Tahini Date Orange Protein Ice Cream
Indulge in the delightful simplicity of homemade healthy Ice Cream! This easy-to-make treat combines tahini (sesame seed paste), the natural caramel of dates and the citrusy sweetness of orange. With just a few ingredients, you can have a velvety-smooth protein-rich ice cream with zero added sugars, great flavor, and an incredible texture.
Servings 4
Ingredients
- 1 13.5 oz can full-fat coconut milk or cream
- 1 cup dates, soaked 30 minutes and drained
- 1/4 cup tahini (sesame seed paste) or any other nut or seed butter
- 1/4 cup protein or collagen peptides powder
- 2 large naval oranges, juice and zest
Add Ins Or Optional Toppings
- Fresh, dried or freeze-dried fruit
- Chopped nuts
- Seeds like hemp, sesame or sunflower
- Shredded coconut
- Chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine the coconut milk or cream, protein powder, tahini, orange juice and zest and blend until smooth.Add the dates last and pulse a few times to keep them in chunks rather than blending smooth. These little pops of caramel sweetness add a wonderful touch.Pour the mixture into a container and freeze, stirring every 30 minutes for 3-4 hours to break up ice crystals.Freeze until solid, then let sit at room temperature for a few minutes before scooping.