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Caramel Frozen Yogurt (Vegan)

This caramel coffee frozen yogurt is thick, ultra creamy, and not only tastes good but is beneficial for your gut as well! Dessert with benefits! This recipe can be made with coconut yogurt to keep it vegan or you can use greek yogurt for a higher protein option! This is made in an ice cream maker for the best, creamiest results!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Churn time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 5

Equipment

  • Ice Cream Maker

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups THICK Coconut Yogurt *can sub thick greek yogurt
  • 3/4 cup canned coconut milk *See notes
  • 1 cup packed, pitted medjool dates *soaked in hot water for 15 mins if they aren't soft.
  • 1 tsp instant espresso powder *optional
  • 2 tbsp coconut sugar *Totally optional. Adds an extra caramel flavor & a bit more sweetness, if needed!
  • 1 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • good pinch sea salt
  • handful chocolate chips *optional

Instructions
 

Ice cream machine method

  • Place the bowl of your ice cream maker in the freezer the night before.
  • When you're ready to make the frozen yogurt, add all of the ingredients besides the chocolate chips (or other mix-ins you're using) in a high powered blender, until smooth. Taste and adjust as you'd like. Add in the mix-ins.
  • Remove the bowl from the freezer and place on your ice cream maker. Get it ready to churn and turn it on, according to your makers instructions.
  • Once on, pour the frozen yogurt mixture in. Let it churn for 20-25 minutes until super thick.
  • Enjoy immediately or store in a glass container with a lid, in the freezer.
  • Let it thaw for 5-10 minutes before eating for the best texture.

Ninja Creami method

  • The night before, blend all the ingredients in a blender until smooth. Divide the ice cream mixture amongst 2-3 three Ninja Creami Pints (depending on how large yours are).
  • The next day, when you're ready to make, use the "light ice cream" setting. Then re-blend again once it's done. You can repeat this once more if needed. I also find it blends easier if you leave the pints out to thaw for 10 minutes prior to blending the first time!

Notes

*Use the cream that is settled to the top of the can and then any of the milk needed to make 3/4 cup.
**I recommend the brands CocoJune and Culina for coconut yogurt.
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