This oat milk ice cream is so smooth and creamy, you won’t believe it is homemade! Made with just 3 ingredients, it works with or without an ice cream maker. Show
Ice cream lovers, there is a new MVP in town: ice cream made with oat milk! I’m the kind of person who has ice cream almost every day. Like clockwork, after dinner, I’ll weasel my way over to the freezer and serve myself a scoop or three of ice cream. Recently, I’ve been rotating between So Delicious, Oatly, and Trader Joe’s, which all produce oat milk ice creams. The only downside of them is how expensive they are and how easy it is to polish off an entire pint in one sitting. Luckily, I’ve been recently making my own. This oat milk ice cream recipe is an absolute keeper. No dairy, no eggs, and no sugar are needed, but you’d never tell. The texture is soft, smooth, and creamy, perfect to scoop into a bowl or cone. It’s pleasantly sweet, with no nutty or maple flavor. It needs just 3 ingredients to make and can be made with or without an ice cream maker. Oh, and if you want to try ice creams with other kinds of milk, try cashew milk ice cream, almond milk ice cream or coconut milk ice cream. Ingredients neededThere are just 3 key ingredients to make this ice cream, which you probably already have in your pantry! Here is what you’ll need to make this:
How to make oat milk ice creamSimple is an understatement for this recipe. It follows a simple 3-step process to make and the hard work is done by the blender and ice cream maker. Ready to make some ice cream? Step 1- Soak the cashewsStart by soaking your cashews with boiling water for 30 minutes, for them to soften. Discard the water and transfer the cashews into a high speed blender. With blenders, I always recommend ones that have superior ice blending capabilities. This ensures that the cashews will easily be broken down and there won’t be any random chunks throughout. Step 2- Blend everything togetherNext, add half the oat milk and blend until smooth and combined. Add the rest of the oat milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract, and blend until smooth and frothy. If using mix-ins, fold it through at the end. Step 3- Make the ice creamNow, pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn until a soft ice cream remains. Transfer the mixture into a freezer friendly container (or ice cream container) and freeze for at least an hour. Once ready to enjoy, let the ice cream thaw for 5-10 minutes, before serving. Can I make this without an ice cream maker?If you don’t have an ice cream maker, you can easily make this using just the blender. However, you’ll have to carefully monitor it for the first hour to ensure it doesn’t free.
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Flavor variationsThe beauty of this ice cream is just how versatile it is. Have fun changing up the flavors for some variety!
How long does oat milk ice cream last?Like any good ice cream, it should always remain in the freezer. Here are best practices for storing homemade ice cream, including re-freezing:
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FAQS about this oat milk ice cream recipeIs this ice cream healthy? This ice cream recipe is healthier than other kinds, as it has no dairy and no refined sugar (it uses maple syrup to sweeten it). It is also lower in calories than ice cream made with full cream milk and cream. What are good oat milk ice cream brands? The top rated ice creams using oat milk are Oatly, So Delicious, and Halotop. Can I use another nut? While cashews are preferred, you can use skinless almonds instead (marcona almonds).
TO STORE: Ice cream must always be stored in the freezer. It will keep fresh for up to 1 month. TO RE-FREEZE: You may only re-freeze your ice cream once, as it will develop freezer burns if left longer. Serving: 1serving | Calories: 176kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 10g | Sodium: 23mg | Potassium: 192mg | Fiber: 1g | Vitamin A: 82IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 2mg | NET CARBS: 18g Is oat milk ice cream healthier than regular ice cream?A Healthier Ice Cream
While I would not describe oat milk ice cream as healthy per se (it still has a relatively high calorie count and sugar count), it is certainly a healthier option than standard ice creams. Because this oat milk ice cream is made without heavy cream, it contains fewer calories.
Does oat milk freeze well?It turns out that yes, you can freeze oat milk for up to three months. The defrosted oat milk should then be used within 2 to 3 days of thawing. What I've found is that oat milk settles in the freezing process. This means it can be a little grainy when you defrost it.
Does oat milk ice cream exist?Oat milk ice cream is a dairy-free frozen dessert consisting of oat milk, sugar, and a form of fat, like coconut oil. Most oat milk ice cream recipes are nut-free, unlike other plant-based ice creams, like almond or cashew milk ice cream. (Depending on the brand of oat milk, it may also be gluten-free.)
Can I use oat milk for cream?Oat milk works well in dairy recipes that call for heavy cream. While oat milk is thinner than coconut or almond milk, it still makes a great dairy alternative because of its high-fat content.
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