Six Whole30 Ice Cream Recipes – all Dairy Free, Vegan, Paleo friendly and I dare say – healthy. Craving for an ice cream or some frozen dairy free sugar free whole30 dessert? Here is a collection of 6 paleo whole30 ice cream recipes which are flavorful, gluten free, delicious and made with wholesome ingredients.
Whole30 Ice Cream Recipes As Dessert
If you’re craving for a creamy non-dairy ice cream that is whole30 and paleo friendly or you’re just looking for some whole30 approved desserts, these 6 whole30 ice cream recipes are perfect for that. They don’t have added sugar, artificial sweeteners, soy ingredients, gums and thickeners that are usually present in store-bought non dairy ice creams. And I think this is the closest thing you can get if you’re are really craving for a dessert.
Can You Have Ice Cream on Whole30?
The regular ice cream has dairy and sugar which both should be eliminated on a whole30 diet. Is there a dairy-free sugar free ice cream? Unfortunately no, as sugar replacement – dextrose, erythritol, stevia or xylitol is used, which are also not allowed on whole30 diet.
What Ice Cream Is Whole30 Approved?
There isn’t any whole30 ice cream for sale, most of non-dairy ice creams on the market are filled with cheap sugar substitutes and other additives and fillers. If you’re really craving for some ice cream and you don’t want to fall off your whole30 diet, then the next best thing to do, is make it yourself with whole30 approved ingredients. Also don’t make it a habit, this is just for emergency situations!
And for the record Halo Top ice cream is not whole30 either.
Why Make These Paleo Whole30 Ice Cream Desserts
- All made without dairy, gluten, soy, sweeteners, thickeners, preservatives or vegetable oils.
- There is no added sugar (no maple syrup, honey or stevia) – it’s all coming from fruits.
- No bananas needed.
- Can easily be adapted into popsicles, like I did my dairy free whole30 tropical ice cream recipe.
Whole30 Ice Cream Recipes – 6 Flavors!
All these whole30 ice cream desserts start with a base of coconut cream, a creamer (or milk) and dates.
Some recipes have cashews added, especially if they don’t have any frozen fruits. For flavoring I either added freeze dried fruits, frozen, fresh or dried fruits. And of course I didn’t forget the famous coffee flavor that we all love!
I’ve been wanting to make sugar free dairy free whole30 ice cream for a long time now. I tried many different flavors, and these are my favorite:
Strawberry Peach Ice Cream (Paleo Whole30)
A blend of fresh ripe peaches mixed in a creamy base of coconut, swirled and studded with strawberry goodness. This dairy free strawberry peach ice cream is refreshing and a perfect whole30 dessert for summer.
Read on: Strawberry Banana Milkshake (Dairy Free, Vegan)
Coffee Carob Ice Cream (Whole30 Paleo)
A rich coffee flavor combined with the unique flavor of carob + the sweet dates + the base of coconut cream and cashews – all making a creamy, non dairy whole30 ice cream dessert.
The recipe was inspired by this Carob Frosting which I used in making this Paleo Gluten Free Swiss Roll Cake.
Tip: to avoid caffeine, use decaf espresso powder.
Mixed Berry Ice Cream (Whole30 Paleo)
A bright flavorful and summery whole30 ice cream made with fresh tart berries mixed with a sweet and creamy coconut base. A very easy no fuss whole30 approved dessert!
Mango And Pineapple Whole30 Ice Cream
The rich flavor of mangoes pairs well with tropical flavor of pineapples which adds to the body of the dessert. They balance out really well, you can actually taste both flavors – not to mention a very pretty color.
Read On: Pineapple Milkshake (Vegan Dairy Free)
Salted Caramel Ice Cream (Paleo Whole30)
This whole30 ice cream has a rich / creamy coconut and cashew base that’s swirled with salty date caramel – together bring a smoothly textured creamy mouthfeel.
Cherry Plum Paleo Whole30 Ice Cream
A fun twist on a classic cherry ice cream – it has a good dose of cherries combined with black plums, which make a delicious sweet and tart dairy free whole30 ice cream.
Whole30 Ice Cream Recipe Tips
- All whole30 ice cream recipes can be made with different types of non-dairy milk such as: coconut milk and cashew milk, but for a creamier consistency I used a dairy free coconut based creamer. The fat from coconut milk makes for a rich creamy dairy free ice cream.
- You can also make these whole30 desserts without an ice cream maker. For this pour the chilled mixture into a baking dish. Freeze for 45 minutes, remove from the freezer, and beat to break up any frozen chunks. Return to the freezer. Repeat every 30 minutes, for about 2-3 hours, serve or freeze until hard-packed.
