Mint Chocolate Avocado Ice Cream (with Video)
Dairy free & naturally-sweetened, and oh-so-delicious, this mint chocolate avocado ice cream is more like “nice” cream!
Avocado “Nice Cream”
Mint chocolate chip is one of my favorite flavors of ice cream. However, since I found out I was lactose intolerant in college, I’ve pretty much had to say bye-by to this summertime treat.
While there are some truly delicious dairy-free alternatives in the frozen aisle these days, I’ve yet to find a nondairy mint chocolate chip ice cream that passes the test for me.
So why not just make our own?!
One of the things you have to look-out for when shopping for non-dairy ice creams is the sugar content. Just because they’ve omitted dairy doesn’t mean they’re actually healthy! Some of those dairy-free ice creams still have a lot of sugar.
That’s why I love this homemade avocado ice cream — not only is it dairy-free, but it’s sweetened naturally with honey, and only lightly so! That’s why we call it nice cream!
It’s a guilt-free treat that the whole family will love!
–Stacey
Check out our quick recipe video to see how to make this Avocado Mint Chip recipe and then don’t forget to scroll down to grab your free recipe printable!
Avocado Ice Cream Ingredients
- 2 avocados, pitted and halved
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- Pinch salt
- 2-3 drops mint extract
- 1/2 cup dairy free chocolate chips
Note: you can use mint extract or fresh mint – for fresh mint, use a small handful.
Kitchen Tools Used to Make this Recipe
A free printable copy of this recipe is available at the bottom of the post. Keep reading for photo step-by-step instructions and video tutorial.
How to Make Avocado Ice Cream
Cut avocados in half and remove pit. Scrape avocado flesh into high-powered blender or food processor then add honey, coconut milk, salt, and mint extract.
TIP: We suggest starting with 2-3 drops of mint extract because it is usually pretty strong, but you’re welcome to add more if you like your ice cream extra minty.
Blend until smooth and creamy.
Stir in chocolate chips by hand, then pour avocado ice cream batter into a small loaf pan. Use a silicone spatula to smooth the top of the ice cream.
Freeze 2-4 hours. Scoop as you would regular ice cream and enjoy!
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Mint Chocolate Avocado Ice Cream
Dairy free & naturally-sweetened, and oh-so-delicious, this mint chocolate avocado ice cream is more like "nice" cream!
Ingredients
- 2 avocados, pitted and halved
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- Pinch salt
- 2-3 drops mint extract
- 1/2 cup dairy free chocolate chips
Instructions
- Add avocados (flesh only), honey, coconut milk, salt, and mint extract to blender or food processor.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in chocolate chips by hand, then pour batter into a small loaf pan.
- Freeze 2-4 hours.
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Good idea👍
Have you ever tried real mint in the ice cream?
We haven’t but I bet it would be delicious!
Can I use a different milk eg soya or almond?
Hi Johanna,
Yes, any full-fat milk (or mylk) will work as a substitute. We prefer coconut milk, cashew milk or whole dairy milk as the fat lends to a more creamy ice cream. We have not tried soya milk but almond milk has worked for other readers.
– Jennifer