Dairy-free Orange Creamsicle Ice Cream Recipe Will Remind You of Childhood Ice Cream Gluten-free Fruit Desserts Low Sodium Recipes

"Orange creamsicle flavored ice cream treats have been a favorite of mine since I was a kid," says Rachel Maser, mom of four and founder/creator of the clean eating blog, Clean Food Crush®. "There’s just something very nostalgic about it. The sweet cream combined with the tangy citrus just does it for me. This method is a grownup homemade version of that favorite creamy summer treat. It’s so fresh and bright tasting and it even smells delightful!"

To make this dairy-free orange creamsicle ice cream recipe you will need just a few simple ingredients. Here is what you need to gather from your fridge and pantry: fresh oranges (check out the health benefits of oranges), orange juice, coconut cream, maple syrup or honey and vanilla extract.

Serve this refreshing orange ice cream for dessert or as a sweet snack whenever the cravings hit.

Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes plus 4 hours to freeze oranges
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 4 hours and 10 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 large oranges
• 2 teaspoons orange juice
• 2 cups cold coconut cream, chilled in the fridge overnight
• 1/3 cup maple syrup or raw honey
• 1 teaspoon vanilla

Recipe Notes

• Be sure to remove the pith of the orange (white part) because it is bitter.

• Make sure your coconut cream is cold. Keep it in the fridge until you're ready to prepare the recipe.

Here's how to make it: 

1. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Using a sharp chef’s knife, follow the round shape of the orange to remove the peel including the white parts.
2. Slice oranges and lay them onto the prepared baking trays in a single layer. Freeze the orange slices for at least 4 hours to overnight.
3. Once the oranges are frozen, add them to a high-speed blender or food processor.
4. Add in the orange zest, coconut cream, maple syrup and vanilla. Process until smooth.
5. Serve immediately as a soft-serve ice cream or transfer it into an airtight container and keep it in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.

Recipe and photo courtesy of Clean Food Crush®.

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