Coconut Berry Ice

This Coconut Berry Smoothie is one of my favourite icy treats during the warmer months. It combines the creamy richness of coconut with the sweet, tart flavour of berries, creating a deliciously refreshing smoothie or dessert that’s both healthy and satisfying.

Health Benefits of Coconut Berry Ice

This Coconut Berry Ice is more than just a tasty drink, it’s packed with health benefits. Coconut milk provides a rich source of healthy fats and essential nutrients, including potassium and magnesium. Berries are loaded with antioxidants, vitamins, and fibre, which support overall health and aid in digestion. The combination of these ingredients makes this treat a guilt-free way to satisfy your sweet tooth while boosting your nutrition.

Choosing the best ingredients

For the best results, use full-fat coconut milk for a creamy texture and richer flavour. Fresh or frozen berries (like raspberry, blueberry, strawberries or mixed berries) work well in this recipe, just make sure they’re ripe for the best taste. If you prefer a sweeter treat, you can add the sweetener of your choice like honey or maple syrup, but I often find that the natural sweetness of the berries is sufficient.

How to make Coconut Berry Ice

Making Coconut Berry Ice is simple and quick. Start by blending coconut milk and berries in a high speed blender until smooth. For added texture and goodness, you can mix in some chopped nuts or shredded coconut. Any leftovers can be placed into ice cube trays or silicone molds and freeze until solid. If you’re using ice cube trays, simply pop out the cubes and blend them again for a soft-serve texture.

Customising your coconut berry smoothie

Feel free to get creative with your coconut berry smoothie by experimenting with different fruit combinations or adding extras like chia seeds or a splash of vanilla extract. You can also layer the berry mixture with a coconut layer for a visually appealing and delicious twist.

Serving Suggestions

This Coconut Berry Ice is perfect on its own or top it with muesli or granola to make a delicious smoothie bowl. You can also serve it as a refreshing snack or dessert for kids and adults alike. Pour leftovers into popsicle moulds and store in the freezer.

Personal Experience with Coconut Berry Ice

This recipe holds a special place in my heart. Making it with my kids has become a cherished summer tradition. We love experimenting with different berries and flavours, and it’s always a hit at family gatherings. Not only is it a healthier alternative to store-bought ice creams, but it also brings a touch of homemade goodness to our summer days.

Vary this to suit your dietary needs

Check out the variations below the main recipe for tips on how to adapt it to your specific dietary needs. For a dairy-free or vegan option, swap the yoghurt for coconut yoghurt. If you’re nut-free, use ground linseed or chia seeds instead of almond meal. For a coconut-free version, replace the coconut water with your favourite nut milk. And if you’re looking to up the protein, add a scoop of your preferred whole foods protein powder.

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Coconut Berry Ice

Prep 5 minutes minutes

Total 5 minutes minutes

Serves: 2

This refreshing Coconut Berry Ice is the perfect, healthy treat for hot days! With just a few simple ingredients like coconut water, berries, and a touch of vanilla, you can whip up this icy snack in no time. It’s a great way to satisfy sweet cravings while staying nourished.

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Ingredients

• 350 ml coconut water
• 100 g berries (1 cup) fresh or frozen
• 1-2 tbsp LSA -or almond meal
• 1 tsp vanilla -powder, extract or essence

Optional extras

• 2 tbsp natural, Greek or coconut yoghurt
• 1 banana/s

Make a meal of it

• 2 tbsp homemade toasted muesli

Method

• Throw it all into a blender or food processor and process at the highest speed until smooth.
• If your berries are not frozen, add a little ice also.

Store

• Leftovers can be frozen into little cups or ice-block moulds for a snack another day.

Variations

Dairy-free and vegan

Replace the yoghurt with coconut yoghurt.

Nut-free

Use ground linseed or chia seeds instead.

Coconut-free

Replace the coconut water with nut milk.

Gluten-free

Omit the muesli or use a gluten-free muesli.

Add Protein

I often add a scoop of wholefoods protein powder. GoodnessMe have a fabulous selection of clean protein powders, you can take a look HERE.

 

I'd love to hear how you enjoy this refreshing smoothie. Post a comment or question below. 

Course: Drinks

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