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Vegan Nice Cream with Chocolate and Cherry Chips

This creamy, dairy-free treat is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while keeping things light and healthy. With rich chocolate and bursts of cherry, it’s a refreshing dessert you can enjoy guilt-free any time.

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TIME11 min

SERVINGS4

RATING4.8 / 5

Vegan Nice Cream with Chocolate and Cherry Chips

COOKBOOK / 0901

01 / WHAT YOU NEED

Ingredients

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¼ cup raw cashews 1 ripe banana 1 cup ice cubes 3 ounces extra-firm tofu, pressed to remove water 2 Medjool dates, pitted 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 teaspoon soy milk, or more as needed

02 / HOW TO MAKE IT

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01

Soak and Blend Ingredients

Start by soaking the cashews in a bowl of water for about 1 to 3 hours, then drain them well. Next, toss the soaked cashews into a blender along with the banana, ice cubes, tofu, dates, cacao powder, vanilla extract, and a teaspoon of soy milk. Blend everything until the mixture is nice and smooth. If it feels too thick, add a little more soy milk—just enough to keep it creamy but still thick. Once blended, gently fold in the cherries and chocolate chips. Scoop the mixture into a bowl, and it’s ready to enjoy!

Vegan Nice Cream with Chocolate and Cherry Chips step 1

03 / EXTRA DETAILS

Good to know.

Cook's tip

- Use ripe bananas for the best natural sweetness and creaminess.
- Freeze the bananas completely before blending to get a smooth texture.
- Add the chocolate and cherry chips last and pulse briefly to keep their shape.

Why you’ll love it

This dessert is a refreshing and healthy way to enjoy a sweet treat without any dairy. It’s naturally creamy thanks to frozen bananas and gets a rich flavor from chocolate and cherries. Plus, it’s quick to make and perfect for warm days.

Serving ideas

Serve this cool treat in small bowls or cones for a fun snack. Top with fresh cherries or a drizzle of vegan chocolate sauce to make it extra special. It pairs well with a sprinkle of chopped nuts or shredded coconut for added crunch.

Storage & leftovers

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the freezer. To soften before serving, let it sit at room temperature for 5–10 minutes. Avoid refreezing multiple times to keep the texture creamy and smooth.