Few things are more quintessentially summery than ice cream. Simply put, in my mind if there isn’t ice cream it isn’t summer. Packed with juicy blueberries, refreshing lime and tropical coconut this ice cream could not be more summery if it tried. Even if the sun isn’t shining the beautifully bright color that the blueberries lend this ice cream will surely brighten up your day. The tropical coconut goodness of this simple ice cream will transport you and your taste buds to your own private sun soaked island. This recipe is super simple and quick to make leaving you with more time to do the more important things in life like enjoying the sunshine and eating ice cream!
Blueberries are more than just a tasty snack, they are in fact quite the superfood. Blueberries are thought to have both anti cancer and anti aging properties thanks to their combination of vitamin C and ellagic acid. These may play a role in cancer prevention by preventing free radicals from damaging cells. These free radicals are also thought to play a role in the aging process so eating blueberries may help you retain your youthful glow for longer! Vitamin C plays a pivotal role in helping repair the body’s cells. In addition Vitamin C contributes to establishing a strong working immune system. Blueberries are also rich in insoluble fibre which leads to a sense of satiety. Also the carbohydrates continued in blueberries are slowly released into the blood thus ensuring a stable blood sugar level that prevents cravings.
- 2 cans full fat coconut milk
- 1 cup blueberries
- 2 limes
- ⅓ cup maple syrup or honey
- Place the blueberries, coconut milk, maple syrup or honey in a blender and blitz until smooth.
- Zest the limes and add the zest to the blender as well as the lime juice.
- Blend again until smooth.
- Transfer the mixture to an ice cream machine and use according to the manufacturers directions.
- Enjoy!
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