Why you'll love this recipe
This homemade strawberry ice cream is dairy-free, naturally sweetened, and packed with fruity goodness! Blended with Juice Plus Chewables, it's a fun, healthy summer treat for kids and adults alike. Creamy, refreshing, and so easy to make, it’s the perfect guilt-free dessert!
Dairy-Free | No-Refined Sugar | Kid-Friendly | Healthy Summer Snack |
Ingredients
+ 14oz fresh strawberries, hulled
+ 13.5 fl oz full-fat coconut milk
+ 6 medjool dates, soaked in warm water for 10 minutes
+ 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
+ 10 Juice Plus Fruit Chewables
+ 2 fl oz warm water
Directions
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Prepare the Chewables: Dissolve the Juice Plus Chewables in 2 fl oz of warm water, stirring until smooth.
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Blend the base: In a blender, add the strawberries, coconut milk, soaked dates (along with a few tablespoons of the soaking water), vanilla extract, and dissolved chewables mixture. Blend until creamy.
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Chill the mixture: Transfer to a bowl, cover, and refrigerate for 2 hours or until fully chilled.
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Churn the ice cream: Pour into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions until thick and creamy.
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Freeze before serving: Transfer the ice cream to a container and freeze for 2-4 hours for a firmer texture.
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Serve and enjoy: Scoop and enjoy this creamy, plant-based summer treat!
Nutritional information
Track your healthy choices with ease! Check out the nutritional breakdown below:
Per serve - Serves 4
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Calories: 440
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Fat: 28.0g
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Carbohydrates: 48.0g
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Fiber: 6.0g
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Sugar: 40.0g
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Protein: 4.0g
