They’ve been used for proposals, artwork and are even tattoos! Indeed, our love for avocados seems to be endless. The trend is definitely here to stay this summer with treats such as Avocado Ice Cream. If you’d like to try making some yourself, we are delighted to share some recipes with you. But first, let’s get into the health benefits of the little green pleasures.
Avocado nutrition
Vitamin E helps to strengthen your immune system and eyesight as well as maintain healthy skin.
Monounsaturated fat is a healthy form of fat. It can help to lower cholesterol which reduces your risk of a stroke or heart disease.
Fibre is essential to keep your digestive system working well. Guess what? Avocado is full of fibres so you are encourage to have some!
Iron is an important mineral needed for the transportation of oxygen around your body. Luckily, avocados contain a high level of Iron. Thus, they will become your best friends!
Potassium helps to combat the negative effects of sodium/salt such as high blood pressure. So the Potassium of the Avocado could be a staple.
Finally, folate (B vitamin type) makes and repairs DNA and red blood cells.
Avocado Ice Cream Recipes
As well as its nutritious value, avocado also has a soft and smooth texture making it ideal for ice cream. Moreover, did you know that it’s a great low carb ice cream option? We have selected our favourite Avocado Ice Cream Recipes for you to try. This includes a gluten free, chocolate and vegan option!
Gluten free ice cream recipe
This is the quickest and easiest option.
Ingredients:
- A lime
- A lemon
- 200g sugar
- 2 vanilla pods
- 4 ripe avocados
- 500ml whole milk
Instructions:
- Get the seeds out of the vanilla and add the seeds and the pods to a saucepan with sugar and the lemon and lime juice and zest.
- Boil the mixture and simmer until the sugar is dissolved.
- Put it in a bowl and leave cool.
- Once cool, remove the pods.
- Peel and destone the avocado. Place it in a quidiser with milk and syrup and milk and blitz until it looks like a smoothie.
- Pour it in a baking dish and place it in the freezer until it is frozen.
- Enjoy, it is delicious!
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Raw vegan ice cream recipe (dairy-free)
Ingredients:
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon grated lemon zest
- ¾ cup sugar
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- A can of coconut milk
- 2 medium avocados
Instructions:
- The ideal is to prepare this recipe overnight!
- Mash the avocados and place them in a blender with the rest of the ingredients.
- Then, blend until the mixture is smooth.
- Pour it in a baking dish and place it in the freezer until it freezes.
- Yummy!
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Chocolate Avocado Ice Cream Recipe (ideal for children)
Ingredients:
- 2 ripe avocados
- ½ cup of cacao powder
- ¾ double cream
- ¾ cup of coconut milk
- ½ cup of sweetener
Instructions:
- The ideal is to prepare this recipe overnight!
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Blend all the ingredients until the preparation is smooth.
- Place the mixture in the freezer until it is frozen.
See the recipe from Sugar Free Londoner!
With an option for everyone, we are sure we’ve convinced you to choose a healthier ice cream option this summer. We hope you enjoy trying out these recipes and good luck! If you look for other healthy recipe, check out our Golden Latte!
