Summer Recipe: How to make tender coconut ice cream at home?

ET Online Apr 30, 2024

Ingredients

Tender coconut flesh (chopped) - 1 cup, tender coconut water - 1/2 cup, coconut milk - 1 cup (full-fat for creamier texture), condensed milk - 400gms. Image Source: iStock

Blend the coconut base

Combine chopped tender coconut flesh, coconut water, and coconut milk in a blender. Blend until you get a smooth and creamy mixture. Image Source: iStock

Add it up

Add condensed milk and blend again until well incorporated. Chop up some chunks of tender coconut and add it to the mixture Image Source: iStock

Whip the cream

For a richer texture, whip the chilled coconut milk (separate from the blended mixture) until soft peaks form. Fold the whipped cream gently into the coconut base. Image Source: iStock

Chill the mixture

Pour the ice cream base into a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 6-8 hours, or overnight for best results. Image Source: iStock

Break up ice crystals

If you prefer a smoother texture, use a fork to break up any ice crystals that form every 2-3 hours during freezing. This helps prevent icy patches. Image Source: iStock

Freeze completely

Once frozen, your homemade tender coconut ice cream is ready to enjoy! Image Source: iStock

Serve and garnish

Scoop the ice cream and garnish with chopped nuts, remaining tender coconut flesh, or a drizzle of honey for an extra touch. Image Source: iStock