Vegan Pineapple Coconut Ice Cream

Vegan pineapple coconut ice cream is filled with pineapple puree and chunks for extra pineapple flavor and topped with toasted coconut for the ultimate summer recipe. Gluten-free, dairy-free and egg free. Oh and delicious. 
Vegan Pineapple Coconut Ice Cream (GF, DF, V) - A Dash of Megnut

A bowl of vegan pineapple coconut ice cream topped with shredded coconut with a spoon beside it.

I have a ridiculous amount of kitchen gadgets. Too many to count really. There are meat grinders, vegetable spiralizers, a waffle maker, pasta maker, fondue pot.. I even just realized only yesterday that I have a juicer attachment for my stand mixer.

Definitely need to put that one to good use soon. But my favorite kitchen appliance of all has to be my ice cream maker. Beyond my stand mixer, I’d say my ice cream maker gets the most use in my kitchen each summer.

An ice cream scoop with pineapple coconut ice cream and a container of ice cream on the side.

Imagine my sheer horror* when I found out I couldn’t eat dairy anymore. No more beloved ice cream creations? What’s a girl to do? Well thank goodness vegan ice cream is a thing – no dairy, no eggs, happy tummy.

The crazy thing is that vegan ice cream is also way easier to make than custard based ice creams, too! For this recipe, you literally throw creamy coconut milk, fresh pineapple, and a few other ingredients into a blender to get it really smooth and then put it in your ice cream machine. Easy peasy pineapple squeezy (that’s how that goes right?)

*horror quickly turned to delight because vegan ice cream is so dang good!

A bowl of scoops of vegan pineapple coconut ice cream with a pan of ice cream on the side.

I will say, this particular recipe is somewhat of a cross between a sorbet and an ice cream. Don’t get me wrong, it’s definitely still creamier than sorbet. But the fact is.. there’s a whole lot of pineapple goodness in here.

And pineapple goodness makes it a bit icier than a normal vanilla ice cream. And you know what? I am MORE than okay with that because it is still luscious and delicious and everything you could want in an ice cream and MORE! Do you want to take your pineapple ice cream over the top? Toasted coconut!

Just before serving, I love to toast some unsweetened coconut flakes in a pan over the stove and sprinkle them on top. They just add the perfect amount of texture and flavor to this ice cream that takes it from a 10 to an 11.

What’s your favorite kitchen gadget or appliance to use during the summer? Tell me in the comments!

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A bowl of vegan pineapple ice cream topped with toasted coconut shreds and a spoon on the side.

More Gluten-Free Ice Cream Recipes (with some vegan options!)

Vegan Pineapple Coconut Ice Cream (GF, DF, V) - A Dash of Megnut

Vegan Pineapple Coconut Ice Cream

Vegan pineapple coconut ice cream is filled with pineapple puree and chunks for extra pineapple flavor and topped with toasted coconut for the ultimate summer recipe. Gluten-free, dairy-free and egg free. Oh and delicious. 
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 1 day 2 hours
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 day 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 280kcal
Author: Megan

Ingredients

  • 2 cans full fat coconut milk
  • 2 cups pineapple (diced (divided))
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup (you can also use honey if you're not vegan)
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • pinch of salt
  • 1 tbsp vodka (optional - keeps the ice cream from freezing too hard. Tito's vodka is gluten-free)
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut flakes (for topping)

Instructions

  • At least 24 hours before you start making the ice cream, freeze the bowl of your ice cream maker. When you shake the bowl, there should be no water sloshing around.
  • In a blender, add coconut milk, 1 1/2 cups of the pineapple, pure maple syrup, vanilla, vodka (if using) and salt. Blend until smooth. Place in a metal bowl and refrigerate for an hour or more until cold.
  • Remove the ice cream base from the refrigerator and stir in the remaining 1/2 cup of pineapple chunks. Freeze according to the instructions on your ice cream machine.
  • Place in a freezer safe container (I used a loaf pan) and freeze until solid. Let sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before serving.
  • To toast coconut flakes, add them to a small pan over medium low heat. Let heat, stirring occasionally until they are a light toasted brown color. Don't walk away from the pan as they toast rather quickly. Sprinkle over ice cream before serving.

Notes

**I use this ice cream maker.

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 21g | Sodium: 16mg | Potassium: 315mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 25IU | Vitamin C: 20.8mg | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 3.7mg
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5 Comments

  1. I don’t have a nice cream maker. Rarely do I eat ice cream but this is tempting. Could I make it without a maker ??? What would be the diff?

    1. So I haven’t tried it without an ice cream maker but here are my thoughts from what I’ve read elsewhere. Chill the coconut milk in the refrigerator overnight and then whip it with a mixer until it creates a lot of volume. Process pineapples in a food processor or blender until smooth. Add that and the sweetener, vodka, and vanilla to the coconut milk. Then fold in the pineapple chunks. Let it freeze for 3-4 hours. The reason for churning is so that it aerates/creates volume, freezes evenly and doesn’t get ice crystals. I think this should hopefully do the trick for you! I also have a vegan banana nice cream recipe on here that doesn’t require an ice cream maker. I think if you added pineapple instead of the peanut butter and chocolate it would be a delicious tropical treat. Hope this helps and let me know if you have any other questions! https://www.adashofmegnut.com/vegan-banana-chocolate-chunk-ice-cream/

  2. Since it’s too hot to cook, this is going on my menu for dinner. 😀

    1. I love it!! Enjoy!