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The Best Vitamix Chocolate Ice Cream

We set out to make the best chocolate ice cream without an ice cream maker, and this is it. Dairy-free, no eggs — coconut milk, cashews, and dates make it rich and genuinely creamy. We think it's the best chocolate ice cream, full stop.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 8 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup full-fat canned coconut milk stirred well, frozen into cubes overnight
  • 1/2 cup brewed coffee regular or decaf
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
  • 2 tablespoon cocoa powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup pitted dates
  • 1/2 cup raw cashews
  • 4 cup ice

Equipment

  • Vitamix

Method
 

Prep Coconut Milk (Night Before)
  1. Stir the canned coconut milk well to combine cream and liquid. Measure 1 cup, pour into an ice cube tray, and freeze overnight.
Make Chocolate Base
  1. In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the coffee and chocolate chips. Stir until mostly smooth, then remove from heat. Add the cocoa powder, salt, and vanilla, and stir until combined.
Blend Base
  1. Transfer the warm chocolate mixture to the Vitamix. Add the dates and cashews. Start on low (variable 1) and ramp to high, blending for 60 seconds until smooth. Let the mixture cool for 10–20 minutes.
Create Ice Cream
  1. Add the frozen coconut milk cubes and ice to the cooled chocolate base. Blend on high for 30–60 seconds, using the tamper to push everything into the blades. Scoop into serving dishes and serve right away.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 5gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 13gSodium: 95mgPotassium: 360mgFiber: 4gSugar: 20gCalcium: 35mgIron: 2.8mg

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Notes

Serve it right away or pre-portion and freeze for later. When ready, put it on the counter for five minutes to soften.
Coffee: It enhances the chocolate flavor — you won't taste it. Use decaf for kids or evening serving.
Coconut milk: Use full-fat only, not lite. Usually found in the Asian foods aisle.

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