Remember the classic ice cream bar, the Creamsicle? It had a bright, orange-flavored frozen shell with creamy vanilla ice cream inside.
Now you can re-create the nostalgic treat, in a healthy way, with Orange Creamsicle Nice Cream.
This recipe for light and creamy orange creamsicle nice cream uses coconut cream instead of milk or heavy cream to achieve its silky texture. The subtle coconut flavor blends well with the bright acidity from fresh orange juice.
Orange Creamsicle Nice Cream
Serves 4
Active Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 8 hours, 15 minutes
Ingredients:
- 2 cups fresh orange juice (from 3 large navel oranges), plus additional orange slices for garnish
- 1 cup chilled unsweetened coconut cream
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice (from 1 lime)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions:
- Pour orange juice into ice-cube trays; freeze until frozen, at least eight hours or up to 24 hours.
- Combine the frozen orange juice cubes, chilled coconut cream, honey, lime juice and vanilla in a food processor; pulse until smooth, about 2 minutes, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed.
- Serve immediately or transfer to an airtight container and freeze until ready to serve. (If stored in the freezer, let stand at room temperature for 30 to 45 minutes to soften before serving.) Garnish each serving with an orange slice, if desired.
Tasty tips
To make ahead: While the nice cream will have the best texture if served immediately, it can be stored in the freezer for up to three months. Allow it to soften at room temperature for 30 to 45 minutes before serving.
Recipe nutrition per serving: 212 Calories, Total Fat: 12 g, Saturated Fat: 12 g, Carbohydrates: 24 g, Total Sugars: 21 g, Protein: 1 g, Sodium: 12 mg, Potassium: 259 mg, Phosphorus: 22 mg, Folate: 38 mcg, Calcium: 15 mg, Vitamin A: 250 IU, Vitamin C: 63 mg.
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