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    Green Tea Ice Cream: 5-Ingredient Dairy-Free Dreaminess

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    By Alisa Fleming on June 26, 2017 Alisa's Favorite Dairy-Free Recipes, Dairy Free Desserts, Dairy-Free Recipes

    Every time I go to a Japanese restaurant with a good friend, she raves about green tea ice cream. But it’s the one thing on the menu that is always rich in dairy. So I finally decided to whip up a dairy-free green tea ice cream recipe made with just 5 everyday ingredients.

    Dairy-Free Green Tea Ice Cream Recipe (naturally vegan, gluten-free, soy-free and just 5 ingredients!)

    Dairy-Free Green Tea Ice Cream that’s Deliciously Cheap to Make!

    Many online recipes for dairy-free green tea ice cream are actually made with matcha, which is a finely ground powder made from a specially grown and processed variety of green tea. Bloggers like to use it because it has a vibrant green hue, but it can also cost well over $100 per pound. I use green tea for ease and affordability. But I have included ingredient options in the FAQs below.

    Can I Use Matcha Instead of Green Tea?

    Yes, I’ve included an option for dairy-free matcha ice cream, but the main recipe is for simple, affordable, deliciously dairy-free green tea ice cream.

    Is Green Tea as Healthy as Matcha?

    Matcha powder does contain higher levels of antioxidants, but good old green tea should not be underestimated. It’s still high in EGCG, the polyphenol revered in several studies for fighting numerous health issues, from high cholesterol to Alzheimer’s Disease.

    Which Milk Beverage Do You Recommend?

    This very easy recipe pairs green tea (or matcha) with plant-based cashew milk beverage and coconut milk for a wonderfully creamy experience. I love the flavor of cashew and coconut together when making creamy dishes, but you can use any milk beverage, including nut-free, if preferred.

    What Can I Substitute for the Coconut Milk?

    I haven’t yet tested a coconut-free option, but have some suggestions if you want to experiment. You could substitute a mix of avocado and more milk beverage for the coconut milk. This is also a great way to naturally enhance the hue. Simply blend some avocado to get about 1/2 cup avocado puree. Then increase the milk beverage to about 1 3/4 cup, or consider using an unsweetened creamer if you want a richer finish. See my guide on How to Substitute Coconut for more options.

    Dairy-Free Green Tea Ice Cream Recipe (naturally vegan, gluten-free, soy-free and just 5 ingredients!)

    Special Diet Notes: Dairy-Free Green Tea Ice Cream

    By ingredients, this recipe is dairy-free / non-dairy, egg-free, gluten-free, grain-free, optionally nut-free, peanut-free, soy-free, vegan, plant-based, and vegetarian.

    5.0 from 7 reviews
    Dairy-Free Green Tea Ice Cream
     
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    Prep time
    10 mins
    Cook time
    10 mins
    Total time
    20 mins
     
    This easy ice cream has a rich infusion of green tea flavor. But unlike the matcha option, the brewed version has a very pale yellow-green hue. You can optionally use a natural green food coloring to achieve a more a more vibrant look.
    Author: Alisa Fleming
    Recipe type: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Serves: about 2½ cups
    Ingredients
    • 1 cup unsweetened dairy-free milk beverage
    • 6 green tea bags
    • ½ cup sugar
    • 1¼ cups full-fat canned coconut milk
    • ⅛ teaspoon salt
    • Natural green food coloring (optional)
    Instructions
    1. Heat the milk beverage in a small saucepan over medium heat until hot and steaming (just before it begins to boil).
    2. Remove the pan from the heat and steep the tea bags in the hot milk for 5 minutes. Squeeze each tea bag to extract as much of the milky green tea as possible.
    3. Whisk in the sugar until dissolved.
    4. Whisk in the coconut milk until smooth.
    5. The natural color of this ice cream is very pale. For a green hue, you can whisk in your favorite natural green food coloring.
    6. Pour the mixture into a 3-cup or larger glass measuring cup and let cool to room temperature. Then cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or more.
    7. Churn the mixture in your ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's directions. (or see How to Make Vegan Ice Cream without an Ice Cream Maker)
    8. Enjoy as soft serve or pack into an airtight container and freeze for 3 hours or more for hard-packed, dairy-free, green tea ice cream!
    Notes
    Matcha Ice Cream Option: Substitute 1 tablespoon matcha powder for the green tea bags. Add more matcha, to taste, if desired.
    Nutrition Information
    Serving size: ½ cup Calories: 173 Fat: 10g Saturated fat: 8.3g Carbohydrates: 22.6g Sugar: 21.3g Sodium: 100mg Fiber: 1.1g Protein: 1.1g
    3.5.3229

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    53 Comments

    1. Alicia on June 29, 2017 2:58 pm

      I love that you use the actual tea bags instead of the matcha powder. Very cool recipe! I’ll have to try it out 🙂

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on June 29, 2017 8:19 pm

        Thanks Alicia! I’m all about affordable but still healthy options 🙂

        Reply
    2. Linda from Veganosity on June 29, 2017 9:30 am

      I just bought a new can of matcha yesterday. I love the sound of this, thanks for the great recipe.

      Reply
    3. Sophia | Veggies Don't Bite on June 28, 2017 8:42 pm

      Green tea really is so good for you! I’ll take my dose in ice cream thank you. Perfect way to up the health factor!

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on July 1, 2017 9:46 am

        Well if you’re going to have dessert, why not add a superfood, right?! 🙂

        Reply
    4. Andie Thueson on June 28, 2017 4:57 pm

      This looks like HEAVEN! I love green tea flavored things! I will have to make this for sure 🙂

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on July 1, 2017 9:46 am

        I hope you get the chance to enjoy it Andie!

