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Vegan Cashew Ice Cream

By Kristina LaRue, RDN 57 Comments

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vegan ice cream with cashews almond milk and maple syrup

This Vegan Cashew Ice Cream is dairy free and made with 3 simple ingredients – cashews, almond milk and 100% pure maple syrup for a super easy vegan recipe!

Anyone else out there wishing we could rewind the holidays and start again? How is the most wonderful time of the year already behind us and we are back to full work weeks? I was just starting to get use to spending lots more time with Eric and the rest of the fam. Welp, it’s back to the daily grind.

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But the good news is we are still in party mode over here because it’s Regan Jones‘ 40th Birthday today. A group of about 40 bloggers got together to give her a surprise virtual birthday bash!

Yep, virtual because that’s what bloggers do. It’s fitting because Regan and I met through blogging way back when Love & Zest began, nearly 4 years ago. This girl had me at War Eagle when I found out that she is also an Auburn alum from the Nutrition & Dietetics program! Kindred spirit I tell ‘ya.

vegan ice cream with cashews almond milk and maple syrup

 

And in honor of her birthday, I thought it would be fun to travel down memory lane and reminisce our friendship.

 

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Besides my mom, Regan was my first blog reader. I didn’t realize that blogging was more about community than it was about publishing content and developing a brand and Regan taught me that right away. I shortly teamed up with her Recipe Redux group to post healthy themed recipes each month. After talking through blog comments and chatting on twitter, Regan and I finally met at FNCE in 2011 and became friends IRL.

We had our first dinner together at the Florida Dietetic Association conference the following spring and when Regan launched the blog on HealthyAperture.com, she asked me to write a column for her, Athlete Eats which I contribute to monthly.

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I feel really lucky to have been able to get some good Regan time in 2014 too with the Cabot Fit Team race in Vermont, California Almonds Orchard Tour, Blog Brûlée, and FNCE. It was a fun year!

Regan, Happy Birthday!!

Your friendship is special to me and I am forever grateful that you believed in me when I was a new blogger and dietitian. You lit a spark in me early on and continue to mentor me which means so much. I know I don’t tell you enough… THANK YOU!! I hope 2015 brings more opportunities to travel together.

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So a little more about this Vegan Cashew Ice Cream

  • perfectly sweet

  • refreshing

  • healthy

  • only 3 ingredients

 

vegan ice cream with cashews almond milk and maple syrup

How to make vegan ice cream?

Vegan ice cream can be made with any non-dairy milks. This specific dairy free ice cream is made with unsweetened vanilla almond milk. However, coconut milk or oat milk will work great too!

How to make homemade ice cream?

One of my favorite pieces of kitchen equipment is my Cuisinart Frozen Yogurt/Ice Cream Maker. This nifty gadget makes homemade ice cream in 20 minutes or less! If you frequent homemade ice cream recipes, this is a must-have tool and, in my opinion, the best way to make homemade ice cream!

Is almond milk vegan?

YES! Almond milk is a combination of almonds and water – that’s it! You may notice that some brands contain  gums such as acacia gum, guar gum, or Xanthan gum. These are used as thickening agents since almond milk is typically quite thin in consistency. If you’re aiming for less sugar, choose unsweetened almond milks that contain less sugar. Some great brands that I personally love are MALK, New Barn, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, and Califia.

vegan ice cream with cashews almond milk and maple syrup

Basically the verdict is that you need to make it ASAP, it’s just one of those recipes that’s indescribable. That and the fact that it’s made with only 3 ingredients – I mean hello, why wouldn’t you try it?

I know you guys are going to absolutely love this one! It might be January, but ice cream is a year round thing in my book. If any of your loved ones have a birthday coming up, check out some recipes I’ve linked below! So many tasty options for all taste buds 🙂

 

More tasty birthday sweets:

  • Coffee Cashew Ice Cream

  • Fudgy Vegan Birthday Cake Brownies

  • Strawberry Coconut Ice Cream

  • Toasted Marshmallow S’mores Ice Cream Bars

  • Brown Butter Banana Ice Cream with Nutella Swirl 

 

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Vegan Cashew Ice Cream


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  • Author: Kristina LaRue
  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
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Every birthday party needs ice cream to go with the cake, so I’m bringing this Vegan Cashew Ice Cream. It’s dairy free, and made with 3 simple ingredients. Cashews. Almond Milk. 100% Pure Maple Syrup.


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Ingredients

  • 2 cups roasted unsalted cashews, soaked overnight
  • 2 cups unsweetened vanilla almond milk
  • 1/2 cup 100% pure maple syrup

Instructions

  1. Cover cashews with water and soak overnight.
  2. Drain water from cashews and place in high powered blender.
  3. Process cashews with 1 cup almond milk on low to medium speed for a few minutes; gradually increasing to high speed until a frothy smooth mixture forms.
  4. Add remaining milk and syrup and process until combined.
  5. Pour mixer into ice cream maker and churn until soft serve ice cream forms.
  6. Pour ice cream in container and continue to freeze until firm about 1-2 hours.
  7. Before serving, allow ice cream to soften for 5-10 minutes on the counter.

