Comments on: Mango Ice Cream

By: jacie

jacie — Sat, 31 Jul 2010 03:34:30 +0000

I’ve been experimenting with different ice cream recipes lately (in my new ice cream maker!), but let me share one you can try using mangoes – no ice cream maker required and it’s super easy with heavenly, creamy, delicious results!!

You can use a couple of small plastic freezer containers (not too deep – the rectangle ones, for example) or better yet, some empty yogurt or jello containers as “molds” (if you don’t have a popsicle mold – altho this recipe alone is prompting me to get one).

I would suggest making some simple syrup and store in the fridge for whenever the mood for sorbet or this recipe strikes you.

I made my simple syrup using 1 cup water and 1 cup Splenda (altho I am trying to use less splenda and more things like Agave or Sun Crystals – something more natural. I’m finding splenda gives me bad headaches and I don’t like that it is not natural – but for creamy popsicles like this, you eating very little of it).

Simple Syrup – one cup water/one cup sugar or sugar substitute, brought to a gentle boil (until all sugar is dissolved), then cooled.
(I make about three cups and store the rest in a glass jar in the fridge for next time. They say it lasts for two or three months)

Once cooled, combine the syrup, a couple of nicely ripe mangoes peeled and diced (juices, too), 1 can of coconut milk (lite is just fine), and a couple tablespoons of freshly-squeezed lemon or lime juice, all in a blender, puree until smooth.
Then place in your freezer containers overnight.

That’s it! There is no need to tend to the mixture as it freezes.
When making the popsicle-like treats, I was even able to stand the sticks in nearly right away, because the mixture is somewhat thick, just very carefully (so they didn’t slump over).

So basically, if you already have your simple syrup on hand, all you have to do is throw the other ingredients in the blender and whirrr!
(I also grate the lime or lemon rinds for added zest, and so as not to waste a good rind)

I read somewhere that a dash of alcohol (usually vodka or rum) prevents frozen treats from becoming rock hard, so I’m always adding a splash of rum to my ice creams. I can’t say for sure if I had added rum to this mixture, but likely did.
It does not affect taste at all, just keeps your treat smooth and creamy! =)

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By: Charlie van Becelaere

Charlie van Becelaere — Tue, 30 Mar 2010 22:22:22 +0000

Beth -
I just came across another dairy-free ice cream post. It sounds very intriguing, as there’s no dairy substitute involved, let alone dairy.

http://www.readymade.com/blogs/readymade/nice-cream-diy-ice-cream-for-the-lactose-intolerant-and-anyone-looking-to-experiment-with-their-ice-cream-maker/

I don’t know when I’ll get around to it, but it sounds odd enough to be worth trying.

By: Beth

Beth — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 17:24:01 +0000

Hi Julie — I think you could definitely add chocolate. You could try making it without the mango and add maybe 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder and maybe a teaspoon of ground coffee. Or without the coffee and with frozen stawberry, like you said. I tried a version with the coffee and chocolate and mint and it didn’t turn out most likely due to the mint. But I think minus the mint it may have been a hit — so I say go for it! You probably will want to up the agave to taste if you don’t do strawberry, since the fruit adds some sweetness. Thanks for your comment and good luck!! I may just have to try that combo myself not that you’ve got me thinking about it!! : )

Beth

By: Julie

Julie — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 17:10:05 +0000

Hi Beth! I just found your site and everything looks delicious! I’m gluten-free, soy-free, corn-free and dairy-free.
One question: I’m a major chocoholic and wonder if I could add cocoa powder to this to make it chocolate? With STRAWBERRIES?! YUM!
let me know if you’ve tried the chocolate and how much cocoa powder might work. Thanks!