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By:Alison Marras

August 9, 2017

(updated June 3, 2021)

3.23 from 254 votes

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What’s Inside: This AIP vanilla ice cream requires only four ingredients and a few minutes to prep before freezing. It’s Paleo, dairy-free, and egg-free, meaning it’s allergen-free and safe to consume. Make it your own by serving it with your favorite summertime dessert!

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Nothing Says Summer Like Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream

Vanilla ice cream goes on top of everything in the summertime. I’m talking fruit bakes, fresh fruit, and straight up in a bowl with some cinnamon. I was craving a simple recipe, but needed it to be low in sugar and without eggs or nuts to make it allergen-free, and this recipe is the result.

Made with just four ingredients, you’ll have healthy and AIP vanilla ice cream stocked in your freezer all summer long!

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How to Satisfy Your Vanilla Ice Cream Craving While Staying Allergen-Free

Summer is far from over in my point of view, and ice cream is forever (not exactly like diamonds, but sort of). This AIP vanilla ice cream has been a blessing to me as a favorite topping or after-dinner treat on a humid day. Since there’s not a lot of sugar, I don’t get ridiculous addicted (as I do when I eat store-bought dairy-free ice cream), and the simpler the better. I don’t need too much standing in the way of me and ice cream in the summer, obvi.

Looking to satisfy a sweet tooth on AIP/Paleo? Check out this delicious AIP dessert round-up for more recipes!

I found some fabulous homemade vanilla ice cream references (here and here) for this recipe and made it my own by making it a bit faster and with less sugar. I also used raw honey, which was never heated here so all the good stuff like antimicrobials that raw honey carries could stay intact.

Now … where’s my spoon?

Oh, and for AIP ice cream sandwiches… see the tip below!

AIP Vanilla Ice Cream Recipe (Paleo, Dairy-free, Egg-free)

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AIP Vanilla Ice Cream (Paleo, Dairy-free, Egg-free)

3.23 from 254 votes

4-ingredients to allergen-friendly, dairy-free vanilla ice cream you can enjoy in a snap! This recipe is AIP-friendly, made with coconut milk, vanilla (extract or powder), a bit of raw honey and gelatin for texture.

Author: Alison Marras

Prep Time: 15 minutes mins

Cook Time: 6 hours hrs

Total Time: 6 hours hrs 15 minutes mins

Yield: 4 cups

Ingredients

  • 2 cans full-fat coconut milk (bpa-free lining cans)
  • 2 Tbsp raw honey
  • 2 Tbsp vanilla extract powder or 2 vanilla beans
  • 1 Tbsp gelatin

Instructions:

  • First, add 1 cup of coconut milk to a saucepan and add gelatin over top. Let the gelatin “bloom” for 3 minutes.

  • Next, heat the saucepan on your stovetop for approx. 10-15 minutes, stirring and making sure none of the gelatin is clumping. It should be evenly smooth.

  • Remove that from the heat and pour into a blender. Add in the rest of the coconut milk, raw honey and vanilla.

  • Blend on high until well mixed and let sit for a few minutes to come to room temperature.

  • Pour mixture into a bowl and let chill for at least 1 hour or 2, until the mixture is cold.

  • Add the mixture to your ice cream machine and follow directions according to your machine. Freeze ice cream for several hours or overnight until ready to enjoy!

Notes:

*I use this coconut milk and either of these gelatinbrands will work: here and here.

**You can omit the gelatin if needed.

Diet: American

Course: Dessert

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More Healthy Desserts To Try

If you’re a fan of my AIP Vanilla Ice Cream, then you’re sure to love these other recipes:

  • Paleo Banana Cream Pie Parfaits (Dairy-free, AIP, Egg-free)
  • Vegan Sweet Corn Ice Cream (no churn)
  • Lavander Chai Latte Popsicles (Vegan)
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FAQs

Is vanilla extract AIP compliant? ›

Vanilla Extract: This ingredient is only AIP-friendly if its heated to remove the alcohol, and a lot of AIP recipes don't take that into consideration. I love vanilla but only go through two or three jars a year.

Are there eggs in dairy-free ice cream? ›

Most vegan ice creams are made with coconut milk, almond milk or soy milk. All of those bases come from plants, and none include anything that comes from an animal. If, however, an ice cream is made with coconut milk but contains egg, it is dairy-free but not vegan, since it has egg.

