No-Churn Vanilla Bean Ice Cream with Caramel Swirls

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-24 · Updated 2026-05-24

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A creamy, dairy-free ice cream made with whipped coconut cream and vanilla bean, swirled with rich caramel sauce for a decadent finish. This American-inspired recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, layers coconut cream, coconut milk, vanilla bean into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 8, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Serves 8 American cuisine 250 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 can (14 oz) coconut cream
1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
1 (split and scraped) vanilla bean
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 tsp salt
1 cup (store-bought or homemade) caramel sauce
1/2 cup (optional) chopped walnuts
1/4 cup (optional) dark chocolate shavings
1/2 cup heavy cream

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Instructions

Step 1: In a large bowl, whip 1 can coconut cream and 1/2 cup heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Add 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 1/4 tsp salt, continuing to whip until fully incorporated.
Step 2: In a separate bowl, whisk 1 can coconut milk with the scraped vanilla bean and 1/2 cup granulated sugar until smooth. Fold this mixture into the whipped coconut cream until no streaks remain.
Step 3: Transfer the mixture to a freezer-safe container, cover, and freeze for 4 hours. After 2 hours, stir in 1 cup caramel sauce, then return to freeze until firm, about 2 hours more.
Step 4: To serve, scoop the ice cream into bowls or cones. Garnish with caramel sauce, chopped walnuts, and dark chocolate shavings.