Summer is here, and we all love to enjoy a delicious ice cream. Take note of these three Dairy-free ice cream recipes; you'll be amazed
If You're Lactose Intolerant, You Can Still Enjoy Delicious Ice Cream—Here’s How
Being lactose intolerant doesn't mean giving up on enjoying a tasty ice cream treat. You can make Dairy-free ice creams that are just as delicious as those made with regular milk—and much gentler on your stomach, too.
One of the best ways to make dairy-free ice cream is by using fruit. You can pair it with other ingredients to create fresh, creamy, and healthy combinations. For instance, instead of topping your ice cream with chocolate syrup or whipped cream, try sprinkling it with chopped nuts.
Fruit and Yogurt Ice Cream
Ingredients:
- Lactose-free Greek yogurt
- One piece of fruit of your choice or a handful of berries (blueberries, raspberries)
- Lime juice
- Honey
- A pinch of salt
Preparation:
1. Wash, peel, and dice the fruit into small pieces.
2. In a bowl, mix the yogurt with the lime juice, honey, and salt, then stir in the chopped fruit.
3. Pour the mixture into ice cream molds and insert sticks.
4. Freeze for at least 4 hours.
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Dairy-Free “Leche Merengada” Ice Cream
[Leche merengada is a traditional Spanish drink made from milk, sugar, lemon zest, and cinnamon, often served cold or frozen.]
Ingredients:
- 250 ml lactose-free milk
- Leche merengada
- Lemon peel
- 20 grams of sugar
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 3 drops of vanilla extract
For the ice cream shake trick:
- 6 tablespoons of salt
- Freezer bags
- Ice cubes
Preparation:
1. In a saucepan, combine the lactose-free milk with the cinnamon stick, sugar, and lemon peel.
2. Heat over medium heat until it boils, then remove from heat and strain. Set the milk aside.
3. In a bowl, mix the leche merengada with a few drops of vanilla.
4. Pour the mixture into a freezer bag and let it chill.
5. In another freezer bag, place the ice cubes and salt.
6. Put the bag with the milk mixture inside the bag with the ice and shake it well until the mixture thickens into a creamy ice cream texture.
Banana Ice Cream (No Sugar, Dairy-free)
Ingredients:
- 2 bananas
- Dark chocolate chips
- A splash of lactose-free milk
- Shredded coconut
- Optional: cereal, chia seeds, or chopped hazelnuts
Preparation:
1. Peel the bananas and blend them with a splash of milk.
2. Add the chocolate chips and any optional ingredients.
3. Pour some shredded coconut into the bottom of your ice cream molds, then fill with the banana mixture.
4. Freeze for 1 hour.
If you've been thinking about making your own delicious Dairy-free ice cream, give these recipes a try. Don’t forget to leave us a comment with your thoughts or your own tips—share the love!