- For a creamier whole30 ice cream, I suggest you use an ice cream maker: it aerates the mixture, which gives it that fluffy, CREAMY texture. And don’t forget to properly cool your tools and the ice cream mixture before churning. I’m using a cheap ice cream maker that did the job just as wonderful as a more expensive one.
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6 Whole 30 Ice Cream Recipes (Dairy Free, Paleo Desserts) + Video
Ingredients
Strawberry Peach Ice Cream
- 3-4 ripe peaches - (cut and frozen)
- 3/4 cup coconut cream
- 3/4 cup coconut creamer - (or plant milk of your choice)
- 5 large medjool dates - (skinless and pitted)
- 1/2 cup fresh strawberries
- 1/2 cup frozen strawberries
- 1/4 cup freeze dried strawberries
- 2 large medjool dates - to sweeten the strawberry sauce
Coffee Carob Ice Cream
- 1.5 cup coconut creamer - (or plant milk of your choice)
- 3/4 cup soaked cashews
- 7-8 large dates - skinless and pitted
- 2 tbsp espresso powder
- 1/2-1 tsp carob powder
- 1 tbsp coconut butter
- 1/2 tsp lemon juice
- 1/3 tsp Himalayan pink salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon - sprinkle (optional)
- 1 tsp walnuts - chopped (optional)
Mixed Berry Ice Cream
- 3/4 cup coconut cream
- 3/4 cup coconut creamer - (or plant milk of your choice)
- 6 medjool dates - pitted, skinless
- 3/4 cup blackberries - frozen
- 3/4 cup blueberries - frozen
- 3/4 cup strawberries - frozen
- 1 tbsp acai powder - freeze dried
Mango Pineapple Ice Cream
- 1.5 cup coconut creamer - (or plant milk of your choice)
- 4-5 large medjool dates - skinless pitted
- 1.3 cup mangoes - cubed, frozen
- 1.3 cup pineapple - cubed, frozen
Salted Caramel Ice Cream
- 1 cup coconut creamer - (ice cream base)
- 1/2 cup coconut cream - (ice cream base)
- 1/3 cup cashews - (soaked – ice cream base)
- 1/6 tsp Himalayan pink salt - (ice cream base)
- 11 large medjool dates - (for the caramel sauce)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract - (for the caramel sauce)
- 1 tsp Himalayan pink salt - (for the caramel sauce)
- 1/3 cup coconut creamer - (to thin out the caramel sauce)
- 1 tsp Maca powder - (adds dimension to caramel flavor)
- 2 tbsp roasted cashew butter - unsalted, organic
Cherry Plum Ice Cream
- 2-3 large sweet black plums - pitted
- 2 cups fresh pitted cherries - frozen
- 3/4 cup coconut creamer
- 3/4 cup coconut cream
- 6-7 large dates - pitted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract - optional
Instructions
STRAWBERRY PEACH DAIRY FREE ICE CREAM
- Prepare The Peaches
For best peach flavor, choose ripe (sweet) juicy peaches. Store-bought frozen fruits are usually under-ripe and not sweet. To remove the skin place them in a pot with boiling water for 30 seconds. Then the skin should easily peel off. Cut and freeze for at least 6 hours in advance. - To Prepare The Ice Cream BaseCombine the coconut cream (without coconut water), the creamer (or milk) and dates and blend until smooth. Add vanilla and salt according to taste (optional).
- Then add the frozen peaches, blend until smooth and creamy.
- Transfer to the ice cream maker and churn until it thickens and is about the consistency of soft-serve ice cream.
- Prepare The Strawberry SauceBlend the strawberries (frozen, fresh and freeze dried) plus dates in a blender until smooth. The freeze dried strawberries have a concentrated flavor and fresh strawberries will remove the necessity to add any liquid. Chill.
- Transfer half of the ice cream base into a freezer-safe container. Dollop half of the strawberry sauce on top and swirl it through the ice cream. Repeat with the remaining ice cream and sauce.
- Freeze for 3-4 hours until it hardens enough to create scoops. Or overnight for hard-packed ice cream.
COFFEE CAROB ICE CREAM
- Soak cashews for at least two hours in hot water. Or overnight for even easier blending. Also soak the dates to remove the skin.
- In a sauce pan over medium heat combine the coconut creamer and the dates. Heat it for 3-5 minutes to allow the natural sugar and flavor of dates to melt in. Then add the vanilla paste /or extract and salt.
- To a blender add the soaked cashews, the coconut + date mixture, espresso powder, carob powder, coconut butter, lemon juice and mix until smooth and creamy (5-7 min). Chill the mixture in the fridge for at least 1 hour.