Is ice cream paleo? ›

However you can make Paleo Ice Cream! One of the best ways to make paleo ice cream is to replace the dairy with coconut milk. Coconut milk is the liquid that comes from the grated meat of a coconut.

How do they make dairy-free ice cream? ›

It's not made with low-fat or skim milk, or anything like that. Dairy-free frozen desserts typically substitute regular milk with plant-based milk such as almond, soy, coconut, or cashew milk, although there are some amazing brands (*cough, cough, Eclipse*) that take it even further.

Why is coffee not allowed on AIP? ›

The first thing to consider if you have autoimmune issues, is that coffee is a seed. If you are following a strict Autoimmune Protocol, seeds are cut out of the diet for a period of time, and then reintroduced. Therefore, you would want to remove coffee for the first few weeks, along with any other seeds.

Why is coffee not AIP compliant? ›

While you might be inclined to believe that it's caffeine that's eliminated here, it's actually the coffee bean itself! The name bean is misleading, however, because coffee is technically a seed of the Coffea plant. So, that means, like other seeds, coffee is eliminated in the temporary elimination phase of the AIP.

What are ice creams made without eggs called? ›

French style is also called “custard” style, and additionally has eggs in the ice cream base. Philadelphia style ice cream base is not made with eggs, and so does not contain raw egg. French, or custard, style ice cream is made from a cooked custard base.

Which brand of ice cream is egg-free? ›

Talenti All Flavors

With our egg-free flavors you'll find the same quality ingredients and same delightful taste you'll find in our classic Talenti flavors.

What can I substitute for eggs in ice cream? ›

While some swear you need eggs to emulsify and stabilize the ice cream, you really just need a thickener (cornstarch) and protein (cream cheese).

Is the paleo diet inflammatory? ›

Both paleo and keto diets have anti-inflammatory properties but work differently in managing inflammation and related health conditions. The paleo diet is better for managing autoimmune diseases, while the keto diet is better for managing diabetes and metabolic syndrome.

Why does paleo avoid dairy? ›

Dairy is decidedly not Paleo. Products like milk and cheese are too heavy on lactose and byproducts from the typical diet of factory-farmed cattle to be considered Paleo, in addition to the fact that our hunter-gatherer ancestors probably did not stop to milk wild game.

Why is popcorn not paleo? ›

So, is popcorn paleo? Sadly, no. Most paleo followers, don't consider it part of their diet. “Because of its grain status, it's not typically included in a paleo diet," says Kelsey Kinney, RD, "as the eating style eliminates all cereal grains."

What is the best non-dairy milk to make ice cream? ›

The secret is nothing more than coconut milk. Full-fat, creamy coconut milk. Other vegan milk substitutes, like almond milk or soy milk, just don't cut it when it comes to ice cream. You need the fattiness and unctuousness that can only be found in a can of coconut milk.

What is a good Non-Dairy substitute for ice cream? ›

Base: Cashew/coconut milk

This grocery store staple offers ice cream options in bases ranging from soy milk and coconut milk to almond milk and cashew milk. It also features a wide range of flavors that most other brands don't offer.

What is dairy-free ice cream called? ›

Sorbets. Sorbets are naturally lactose-free because they do not contain dairy. They're typically made from water and fruit juice or purée. Sherbets, on the other hand, will contain dairy in the form of dairy milk or cream, so be sure to inspect the label. Sorbabes' Jam'n Lemon sorbet packs zippy lemony notes.

Can you have vanilla extract on anti-inflammatory diet? ›

Eating a diet high in foods and drinks that are rich in anti-inflammatory compounds may reduce inflammatory markers in your body and improve overall health ( 19 ). Promisingly, vanilla products contain substances shown to have powerful anti-inflammatory effects, including vanillin ( 20 ).

Is vanilla extract an anti-inflammatory? ›

Vanillin, a primary component of vanilla bean extract, has anti-inflammatory, anticancer, and antitumor properties.

Are extracts AIP compliant? ›

For example, many vanilla extracts contain alcohol- this is OK on AIP if you will be baking/cooking the foods you add it to because the alcohol will cook off. Simply Organic is a good brand. For cold foods, you'll need to go with an alcohol-free vanilla extract or a vanilla powder.

Is vanilla extract good for inflammation? ›

Vanilla extract has antioxidant, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties that have significant impact on various body systems. The production of vanilla began in Mexico in the 15th century and spread to Europe and the rest of the world throughout the subsequent centuries.

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