This creamy rich Vegan White Russian Ice Cream is perfect for Valentine's Day or date night. No ice cream maker needed!
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I am a big fan of White Russians. I made a Vegan White Russian a while back that I fell in love with.
I used Kahlúa Midnight instead of the original Kahlúa because it has a stronger taste and higher alcohol content.
With Valentine's Day a few days away, I thought this would be the perfect time to post this recipe.
This is truly an adult coconut vegan ice cream with a kick. It would work well in a cocktail float or vegan coffee float as well.
Another vegan ice cream is my Homemade Vegan Vanilla Ice Cream Recipe.
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What is a White Russian?
A White Russian cocktail is usually made with cream, coffee liqueur, and vodka. Ever since going vegan sixteen years ago, I have been making them with coconut milk or soy creamer.
So I thought, why not make a Vegan White Russian Ice Cream? This has more coconut milk than the cocktail, to keep it rich and creamy.
My favorite way to eat this is with chocolate chips. The coffee liqueur, chocolate, and coconut are a perfect combination. Chocolate syrup would be good on this as well.
To make this Vegan White Russian Ice Cream, you don't need an ice cream maker. This cocktail has creamy coconut milk and alcohol it is smooth and creamy.
When I made Cucumber Mint Sorbet, I learned that adding a touch of alcohol makes the sorbet softer and easier to scoop.
I made this recipe several times with variations each time. The first time I added brewed coffee. It was only ¼ cup, but it created ice crystals because of the water.
So I ended up using an instant coffee instead. You could use brewed coffee if you are using this in a float or slushy, but if you want a creamy ice cream texture, I would stick with instant coffee.
❤️ Why You'll Love It
- It is sweet, rich, and creamy.
- It's made in minutes. It's waiting for it to freeze that takes patience.
- You don't need an ice cream maker.
🧾 Ingredients
- Coconut cream or coconut milk: Adds a rich creamy flavor. Coconut cream has less liquid, which will give you better results. You can make your own coconut cream or buy it. To make it place coconut milk in the fridge several hours overnight. Scoop off the coconut cream from the top of the liquid.
- Kahlúa Midnight: Gives the coffee liqueur flavor.
- Vodka: Is an ingredient in White Russians.
- Instant coffee: I used Starbucks' instant coffee. Use your favorite instant coffee.
- Chocolate chips (optional): For topping. You could also use dark chocolate baking chunks or chocolate syrup.
To see the full list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, see the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
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🔪 Instructions
Step 1: Place coconut cream or full-fat coconut milk, Kahlúa Midnight, vodka, and instant coffee, in a food processor or high speed blender.
Step 2: Blend until smooth and creamy. Freeze. Top with chocolate chips, if desired.
🍫 Toppings
- Chocolate chips
- Chocolate Covered Coffee Beans
- Chocolate Covered Cacao Nibs
- Vegan whipped cream
- Chocolate sauce
👩🏻🍳 Recipe FAQs
A White Russian cocktail is usually made with cream, coffee liqueur, and vodka.
Both are made with coffee liqueur and vodka, but the White Russian has cream added to it.
Other Vegan Ice Cream Recipes
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This no-churn ice cream is truly an adult treat. If you like a Vegan White Russian, I think you'll love this vegan ice cream!
📋 Recipe
Vegan White Russian Ice Cream
Equipment
Ingredients
- ¾ cup coconut cream or coconut milk
- ¼ cup Kahlúa Midnight*
- 1 oz. vodka
- 1 Starbuck's Via Columbia instant coffee packet or 1 ½ - 2 teaspoons instant coffee
- Chocolate chips to top
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients in a food processor and freeze overnight.
- Thaw slightly and mix with a spoon. Top with chocolate chips.
Notes
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Nutrition
*Note: Nutrition information should be considered an estimate only. Different nutrition calculators give you different results.
Ann says
Oh wow, this is SO good! And I really love the Kahlua Midnight!
Willow Moon says
Thanks Ann! Isn't the Kahlua Midnight delicious! I like it so much more than the original Kahlua!
Jen says
OMG. I've never made homemade ice cream before but if I do, it will definitely be vegan. Thank you for sharing this recipe. It sounds so delicious!
Willow Moon says
Frozen bananas make a wonderful vegan ice cream too! (No ice cream maker required for that one either.)
Banned Brooke says
I have a friend that has an annual Big Lebowski watching party where everyone drinks White Russians. This year I think I'm going to have to try my hand at this recipe and bring it to the party! It looks like it would be a hit.
Willow Moon says
That sounds like fun! It could be used in a float too!
Fan R says
Perfect for Valentine's Day, hope to make it tomorrow. It looks like pretty easy to make and without crazy ingredients!
Bidy Martin says
I LOVE coffee anything, this looks so delish! I may have to add this to my menu tomorrow! Thanks for the recipe!
Bidy
knittingrl says
Hey Willow, do you know approximately how much instant coffee is in one of those packs? I have a jar from TJ's I use for cooking with so I have to measure it out. Thanks! This looks amazing!
Willow Moon says
Sorry, I forgot to include a measurement! It's approx. 2 teaspoons, as I remember. Unfortunately, I don't have the Starbuck's brand right now, but I just measured another brand that I have, and it's 2 teaspoons, which I am almost positive is what Starbuck's was too. Also, the flavor may vary depending on which flavor you use as far as how strong of a coffee flavor you get.
Willow Moon says
I just looked up other recipes using the VIA packs, and they had anywhere from 1 to 1 1/2 teaspoons, but I thought it was closer to 2.
knittingrl says
Thanks!
Monica Bruno says
Wow, Willow, this makes my mouth water. I'll have to try it, maybe even for Valentine's Day.
Willow Moon says
Thanks Monica!
Rebecca Hubbell says
Oh my goodness, my husband would go crazy over this, he loves White Russians!
Willow Moon says
They are one of my favorite cocktails too!
Renee Nicole's Kitchen says
This sounds amazing! I love that it doesn't even require an ice cream maker.
Willow Moon says
I decided long ago that I only have limited space in the kitchen - so only the necessary gadgets! So now all my frozen desserts need to be made sans the ice cream maker!
immaculate says
Chocolate and Coffee are my two favorite things. It's getting pretty hot in my neck of the woods . This would be great to cool off on. Thanks for sharing!!!!
Willow Moon says
Coffee and chocolate are two of my favorite things as well!