My Orange Ice Cream recipe is easy, creamy and so delicious! Containing just four ingredients, this simple to prepare recipe will have you enjoying tangy, smooth ice cream with minimum preparation time.
I love the combination of citrus with coconut cream. There is something incredibly cheery and uplifting about this flavor! Sometimes a recipe goes viral on social media gaining hundreds of thousands of views in a very short time. This recipe is one of those – they even say it ‘broke the internet’.
Viral social media trends have become a hallmark of internet culture, and one of the recent sensations that took the platform by storm was the creation of this easy ice cream recipe. This unexpected and seemingly unusual combination gained immense popularity, captivating the taste buds and curiosity of foodies around the world.
Fresh whole oranges are blended into this ice cream to give this recipe a really vibrant and intense orange flavour. The coconut flavour comes from the coconut milk used in this recipe, which also provides an incredibly creamy and delicious base for this scrummy ice cream.
The world of desserts and sweets is constantly evolving, with new trends and flavors being introduced every day. One such trend that has been making waves in recent times is the healthy protein ice cream trend. When I saw this recipe made of just 4 ingredients I knew I had to try it. I mean, come on!
I have to admit – I was completely sceptical of the making ice cream with so few ingredients. As a fitness professional, I have seen SO many “healthy” food trends come and go, and honestly, a lot just kind of fall flat. But I decided to give it a try with this a try and holy moly – I was so impressed! This orange-y ice cream is really delish. It is amazing! Literally amazing.
With a deliciously rich flavor, creamy consistency, and thick texture … this ice cream looks, feels, and tastes like the real deal. I promise you … it is SO GOOD! The best part about this ice cream is that you don’t need an ice cream maker — just a high-speed blender. You will add two oranges (you can remove the zest and rind, although you don’t have to), one can coconut cream or full fat coconut milk, some protein powder and honey and that’s it.
My Honest Review of Orange Protein Ice Cream:
This was very yummy. For just four ingredients, the flavor and texture was spot-on. The coconut milk gave it a super-rich, creamy texture, but I didn’t feel like the ice cream had an overwhelming coconut flavor. It reminded me of the creamy orange ice I’d eat as a kid. I shaved off some of the rind from my oranges but there was still some remaining, and I didn’t find the texture to be gritty or pithy.
All in all it was delicious and I will be making it again…very soon! Is this better than a churned, dairy ice cream? Well, probably not. But it was pretty darn tasty, given the low effort and short ingredient list.
You will love this Orange Protein Ice Cream because:
It only takes about 15 minutes (if that!) of preparation before placing it in the freezer.
There are no technical skills necessary. Even if you are not confident in the kitchen, you can still make this delish Orange Ice Cream.
You do not require an ice cream machine to make this delicious dessert – it is made in a food processor.
The texture of the ice cream is rich and creamy and has a deliciously delicate flavour of orange. As it is made in advance, it is a great help when entertaining.
Tips for Making 4-Ingredient, No-Churn Orange Ice Cream:
Use full-fat coconut cream or milk. The success of this recipe definitely lies in the full-fat coconut milk. Anything “light” isn’t going to give you the full-bodied texture and fat that’s required for this churn-less delicacy.
Get creative with your citrus. If I were to make this again, I’d probably mix a lime in there, maybe a lemon, and a handful of frozen berries. Worth a try anyway.
Remember to let it thaw. If you plan to freeze it and eat it at a later date, don’t forget to let it thaw on your counter for at least 15 minutes before you try digging in. Your wrist and your spoons will thank you.
Or, you can eat it right out of the blender if you want more of a soft serve/smoothie consistency which is exactly what I did. Only a little bit made it into the freezer. Oops!
Orange Coconut Protein Ice Cream
Ingredients
- 2 medium oranges, navel
- 1 13.5 oz can coconut cream (or full fat coconut milk)
- 1/4 cup protein or collagen peptides powder
- 4 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a high speed blender and blend until smooth. Pour into a freezer safe container with a tight fitting lid, and freeze until solid.When ready to serve, let it sit out for a few minutes to make it easier to scoop. You can eat it right out of the blender if you want more of a soft serve/smoothie consistency.
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