Cashew Coconut Date Protein Ice Cream (No Churn, Naturally Sweetened)

Ultra-creamy no-churn ice cream made with cashews, coconut cream, naturally sweet dates, and a boost of protein for a nourishing twist on a classic treat. This easy-to-make treat combines heavenly vanilla with the natural sweetness of dates. With just a few ingredients, you can have a velvety-smooth ice cream that will satisfy your cravings with great flavor, and an incredible texture. Perfect for a wholesome dessert or post-workout indulgence. 🥥🍨

Course Dessert, Snack

Cuisine Healthy Clean Eating

Keyword cashew coconut date protein ice cream, cashew coconut date protein ice cream no churn naturally sweetened, cashew coconut protein ice cream, cashew date protein ice cream, clean eating dessert or snack, clean eating ice cream, coconut date ice cream

Servings 4

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups raw cashews, soaked in hot water for 1–2 hours, then drained
1 13.5 oz can full-fat coconut cream or milk
1 cup dates, soaked 30 minutes, drained and mashed a little with a fork
1/2 cup vanilla or unflavoured protein power (whey, plant-based or collagen peptides all work well)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Add Ins Or OptionalToppings

Chopped nuts
Fresh, dried orfreeze-dried fruit
Drizzle of nut butter
Shredded coconut
Chocolate chips

Instructions

Place cashews in a bowl and cover with hot water. Soak for at least 1 hour, then drain well.
Add soaked cashews, coconut cream, protein powder and vanilla extract to a food processor. Blend for 1–2 minutes until completely smooth and creamy.
Fold the dates in by hand to keep them chunky for pops of flavour and colour.
Taste the mixture and add more dates if you prefer it sweeter.
Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container andsmooth the top.
Freeze for 3–4 hours, stirring once or twice during freezing to prevent ice crystals.
Let sit at room temperature for 5–10 minutes before scooping. Serve plain or with your favourite toppings.

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