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Creamy Dragon Fruit Ice Cream Recipe

Creamy Dragon Fruit Ice Cream Recipe


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4.7 from 18 reviews

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 5 1x

Description

Cool dragon fruit ice cream offers a tropical paradise of creamy sweetness and vibrant pink hues. Refreshing tropical flavors and smooth texture make this dessert perfect for summer gatherings.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 dragon fruits
  • 1 13.5 oz / 383 g can of unsweetened coconut milk
  • ¾ cup (180 ml) almond milk
  • ½ cup (100 g) sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preparation: Chill the ice cream maker’s freezer bowl completely according to manufacturer’s instructions.
  2. Blending: Combine dragon fruit chunks, almond milk, coconut milk, sugar, and vanilla extract in a high-powered blender. Pulse on high speed until the mixture becomes silky smooth and uniform without any fruit fragments.
  3. Churning: Transfer the blended liquid into the ice cream maker and activate the churning process. Allow the mixture to transform into a soft-serve consistency, which typically takes 20-25 minutes.
  4. Freezing: Gently spread the freshly churned ice cream into an airtight container, ensuring an even distribution. Place the container in the freezer and let it solidify for 2-3 hours until it reaches a perfectly scoopable texture.
  5. Serving: Extract the dragon fruit ice cream from the freezer 10-15 minutes before serving. Let it rest at room temperature to achieve a luxuriously creamy consistency that glides effortlessly onto your spoon.

Notes

  • Chill Equipment Thoroughly: Ensure the ice cream maker’s freezer bowl is completely frozen for at least 24 hours before churning to guarantee smooth, creamy texture.
  • Blend for Perfection: Process the mixture on high speed for the full 90 seconds to break down dragon fruit completely and create a silky-smooth base.
  • Freeze Strategically: Use a shallow, wide container to help the ice cream freeze evenly and prevent large ice crystals from forming.
  • Serve with Precision: Let the ice cream rest at room temperature for exactly 10-15 minutes before scooping to achieve the perfect creamy consistency without melting completely.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Desserts, Drinks
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: Fusion

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 5
  • Calories: 163
  • Sugar: 20 g
  • Sodium: 45 mg
  • Fat: 9 g
  • Saturated Fat: 7 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 22 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg