I can think of few combos that are as much a “match-made-in-heaven” as cherry and chocolate. Are you with me? So, when I was thinking of all the healthy deliciousness I could make with my Easy Cherry Compote, I knew chocolate ice cream had to be a part of this jam (no pun intended! Okay, maybe it was 😊 ). So, for a no-bake summertime treat, this decadent chocolate ice cream with cherry compote drizzle is the absolute BEST!
Here are ALL the reasons why you’ll want to add this to your summer eating list.
Why Make This AMAZING Chocolate Ice Cream?
Chocolatey Deliciousness
I don’t know about you but, in my world, dessert isn’t even WORTH it if there’s no chocolate in it! This sweet treat is decadent without being over-the-top. One bowl of this and I’m satiated and a happy camper.
Vegan & Paleo Chocolate Ice Cream
It’s Pegan! (Yes, that’s a thing.) Because the chocolate ice cream is made with only a few real ingredients (and no refined sugar), it’s Paleo-tastic. Plus, using coconut cream and milk makes it purely vegan. So, you CAN have your treats AND a happy tummy!
Smooth and Creamy Chocolate Ice Cream
Vegan ice cream has come a long way, baby. I struggled for YEARS to get mine just right – silky smooth and creamy without being a big blog of ice. The secret to that last part is the tablespoon of booze. It keeps the mixture from completely freezing so it’s perfect to scoop!
Icy Cold for those Hot Summer Nights
What’s better on a hot summer’s night (or day, for that matter) than a nice cold ice cream dessert? That’s my motto, anyway. 😉
Tips for Making Decadent Chocolate Ice Cream with Cherry Compote Drizzle
- Get an ice cream maker. Not your parents’ crank with rock salt kind, silly! The countertop electric kind. Seriously, a Cuisinart is like $30.
- No time for compote? No problem! Just heat up some frozen cherries and call it a day. Easy-peasy.
- Coconut Whipped Cream can be bought! Although my coconut whip is super-easy to make, you could just buy it, ya know? You do you.
Decadent Chocolate Ice Cream with Cherry Compote Drizzle (Vegan & Paleo)
Nothing beats the winning combo of chocolate and cherries! Plus, when it’s Vegan and Paleo, you can enjoy this decadence guilt-free! Just be sure to make extra ‘cuz it will go fast.
- Total Time: 2-5 hours
- Yield: 16-20 scoops 1x
Ingredients
Ice Cream Ingredients
- 1 13.5-oz Can Full Fat Coconut Milk (about 1 3/4 cups)
- 1 13.5-oz Can Coconut Cream (about 1 3/4 cups)
- 3/4 Cup 100% Pure Maple Syrup
- 2 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1 TB Vodka
- 2/3 cup Cacao
- 1 Pinch Salt
For topping:
Instructions
- Be sure to start with a chilled insert for your ice cream maker, if using (see Note 1).
- Combine all ice cream ingredients in a blender and blend until well combined and smooth.
- Transfer to a bowl and refrigerate until well-chilled (1-2 hours).
- Pour into ice cream maker and churn until a frozen yogurt texture (be sure to follow instructions on your ice cream maker).
- You can eat it at this point (it will be soft) or pour into a freezer-proof container and allow to further chill until it reaches the desired texture (about 5 hours).
- Top with cherry compote and coconut whipped cream and serve in your fancy glasses!
Notes
You can make this without an ice cream maker, just know that the ice cream will be a little more icy than creamy.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 2-5 hours for freezing
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
