Avocado-Key Lime Pie Ice Cream

Vegetarian
Avocado-Key Lime Pie Ice Cream
180 min.
15
150kcal

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Indulge in a delightful twist on a classic dessert with our Avocado-Key Lime Pie Ice Cream! This vegetarian treat combines the creamy richness of avocado with the zesty brightness of fresh Key lime juice, creating a refreshing and unique flavor profile that is sure to impress your taste buds. Perfect for warm days or as a sweet ending to any meal, this ice cream is not only delicious but also surprisingly light, with just 150 calories per serving.

Imagine the smooth, velvety texture of this ice cream melting in your mouth, complemented by the crunch of coarsely crumbled graham crackers that evoke the essence of a traditional Key lime pie. The addition of cream cheese and buttermilk enhances the creaminess, while a hint of vanilla bean paste rounds out the flavors beautifully. Whether you're hosting a summer gathering or simply treating yourself, this dessert is a crowd-pleaser that will leave everyone asking for seconds.

And for an extra special touch, consider pairing this ice cream with soft-baked White Chocolate-Macadamia Nut Cookies for a decadent ice cream sandwich experience. Wrap them up individually for a convenient treat that’s perfect for parties or a late-night snack. With a preparation time of just 180 minutes, you can easily whip up this delightful dessert and enjoy the sweet taste of summer all year round!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup buttermilk whole
  • oz cream cheese softened room temperature
  • 0.8 cup coarsely graham crackers crumbled
  • 1.5 cups half and half 
  • 0.3 cup key lime juice fresh
  • teaspoon lime zest 
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.8 cup sugar 
  • 1.5 teaspoons vanilla bean paste 

Equipment

  • blender
  • plastic wrap

Directions

  1. Process all ingredients except crumbled graham crackers in a blender 30 seconds or until very smooth. Cover and chill at least 2 hours or up to 2 days.
  2. Pour mixture into freezer container of a 1 1/2-qt. electric ice-cream maker, and freeze according to manufacturer's instructions. (Instructions and times may vary.)
  3. Stir coarsely crumbled graham crackers into prepared ice cream. Freeze 1 hour before serving.
  4. Serve immediately, or transfer to an airtight container, and freeze up to 1 week.
  5. *Vanilla extract may be substituted.
  6. THE COOKIE: White Chocolate-Macadamia Nut Cookies, soft-baked from your bakery, for towering ice-cream cookie sandwiches. Wrap the finished treats individually (and tightly) in plastic wrap, and keep on hand in the freezer for parties or snacks.

Nutrition Facts

Calories150kcal
Protein5.95%
Fat51.4%
Carbs42.65%

Properties

Glycemic Index
15.61
Glycemic Load
9.75
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
2.1500000040168%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.09mg
Hesperetin
0.42mg
Naringenin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:150.21kcal
7.51%
Fat:8.73g
13.44%
Saturated Fat:4.98g
31.11%
Carbohydrates:16.31g
5.44%
Net Carbohydrates:16.14g
5.87%
Sugar:13.34g
14.83%
Cholesterol:24.62mg
8.21%
Sodium:119.86mg
5.21%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.28g
4.55%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.4%
Vitamin A:304.01IU
6.08%
Phosphorus:55.65mg
5.56%
Calcium:54.04mg
5.4%
Selenium:2.44µg
3.48%
Potassium:75.73mg
2.16%
Zinc:0.29mg
1.95%
Vitamin B12:0.12µg
1.93%
Vitamin B5:0.19mg
1.92%
Magnesium:7.57mg
1.89%
Vitamin C:1.47mg
1.78%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.72%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.48%
Vitamin E:0.21mg
1.37%
Iron:0.23mg
1.26%
Folate:4.97µg
1.24%
Vitamin B3:0.22mg
1.12%
Source:My Recipes