- Transfer to the ice cream maker and churn until it thickens. Freeze for 3-4 hours until it hardens enough to create scoops.
MIXED BERRY ICE CREAM
- To a blender add the coconut cream and the creamer (milk) + dates and mix until smooth.
- Add the frozen berries and blend until smooth again. For more antioxidants and a more deeper purple color add acai powder.
- Transfer to the ice cream maker and churn until it thickens. Freeze for 3-4 hours until it hardens enough to create scoops.
MANGO PINEAPPLE ICE CREAM
- Cut 2 medium mangoes into cubes and freeze at least 6 hours in advance. Make sure they are ripe for more sweetness. Do the same with pineapple.
- In a sauce pan over medium heat combine the coconut creamer and the dates. Heat it for 3-5 minutes to allow the natural sugar and flavor of dates to melt in. Then add the vanilla paste /or extract and salt (optional).
- Mix the coconut cream mixture and the frozen fruits in the blender until smooth and creamy. Since the mixture was heated, chill for at least 2-3 hours.
- Then transfer to the ice cream maker and churn until it thickens. Freeze for 3-4 hours until it hardens enough to create scoops.
SALTED CARAMEL ICE CREAM
- Caramel SwirlSoak the dates until they are soft enough to remove the pit and skin. Add to a food processor + vanilla extract, salt, maca powder, cashew butter and coconut creamer to thin it out.
- Ice Cream BaseTo a blender add the coconut cream, the creamer, the soaked cashews and salt and mix until smooth. Then add 1/4 of the caramel sauce and blend again until incorporated. Chill for at least 2 hours.
- Then transfer to the ice cream maker and churn until it thickens. AssembleTransfer half of the ice cream base into a freezer-safe container. Dollop half of the caramel sauce on top and swirl it through the ice cream. Add the rest of the ice cream over the top and the remaining caramel sauce.
- Freeze in a cold container for 3-4 hours until it hardens enough to create scoops.
CHERRY PLUM ICE CREAM
- Combine the coconut cream, the creamer and the dates in a blender and mix until smooth, then add the frozen fruits ant vanilla extract if desired.
- Mix until you get a silky texture. Pour into ice cream maker and churn for 15-20 min. Transfer into a freezer safe container and freeze for 3-4 hours until it hardens enough to scoop.
Video
Notes
Tips for Perfect Whole30 Ice Cream
- If you can’t find coconut cream at Trader Joes, this is another great whole30 coconut milk that yields thick coconut cream once refrigerated.
- At least 24 hours before you plan to churn the ice cream, put the ice cream machine’s bowl in the freezer to freeze.
- To prevent the ice cream from freezing to the sides as it churns, start running the machine before pouring the ice cream in so the sides are already turning. Also chill mixture for at least 2-4 hours before adding to ice cream maker. Otherwise, it will just take longer to churn and most of it will stick to the walls.
- Set out for 10-15 minutes before serving to soften.
- Leftover ice cream can be frozen for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
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Jeanne Dilling
Monday 5th of April 2021
Do you have a suggestion for an ice cream recipe that doesn't include coconut or bananas? My boyfriend and I just completed Whole 30 and feel amazing, but we are missing our ice cream. He's allergic to coconut and not a fan of banana flavored things...
HealthyTasteOfLife
Tuesday 6th of April 2021
Try replacing the coconut products with cashews (make some cashew cream, I would add just a touch of coconut cream so I could blend them until creamy, I don't think the taste of coconut will come through), and add some other strong flavor like coffee that will cover any coconut aftertaste.
Dani
Wednesday 30th of September 2020
All those ice creams contain 364 calorie? If they are different how many calorie are in the berries ice cream?
HealthyTasteOfLife
Wednesday 30th of September 2020
Yes this is an average approximation, it depends on what kind of additions it also has. An ice cream with berries will have less calories than the ones made with cashews. If you want a precise number use a recipe nutrition calculator (there are a lot of free website that offer this).
Renee
Sunday 24th of May 2020
How many servings does this make?
HealthyTasteOfLife
Tuesday 2nd of June 2020
It depends on the recipe, which one you are looking exactly?
Diana
Friday 1st of May 2020
Question: what is the coconut creamer?! (Not just the cream, the creamer). I am unable to find a creamer without added sugar... Thanks!
HealthyTasteOfLife
Friday 1st of May 2020
I just inserted a link (to coconut creamer) so that you could see how it looks on Amazon, it doesn't have sugar. It's also available in most food stores.
Di
Wednesday 11th of March 2020
Wait...soy milk? I thought soy products were a no-no on Whole 30. Also, wouldn't this constitute as SWYPO?
HealthyTasteOfLife
Wednesday 11th of March 2020
None of the recipes contain soy milk!