  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Freezer
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/6 recipe
  • Calories: 297
  • Sugar: 19g
  • Sodium: 62mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 29g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 0g

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Comments

  1. Sean Lumly says

    July 22, 2016 at 1:26 pm

    Thank you for posting an ice-cream recipe that doesn’t call for canned coconut milk (as so many vegan ice-cream recipes do — I stay away from canned foods)! Not only is your recipe extremely simple, it sounds incredibly tasty, and seems as though it will be a wonderful foundation to build additional recipes on top of!

    I’m just about dead-set on getting an ice-cream maker, as the cost of vegan ice-cream is extremely expensive, and it would probably pay for itself in a short amount of time! Plus, it would offer far more interesting options!

    Thanks again!

    Reply
    • Kristina LaRue, RD, CSSD says

      July 27, 2016 at 11:28 pm

      You are welcome!!

      Reply
      • Sandi says

        July 21, 2017 at 11:21 pm

        I just bought raw (not roasted) cashews on accident. Will it still work?

        Reply
        • Kristina LaRue, RD, CSSD says

          July 24, 2017 at 4:14 pm

          Hey! Should work perfectly!

          Reply
  2. Marieta says

    July 5, 2015 at 10:36 pm

    Well, this is just beautiful and simple. And it photographs beautifully!
    May I ask…how do you store your ice cream? I am having a hard time figuring out where (as in , I prefer no plastic) to store my homemade ice creams! Thanks!

    Reply
    • Kristina LaRue says

      July 14, 2015 at 7:34 am

      I usually store it in a glass or plastic airtight container. Although, I’ve been seeing oval ice cream storage containers in the stores– tempted to get one.

      Reply
  3. Amy says

    February 9, 2015 at 8:47 am

    Always looking for lactose free options for my wonderful hubby. This looks so yummy. Thanks for the recipe!

    Reply
    • Kristina LaRue says

      February 9, 2015 at 11:28 am

      So sweet of you!! Great Valentine’s Day treat 🙂

      Reply
  4. Thalia @ butter and brioche says

    February 9, 2015 at 4:19 am

    It’s crazy how little ingredients this ice cream requires and how easy it is – whilst still being so delicious and healthy!

    Reply
    • Kristina LaRue says

      February 9, 2015 at 11:29 am

      I couldn’t believe it either.. and it’s soooo yummy. I couldn’t stop eating it… but then again, guilt free!

      Reply
  5. Jenna @ Make Healthy Easy says

    January 11, 2015 at 5:20 pm

    This looks so amazing Kristina! And I have our FNCE pic at my work desk too. That was a fun one.

    Reply
    • Kristina LaRue says

      January 12, 2015 at 6:44 pm

      HAHAH!! Takes me back.

      Reply
  6. Sarah Grace says

    January 11, 2015 at 4:52 pm

    Simple yet DELICIOUS looking. Just the kind of recipes I love. Not to mention I’m a lover of ice cream.. Love seeing you all celebrate Regan’s birthday, I love the support I see here in the blogging world.
    xoxo Sarah Grace, Fresh Fit N Healthy.

    Reply
    • Kristina LaRue says

      January 12, 2015 at 6:45 pm

      Can we eat ice cream together?

      Reply
  7. Shashi @ runninsrilankan says

    January 9, 2015 at 10:02 am

    Happy Belated Birthday to Regan – THIS is my kinda ice cream! Gorgeous photos and wonderful recipe! Happy Friday 🙂

    Reply
    • Kristina LaRue says

      January 12, 2015 at 6:54 pm

      Thanks Shashi! I hope you had a wonderful weekend!

      Reply
  8. Kylie @ immaeatthat says

    January 8, 2015 at 10:11 am

    3 ingredients?! 3 ingredients!! I can’t wait to try!!!!!!

    Reply
    • Kristina LaRue says

      January 12, 2015 at 6:55 pm

      hahahah.. I know right?!

      Reply
  9. Regan @ The Healthy Aperture Blog says

    January 7, 2015 at 1:30 pm

    You — just like your photography — grow more beautiful every day. I am SOOO glad my mouse and keyboard somehow landed me on LoveAndZest.com back in the day. I treasure our friendship and truly think it was divine intervention that we connect.

    … and, this recipe. Um, hello… yum!?! While I do tend to sway over to the fork desserts, rather than the spoon… you’re right. No bday is complete without the ice cream. And THIS — my Alcat friend — is perfectly suited for everyone eating at my birthday celebration… if you catch my drift *wink wink*

    Thanks again for making this an epic birthday to remember.