        Reply
    5. Sharon @ What the Fork Food Blog on June 28, 2017 12:47 pm

      I’m in love with this recipe! I like how you incorporated coconut milk in this recipe. We always have some on hand so this is perfect!

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on July 1, 2017 9:48 am

        Thanks Sharon!

        Reply
    6. Kristina @ Love & Zest on June 28, 2017 8:16 am

      What a great idea to make it green! Love that people can afford to make this by using the Green Tea instead! Cannot wait to try this one out!

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on June 28, 2017 9:08 am

        I’m all about accessible, simple and delicious recipes! I hope you do get the chance to trial it Kristina!

        Reply
    7. Jereann Zann on June 27, 2017 7:41 pm

      I have always wanted to try green tea ice cream and now I can! Also, I had no idea green tea fights high cholesterol and Alzheimer’s! How interesting.

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on June 28, 2017 9:09 am

        And many other things, according to the studies!

        Reply
    8. Taylor Kiser on June 27, 2017 6:56 pm

      This looks so creamy and delicious! Super easy too with only 5 ingredients! Can’t wait to try this green tea ice cream!

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on June 28, 2017 9:08 am

        I’m all about easy! I hope you do get the chance to try it Taylor!

        Reply
    9. Katherine on June 27, 2017 9:14 am

      This looks so delicious! I can’t wait to make this for my partner!

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on June 28, 2017 9:11 am

        Awesome! I hope you both enjoy the recipe Katherine!

        Reply
      • Jennifer Klein on May 9, 2021 12:10 pm

        My daughter has stage for terminal cancer and I just want to thank you for posting the dairy free green ice cream. Because that is her favorite every time she goes in to restaurant but now she can’t get it.

        Reply
        • Alisa Fleming on May 9, 2021 4:06 pm

          I’m so sorry to hear about your daughter Jennifer. I hope that this recipe brings a smile to both of you.

          Reply
    10. Anonymous on June 27, 2017 7:33 am

      This recipe is incomplete. After step #5, how does one turn the hot green tea mixture into the ice cream? should one pour the mix into an ice cream maker? Is this mix suitable to freeze in a pan and afterwards “fluffing” the iced mixture in a blender?

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on June 27, 2017 7:43 am

        I think we crossed paths! I did update it just before you commented, but it may have been pulling a cached page for you. I cleared the cache so you should see the full recipe now. Sorry about that!

        Reply
    11. Trinity Bourne on June 27, 2017 6:54 am

      Really into ice cream at the minute.
      Your combo here sounds totally fab!
      Yum.
      x

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on June 27, 2017 7:24 am

        Thanks Trinity!

        Reply
    12. Holly B on June 27, 2017 5:53 am

      What did you do after the mixing? Did you put it in an ice cream maker or did you just freeze it?

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on June 27, 2017 7:22 am

        Yikes! That’s an important step to miss. I’ve updated the directions – thanks Holly!

        Reply
    13. Nicole Dawson on June 26, 2017 9:14 pm

      You are so right about how the cost of matcha & I’m loving how this looks with using only green tea. Can’t wait to try this.

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on June 27, 2017 7:23 am

        When we tested the matcha vs the green tea, my husband and I both liked it better taste-wise, too! We both thought the matcha was more “harsh” in flavor.

        Reply
    14. Sarah on June 26, 2017 6:45 pm

      This looks so fresh and delicious. I like green tea but don’t have green tea ice cream too often. I think this would even be great with some fresh raspberries. Another simply delicious recipe Alisa!

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on June 27, 2017 7:24 am

        Ooh, yes, raspberries! that would be delicious and is a brilliant idea for a pop of color Sarah.

        Reply
    15. Jordan on June 26, 2017 4:16 pm

      I would have never thought to make green tea ice cream – how genius! I love green tea, so I bet this is amazing. 🙂

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on June 27, 2017 7:24 am

        This is definitely a delicious dessert for green tea lovers. I highly recommend it Jordan!

        Reply
    16. Laura on June 26, 2017 3:35 pm

      OoOoo I love this dairy-free ice cream! Such a refreshing way to enjoy green tea and perfect for summer days!

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on June 27, 2017 7:25 am

        I think so – thanks Laura!

        Reply
    17. Ginny McMeans on June 26, 2017 10:03 am

      I am so looking forward to making this recipe. Love green tea being added along with the dairy free milks.

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on June 27, 2017 7:25 am

        I hope you enjoy it Ginny! Creamy, dairy-free, and green tea really are an amazing trio of goodness 🙂

        Reply
    18. Jenn on June 26, 2017 8:15 am

      The color is beautiful! I’ve never had green tea ice cream, but it sounds delightful!

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on June 26, 2017 8:20 am

        If you like green tea, then you will love it Jenn! Definitely a must to try. The flavor actually goes better with coconut milk and cashew than dairy, I’ve heard!

        Reply
    19. Dianne on June 26, 2017 8:07 am

      I love how easy you’ve made it to whip up this yummy green tea treat at home!

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on June 26, 2017 8:20 am

        It’s SO easy Dianne. Homemade dairy-free ice cream is a summer essential.

        Reply
    20. Becky Striepe on June 26, 2017 8:04 am

      Ooh this looks so good! I love green tea flavors, and your ice cream looks so thick and creamy!

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on June 26, 2017 8:22 am

        I’m all about rich and creamy Becky. No reason to go without just because it’s dairy-free 🙂 Since you are into green tea, you will love this, I promise!

        Reply
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