Who doesn’t love ice cream on a hot summer day? Even if you’re avoiding dairy, there’s no reason to miss out! I first learned to make homemade ice cream when we were avoiding dairy for my son years ago. Even though I’ve added some dairy back into my diet, this dairy-free mint chocolate chip ice cream recipe is still a family favorite.
This mint chocolate ice cream gets its creaminess from coconut milk and avocado. Since making ice cream is on our summer bucket list, I’m glad to have an ice cream recipe full of nutrients and healthy fats for the kids to enjoy.
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Instead of whipping cream or heavy cream, this mint chip ice cream gets its creaminess from avocadoes.
Avocados have such a mild taste and creamy texture that they’re perfect for desserts. I’ve used them before in cucumber lime veggie smoothies and real food shamrock shakes. Whenever I find a good deal on avocados, I know it’s time to stock up and make chocolate mint ice cream (and maybe some avocado brownies too).
Another reason avocados work so well for mint chocolate chip ice cream is the light green color they naturally add. It’s not bright like the green food coloring found in store bought versions though (which is probably a good thing!).
Homemade Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream With Coconut Milk
To make the ice cream, I simply puree everything except the chocolate chips together in a blender and then pour it into the ice cream maker. I add the chocolate chips once it starts to thicken. If you don’t have an ice cream maker you can freeze it without one, just stir it occasionally until it thickens.
You can use either semi-sweet chocolate chips or dark chocolate for this. You can even use a chopped chocolate bar. The little bits of chocolate add a nice crunchy texture the the smooth ice cream. I always opt for a darker chocolate since it has more health benefits and less additives.
This homemade version skips the granulated sugar and instead uses a touch of raw honey to sweeten. You can even make your own mint extract with fresh mint to add to this.
Here’s how to make your own (healthy!) mint chocolate chip ice cream the whole family will love!
Homemade Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Recipe
Make dairy-free mint chocolate chip ice cream at home with coconut milk, avocado, and honey.
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Place all the ingredients except the chocolate chips in a blender and puree until smooth.
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Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn until thickened.
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Add the chocolate chips and churn 2 minutes more.
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The ice cream will be a very soft texture at this point. You can either serve immediately as soft-serve or pour into a freezer safe bowl and freeze until ready to use.
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Allow to thaw at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before serving.
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Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Homemade Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Recipe
Amount Per Serving (0.5 cups)
Calories 305
Calories from Fat 189
% Daily Value*
Fat 21g32%
Saturated Fat 13g81%
Cholesterol 3mg1%
Sodium 27mg1%
Potassium 356mg10%
Carbohydrates 29g10%
Fiber 4g17%
Sugar 23g26%
Protein 3g6%
Vitamin A 110IU2%
Vitamin C 5.5mg7%
Calcium 34mg3%
Iron 2.1mg12%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
- Taste after step 1 and add more peppermint extract if desired.
- If you do not have an ice cream maker, add the chocolate chips and put into a freezer safe bowl and into the freezer. Stir every 30 minutes until thickened.
More Homemade Ice Cream Recipes
If you’re in the mood for some more ice cream, homemade versions beat the ones from the grocery store hands down. You might even like them more than your favorite ice cream from the local ice cream shop! Here are a few recipes to try.
What are your favorite ice cream flavors? Tell me about it below!
