Vegan Peach Ice Cream (Ninja Creami Option!)

This creamy homemade peach ice cream features sweet swirls of ripe peaches folded into a rich coconut milk base. It's a simple, dairy-free take on classic peach ice cream that delivers all the soft, scoopable creaminess but without any dairy or refined sugar.

The combination of juicy fresh peaches and full-fat coconut milk gives you the creamiest texture, and I'll show you how to make it two ways (in the Ninja Creami or a traditional ice cream maker). It's perfect for backyard barbecues, warm afternoons, or anytime the summer heat calls for something cold and creamy. Extra peaches can be used to make my Peaches and Cream Erewhon Smoothie.

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Ingredients To Make This Creamy Vegan Peach Ice Cream:

• Ripe Peaches: Use sweet, juicy peaches at the peak of peach season for the best flavor. The riper, the better. When peaches are in season, I can't get enough of them. I always pick up a bushel at the farmers market so I can make all kinds of peach recipes like my Vegan Peach Cobbler and my Peach Mango Oatmeal throughout the summer!
• Full-Fat Coconut Milk: This is what gives the ice cream its rich, creamy texture. Scoop out the thick, creamy white portion from the top of the can and use the leftover liquid in my Ginger Shots to lower the spice kick of the ginger or in a smoothie.
• Maple Syrup or Agave: Just enough natural sweetness to complement the peaches, with no refined sugar. I usually reach for maple syrup for its warm, cozy depth.
• Vanilla Extract: Rounds everything out and adds that classic ice cream aroma.

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How To Make It:

Ninja Creami Method (Recommended)

• 1. Add the Peaches: Add the diced peaches directly to a Ninja Creami pint container.
• 2. Add the Wet Ingredients: Pour in the coconut cream, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
• 3. Stir Together: Stir everything together until the coconut milk mixture is well combined.
• 4. Freeze the Pint: Freeze the pint on a level surface for at least 24 hours.
• 5. Process the Ice Cream: Place the frozen pint into the Ninja Creami outer bowl and process using the Ice Cream setting.
• 6. Re-Spin if Needed: If the ice cream is crumbly after the first spin, add 1-2 tablespoons of plant milk or coconut milk and use the Re-Spin function until smooth and creamy.
• 7. Serve: Serve immediately for a soft, creamy texture, or freeze for 10-15 minutes for firmer scoops.

Ice Cream Maker Method

This recipe makes a smaller batch, so if you're using a standard 1.5-quart ice cream maker, you may want to double it.

• 1. Blend the Base: Add the peaches, coconut cream, maple syrup, and vanilla extract to a blender and blend until completely smooth.
• 2. Chill the Mixture: Chill the peach ice cream mixture in the refrigerator for at least 2-4 hours, or until thoroughly cold.
• 3. Churn: Pour the chilled mixture into your prepared ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions, usually 20-30 minutes.
• 4. Serve or Freeze: Enjoy immediately as soft serve, or transfer to a freezer-safe container and freeze for 2-4 hours for a firmer, scoopable ice cream.

Variations And Substitutions:

• Frozen Peaches: No fresh peaches on hand? Frozen peaches work well; just let them thaw slightly before blending or stirring in.
• Add a Pinch of Salt: A tiny pinch of salt makes the sweet peaches taste even brighter. 
• Swap the Sweetener: Agave, maple syrup, or even coconut sugar all work. But I prefer maple syrup for its warm, rich flavor with peaches.
• Add Fresh Peach Chunks: Fold in a few diced peaches at the end for little bursts of juicy fruit in every scoop.

Storage:

• Freezing: Transfer any leftover ice cream to a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to a couple of weeks.
• Best Texture: Homemade ice cream firms up hard in the freezer. Let it sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before scooping.
• Prevent Freezer Burn: Press a piece of parchment paper directly onto the surface before sealing the container to keep freezer burn away.

Equipment Needed:

• Ninja Creami: For the easiest, creamiest single-pint batches.
• Ice Cream Maker: For the traditional churned method.
• High-Speed Blender: For blending the peach ice cream mixture completely smooth.
• Freezer-Safe Container: For storing leftovers without freezer burn.

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