Here are two delicious vegan vanilla ice cream recipes, one that requires an ice cream machine and another that does not.
Vegan Vanilla Ice Cream (Ice Cream Machine)
Ingredients
- 520 ml (2 ⅕ cups) soy milk
- 100 g (½ cup) granulated sugar
- 45 g (⅓ cup) cornstarch
- 1 vanilla pod (seeds scraped)
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- 200 g (7 oz) vegan condensed milk
- 200 g (7 oz) chilled full-fat canned coconut milk (thick part only)
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Custard: In a saucepan, whisk together the cornstarch, sugar, and soy milk until smooth. Add the scraped vanilla seeds and cook over medium heat for about 4-5 minutes until thickened. Stir in sea salt, cover with plastic wrap, and chill for at least an hour.
- Mix the Ice Cream Base: In a large bowl, combine the chilled custard with the vegan condensed milk and coconut milk. Whisk until fluffy.
- Churn: Pour the mixture into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions for about 30-40 minutes until soft serve consistency.
- Freeze: Transfer to a loaf pan or airtight container, cover, and freeze for at least 2 hours for a firmer texture[1].
Easy Vegan Vanilla Ice Cream (No Ice Cream Machine)
Ingredients
- 1 can Nature’s Charm sweetened condensed oat milk
- 1 can Nature’s Charm oat whipping cream
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract or vanilla bean powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Whip the Cream: In a stand mixer or using a hand mixer, whip the oat whipping cream on high for about 30 seconds until fluffy.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the sweetened condensed oat milk, vanilla extract, and salt to the whipped cream. Mix on high for another 30 to 50 seconds until well incorporated.
- Freeze: Pour the mixture into a loaf pan or any suitable container and freeze overnight (at least 12 hours).
- Serve: Allow to thaw slightly before scooping and enjoy your creamy vegan treat.
Both recipes yield rich and creamy vegan vanilla ice cream that can be enjoyed on its own or paired with your favorite toppings!