, with toppings if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 40mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, use ripe fresh pineapple and thoroughly chill the mixture before churning to achieve a creamy texture.

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