Description
This creamy cantaloupe ice cream is made with fresh fruit, real milk or coconut milk, and natural sweeteners like honey. GAPS diet and dairy-free adaptable, this easy blender ice cream is the perfect refreshing treat for summer.
Ingredients
1 cup milk of choice (raw, A2A2, or coconut milk for dairy-free)
1 cup heavy cream or probiotic sour cream (or coconut cream for dairy-free)
½ cup cantaloupe, chopped small
⅓ cup honey (or liquid low-carb sweetener for keto)
1 tablespoon vanilla extract or vodka (optional)
¼ to ½ teaspoon quality salt (sea salt or gourmet salt recommended)
Instructions
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In a blender, combine milk, cantaloupe, honey, vanilla (if using), and salt. Blend on high for 40 seconds until completely smooth.
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Add cream or sour cream and pulse briefly to combine. Do not overmix.
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Pour mixture into ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer’s instructions (about 20–25 minutes).
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Serve immediately as soft-serve or freeze for 2–3 hours for firmer, scoopable texture.
Notes
- For dairy-free: use full-fat coconut milk and coconut cream.
- Sweetener can be adjusted to taste.
- Add a splash of lime juice for a citrusy twist.
- Vodka improves texture but is optional and does not affect flavor.
- Best texture is achieved with high-quality salt and ripe cantaloupe.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- churn time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blender, Ice Cream Maker
- Cuisine: American