I used to love the store-bought bite-size vanilla ice cream as a kid. So, I’ve been on a quest to make a plant-based version. These frozen sweet treats bring back so many memories that I had to try a homemade healthier and vegan version at home to fix my sweet tooth. Let me introduce these cashew ice cream bites or the best little frozen treats of your summer. It’s a fantastic alternative to Avocado Ice Cream or 5-Minute Pumpkin Nice Cream.
Ingredients and Substitutions
To make these ice cream bites you need:
Raw Cashews – Unroasted, organic cashews. Canned Coconut Cream – Or canned coconut milk, both options work the same. Coconut cream has more calories but also more fat, which makes the bites creamier. Pick the option that suits your health goals the best. Sweetener – You can use maple syrup or a sugar-free liquid sweetener to cut the sugar and calories. Monk fruit syrup is a natural and low-carb substitute. Vanilla Extract – To add even more taste. Lemon Juice – For a touch of tanginess.
How To Make Ice Cream Bites
If you have cashew nuts in the pantry, then you are ready for a treat. All you need is a little bit of soaking time and a few other pantry ingredients. Let me share with you how I make these healthy ice cream bites to refresh on hot days. The trick to making cashew nuts creamy and soft is to soak them in water. I like fast recipes, so I choose to soak my raw cashews in a glass bowl with boiled water.
Serving
Remove the ice cream bites from the freezer at least 8 to 10 minutes before eating. Place them on a plate at room temperature to let the ice cream soften and get creamy.
More Ice Cream Recipes
Below are some more healthy ice cream dessert recipes for you to try.
