Vegan Golden Milk Ice Cream
Enjoy a creamy, dairy-free Vegan Golden Milk Ice Cream that blends traditional golden milk spices with a luscious coconut milk base. This vibrant, plant-based dessert is rich in anti-inflammatory benefits, naturally sweetened with maple syrup, and perfect as a refreshing, wholesome treat.
- Author: Mary
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-churn / Churning
- Cuisine: Vegan
- Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Dairy Free
Ice Cream Base
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Pinch of salt
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Prepare the Golden Milk Base: Combine the coconut milk, turmeric, cinnamon, ginger, black pepper, and salt in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir frequently to gently warm the mixture until aromatic and spices are fully incorporated. Avoid boiling.
- Sweeten and Flavor: Remove the saucepan from heat and whisk in the maple syrup and vanilla extract to infuse sweetness and balance the spices.
- Chill the Mixture: Pour the spiced coconut milk into a bowl, let it cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.
- Churn the Ice Cream: Pour the chilled golden milk mixture into an ice cream maker and churn following manufacturer’s instructions, usually 20-30 minutes, until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
- Freeze for Texture: Transfer the churned ice cream into a container and freeze for an additional 2-3 hours to firm up for perfect scoopability.
Notes
- Use full-fat coconut milk for optimal creaminess; light versions can yield icy texture.
- Freshly ground spices enhance flavor quality.
- Adjust maple syrup amount to achieve your preferred sweetness level.
- Chilling the base thoroughly before churning prevents grainy ice cream.
- Black pepper is essential to activate turmeric’s flavor and health benefits.
- While an ice cream maker is recommended for best texture, you can freeze and stir periodically if unavailable.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: vegan, golden milk, ice cream, dairy-free, turmeric, coconut milk, plant-based dessert