Hemp Ice Cream Recipe (1 Quart)
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Churn Time: 20-30 mins
Total Time: 4+ hours (including freezing)
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
✅ Silky, custard-like texture (thanks to hempseed oil & egg yolks)
✅ Vegan option available (see substitutions)
✅ Packed with omega-3s & plant protein
✅ No artificial stabilizers—just real ingredients
Ingredients:
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2 cups hemp milk (homemade or store-bought - Click For Recipe)
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2 cups heavy cream (or coconut cream for vegan)
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½ vanilla bean (scraped) or 1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 tbsp Hempbuti Virgin Coldpressed Hempseed oil (Click For Recipe)
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4 egg yolks (or ¼ cup aquafaba for vegan)
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½ cup sugar (or maple syrup for unrefined option)
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Infuse the Cream Base
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In a saucepan, warm hemp milk + cream + vanilla bean (do not boil).
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Remove vanilla pod, scrape seeds, finely chop pod, and return to pot.
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Stir in hempseed oil and set aside.
2. Prepare Custard (or Vegan Base)
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Traditional: Whisk egg yolks + sugar over a double boiler until pale.
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Vegan: Whip aquafaba + maple syrup to soft peaks.
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Slowly mix custard/aquafaba into hemp milk mixture.
3. Cook to Thicken
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Return to low heat, stirring constantly until it coats the back of a spoon (~5-7 mins).
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Strain through a fine sieve for ultra-smooth texture.
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Chill in fridge 4+ hours (or overnight).
4. Churn & Freeze
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Pour into ice cream maker, churn 20-30 mins until soft-serve consistency.
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Transfer to a loaf pan, freeze 2+ hours to firm up.
Serving Suggestions:
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Top with toasted hemp seeds + dark chocolate shavings
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Drizzle with hempseed oil + honey for extra richness
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Pair with warm fruit compote
Pro Tips:
🔹 For richer texture, add 1 tbsp coconut oil (vegan) or extra egg yolk (traditional).
🔹 No ice cream maker? Freeze in a shallow pan, stirring every 30 mins for 3 hours.
🔹 Flavor variations: Add cacao powder, cinnamon, or espresso.
Dietary Benefits:
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Hemp seeds provide complete protein + omega-3s
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Dairy-free option is soy-free & nut-free
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Lower sugar than store-bought ice creams
This hemp ice cream proves healthy fats can be decadently delicious. Whether you choose the traditional custard or vegan version, it’s a guilt-free dessert that’s creamy, flavorful, and packed with nutrition.
Scoop and enjoy! 🍨✨
