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    Published: May 3, 2018 · Modified: Mar 11, 2022 by Cathy · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Maple Walnut Dairy Free Ice Cream

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    Maple Walnut Dairy Free Ice Cream is delicious creamy goodness for a hot summer's day! In fact, it's a great treat anytime!

    Dairy Free Maple Walnut Ice Cream Recipe with Pure Maple Syrup
    Dairy Free Maple Walnut Ice Cream Recipe with Pure Maple Syrup

    We've had a bit of a heat wave around here. After the long, cold winter we've endured, warm weather is especially welcome! Given that I had just visited our local maple syrup producer and picked up our annual jug, plus more for our expat kids, it seemed like the perfect day for some Maple Walnut Dairy Free Ice Cream.

    Essential Equipment

    High Speed Blender

    This recipe utilizes a high speed blender and an ice cream machine. Both were purchases that I had put off for years because of price. However, we have worn out more than one cheap blender. I must say that had I started with the good blender, I could have been enjoying smooth smoothies all along. With a high speed blender, things like the dates in this ice cream blend nicely rather than leaving little flecks and pieces in my liquid.

    Ice Cream Machine

    The ice cream maker was another purchase that I had considered for a long time. My reasoning for buying one was that I could make healthful, whole food ice cream with "real" ingredients and no artificial additives and preservatives. Now that I eat mostly dairy free ice cream, the machine is even more valuable to me.

    Dairy Free Maple Walnut Ice Cream Recipe made with Coconut Milk
    Dairy Free Maple Walnut Ice Cream Recipe made with Coconut Milk

    Dairy Free Ice Cream Tips

    The tricky thing about homemade ice cream, and I've had this problem with both dairy and nondairy recipes, is knowing when to remove your ice cream from the machine. The ice cream maker operates on the principle of a frozen bowl chilling the ice cream while your mixture is constantly being stirred. You want to allow the process to continue until your ice cream is as thick as possible. However, if you wait too long, the bowl will get warm from the heat of the motor. It can actually reach a point where your ice cream begins to soften again. For best results, be sure your mixture is well chilled in the refrigerator before you begin to process it in the machine. Then, as it gets near to finishing, after about half an hour, watch it closely so you can remove it at it's thickest.

    I take my ice cream from the machine and store it in an airtight plastic container in the freezer. After a couple of hours, mine is perfect for scooping!

    However, there is nothing wrong with eating it straight from the ice cream machine, either!

    Other Maple Syrup Recipes

    If you're into maple syrup, you might also like to pour it over gluten free Almond Teff Pancakes or make Maple Glazed Carrots with Pecans.

    Dairy Free Vanilla Ice Cream

    I also have a recipe for Dairy Free Vanilla Ice Cream for you to dress up with your favourite toppings or enjoy with pie or cake.

    round scoops of ice cream in a white dish, topped with walnuts and maple syrup dripping down the side
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    Maple Walnut Ice Cream

    This is a delicious dairy free ice cream to make at home in your ice cream machine.
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Chill and Process Time 1 hour 35 minutes
    Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
    Servings 8
    Calories 264kcal
    Author Cathy

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup coconut milk from carton (or other dairy free milk), divided
    • 1 packet gelatine (enough to set 2 cups liquid)
    • ¼ cup boiling water
    • 8 soft Medjool dates, pitted
    • 1 400 mL 13.5 oz can full fat coconut milk
    • ½ cup pure maple syrup
    • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
    • 1 cup walnuts pieces

    Instructions

    • Sprinkle gelatine over ¼ cup cold coconut milk (from carton). Stir in ¼ cup boiling water until gelatine is completely dissolved.
    • Add remaining ¾ cup coconut milk, canned coconut milk, dates, maple syrup, vanilla, and dissolved gelatine mixture to a high speed blender. Process until smooth.
    • Chill this mixture in the refrigerator for an hour.
    • Process the coconut mixture in an ice cream machine according to manufacturer's direction.
    • When ice cream has finished processing, stir in walnut pieces.
    • Either enjoy some soft ice cream right away, or store it in an airtight container in the freezer. After a couple of hours, stir it up and eat it or return it to the freezer.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 264kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 13mg | Potassium: 223mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 16IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 59mg | Iron: 2mg
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    Comments

    1. Lizzy says

      May 07, 2018 at 8:11 am

      Ohhh I think I need to get an ice cream maker for the summer. I love maple syrup and this recipe looks delicious!

      Reply
      • Cathy says

        May 07, 2018 at 8:16 am

        I don't think you would regret the purchase!

        Reply
    2. Diane Galambos says

      May 07, 2018 at 2:30 pm

      Hi Cathy! I have inconsistent reactions to dairy - so am intrigued by non-dairy ice cream. And now that we have a bit of sunshine I find myself craving ice cream! Will have to borrow the ice cream machine. No worries - Always great ideas from you. Diane from Kitchen Bliss

      Reply
      • Cathy says

        May 07, 2018 at 9:02 pm

        Thank you, Diane! Enjoy your DF ice cream!

        Reply
    3. Jean says

      May 07, 2018 at 7:17 pm

      This sounds perfect. I've been debating on investing on an ice cream machine as well and you are making me think tht I need to!