    Reply
  10. Hannah Siegmund @ ThisVeganWhimsy says

    January 6, 2015 at 11:20 pm

    I don’t own an ice cream maker, but this recipe seriously makes me want to get one. I adore cashews, and never would have thought to turn them into an ice cream! This looks fantastic!

    Reply
    • Kristina LaRue says

      January 7, 2015 at 8:37 am

      Do it!! 🙂 I use the Cuisinart Frozen Yogurt/Ice Cream maker

      Reply
  11. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

    January 6, 2015 at 1:20 am

    This is beautiful! Love the simple 3 ingredients!

    Reply
    • Kristina LaRue says

      January 7, 2015 at 8:38 am

      Thank you!!

      Reply
  12. Lisa @ Healthy Nibbles & Bits says

    January 6, 2015 at 12:40 am

    This is such a sweet post about you and Regan. I don’t have an ice cream maker, but I definitely want to get one so I could give this recipe a go!

    Reply
    • Kristina LaRue says

      January 7, 2015 at 8:39 am

      Thanks Lisa, she’s pretty awesome in my book.

      Reply
  13. Sonali- The Foodie Physician says

    January 5, 2015 at 11:40 pm

    This ice cream sounds awesome!! I loved looking at all of those cute pics of you girls- so much fun!

    Reply
    • Kristina LaRue says

      January 7, 2015 at 8:45 am

      Thanks Sonali!

      Reply
  14. Marisa | Marisa Moore Nutrition says

    January 5, 2015 at 11:05 pm

    My goodness this looks delicious, Kristina! Love that it’s such a simple recipe too. Can’t wait to try it!

    Reply
    • Kristina LaRue says

      January 7, 2015 at 8:39 am

      Thank you!! It’s crazy that cashews can get that creamy!

      Reply
  15. Melanie @ Nutritious Eats says

    January 5, 2015 at 6:59 pm

    Love seeing familiar bloggers together in photos. I need to meet some of you real life RD bloggers this year! The ice cream looks perfect.

    Reply
    • Kristina LaRue says

      January 7, 2015 at 8:40 am

      I second that! Possibly FNCE in 2015?!

      Reply
  16. Rachael@AvocadoADayNutrition says

    January 5, 2015 at 6:55 pm

    LOVE! I’ve got all these ingredients on hand PLUS a mini-ice cream maker so I can make a single serving tonight! So excited about this recipe!

    Reply
    • Kristina LaRue says

      January 7, 2015 at 8:41 am

      YUMMMM! I love that idea!

      Reply
  17. Emily @SinfulNutrition says

    January 5, 2015 at 6:10 pm

    Oh my gosh this sounds so simple & delicious. Can’t wait to try!..But I might have to wait until it’s warmer than 20 degrees!

    Reply
    • Kristina LaRue says

      January 7, 2015 at 8:42 am

      hahahaha! It’s been really hot here (in the 80s) even for Christmas, but we are getting a cold front now from all the northern storms.

      Reply
  18. Deanna Segrave-Daly says

    January 5, 2015 at 5:52 pm

    Such a lovely post and dang girl, that ice cream is just gorgeous!

    Reply
    • Kristina LaRue says

      January 7, 2015 at 8:45 am

      Thank ya Deanna 🙂

      Reply
  19. Min says

    January 5, 2015 at 5:47 pm

    Such an incredibly sweet post, Kristina. Very heartfelt! Y’all share so many wonderful memories together, and I’m sure they’ll be cherished forever. And this ice cream….I’ve been eating blue bell ice cream (current obsession: lemon bliss with vanilla-filled cream cookies..so good) just about every other day, but perhaps it’s time to switch things up a bit and go easy on the dairy department ;).

    Reply
    • Kristina LaRue says

      January 7, 2015 at 8:42 am

      I love a real good ice cream too.

      Reply
  20. Leigha @ The Yooper Girl says

    January 5, 2015 at 5:42 pm

    Awww, this is such a lovely idea for Regan! It’s so cool how you guys are blog friends turned real life friends. Isn’t it just amazing all of the people you meet through blogging? Hopefully I will be able to go to some blog conferences someday!

    This looks AWESOME. Pinned! 🙂 <3

    Reply
    • Kristina LaRue says

      January 7, 2015 at 8:44 am

      Thanks for pinning! It is amazing how friendships can begin through a blog!! I’ve found that conferences are so worth it.

      Reply
  21. Dana | fresh simple five says

    January 5, 2015 at 3:06 pm

    This sounds delicious and I agree — no party is complete without ice cream 🙂

    Reply
    • Kristina LaRue says

      January 7, 2015 at 8:44 am

      We’d be fun party buds.

      Reply
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