      Reply
      • Cathy says

        May 07, 2018 at 9:02 pm

        Go for it!

        Reply
    4. linda spiker says

      May 07, 2018 at 7:53 pm

      Drooling...Yum! Great video too!

      Reply
      • Cathy says

        May 07, 2018 at 9:03 pm

        Thanks so much, Linda!

        Reply
    5. Raia Todd says

      May 07, 2018 at 10:21 pm

      Wow, that flavor combo sounds amazing! I'm always up for trying new ice creams, so I'm going to have to get my hands on all the ingredients!

      Reply
      • Cathy says

        May 08, 2018 at 11:35 am

        Thanks, Raia! I hope you enjoy it!

        Reply
    6. Tessa Simpson says

      May 08, 2018 at 8:43 am

      what a delicious combo! My hubby always makes fun of me loving butter pecan...says it's an old lady flavor!! Whatever?!! This combo reminds me of that!

      Reply
      • Cathy says

        May 08, 2018 at 11:36 am

        I love butter pecan, too!

        Reply
    7. Megan Stevens says

      May 08, 2018 at 9:30 am

      Oh I love dates blended into ice cream. This looks wonderful!!

      Reply
      • Cathy says

        May 08, 2018 at 11:40 am

        Thank you, Megan!

        Reply
    8. Daniela says

      May 08, 2018 at 10:01 am

      This sounds so dreamy! I want some right now! Perfect for warm summer day.

      Reply
      • Cathy says

        May 08, 2018 at 11:40 am

        It is! Thanks for stopping by.

        Reply
    9. Carol Little R.H. @studiobotanica says

      May 08, 2018 at 10:19 am

      Maple Walnut is my own personal favourite just before chocolate!!
      I wish I had an icecream machine -- and would make this right away!
      Will pin and keep on hand for that dream item to become a part of reality!!
      Thanks for sharing. I love dairy-free and gluten free recipes.

      Reply
      • Cathy says

        May 08, 2018 at 11:41 am

        I'm so happy that I hit upon your favourite! I hope you get that ice cream machine someday.

        Reply
    10. Teresa says

      May 08, 2018 at 11:40 am

      Yum! I love ice cream! Great summertime treat. I need to break out our ice cream machine and try this.

      Reply
    11. Lindsey Dietz says

      May 08, 2018 at 11:51 am

      Yummm! We harvest sap and make our own maple syrup, so this is just perfect!

      Reply
      • Cathy says

        May 08, 2018 at 3:40 pm

        Oh, that's so great that you make your own maple syrup! We did it once when the kids were young.

        Reply
    12. Shelby @Fitasamamabear says

      May 08, 2018 at 11:51 am

      I've only ever made banana nice cream and haven't tried coconut milk. I totally have to now though!

      Reply
      • Cathy says

        May 08, 2018 at 3:39 pm

        For sure!

        Reply
    13. Emily @ Recipes to Nourish says

      May 08, 2018 at 7:39 pm

      I LOVE homemade ice cream, it's one of my favorite things. I also love that you made this with gelatin, it's so great added to dairy-free ice cream, it totally helps the texture. Love those dates in there too! Yum!

      Reply
      • Cathy says

        May 09, 2018 at 7:07 am

        Thank you, Emily! It's great to be able to enjoy a wholesome ice cream, isn't it!

        Reply
    14. yvonne says

      May 09, 2018 at 1:32 pm

      I definitely need to get an ice cream machine before summer hits. This recipe is an inspiration.

      Reply
      • Cathy says

        May 09, 2018 at 1:34 pm

        You'll love having an ice cream machine!

        Reply
    15. Leslie-Anne says

      May 09, 2018 at 6:08 pm

      I love my ice cream maker but rarely use it - I have to dust it off for some dairy-free goodness!

      Reply
      • Cathy says

        May 09, 2018 at 8:43 pm

        Oh, yes! 'tis the season!

        Reply
    16. Gabby says

      May 11, 2018 at 5:09 pm

      This sounds so good! I recently bought the ice cream attachment for my Kitchen-Aid mixer and am SO excited to try it soon! Although I do occasionally buy pre-made ice cream at the store (dairy and non-dairy, always organic), I love the possibilities of making my own and controlling the ingredients! Pinning this to try later!

      Reply
      • Cathy says

        May 12, 2018 at 2:18 pm

        I think the KitchenAid attachment is a great idea. It will keep the ice cream away from the heat of the motor.

        Reply
    17. Monique says

      May 12, 2018 at 8:03 am

      This recipe is so simple, yet it looks amazing! Homemade ice cream always seems so fancy but I'm inspired to give it a go after reading this 🙂

      Reply
      • Cathy says

        May 12, 2018 at 2:19 pm

        Wonderful! I hope you enjoy it!

        Reply
    18. Meredith says

      May 13, 2018 at 11:46 am

      I just put the cooling chamber of my ice cream maker in the freezer so I can try this delicious sounding (and healthy!) ice cream! What a delicious treat to enjoy on a warm summer night! Thank you for the recipe!

      Reply
      • Cathy says

        May 13, 2018 at 9:32 pm

        Wonderful! Enjoy!

        Reply

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