Carob & Cherry Ice Cream is a fun, non-dairy, allergy-friendly treat for summer! Great option for people who are sensitive to chocolate.

OK, so you need this is in your life. I know, I know. We need to keep treats to a minimum, but we are human, even on the AIP or Paleo diet! And it’s summer! And because ICE CREAM! 😄
Equipment needed
To make this recipe, you will need two pieces of equipment: a blender and an ice cream maker. The ones I’ve linked here are the ones I use in my own kitchen. Nothing fancy. BTDubs, I don’t have any data on whether this recipe would work in a crank turn ice cream maker, but if you’re willing to try it and report back to this community, feel free!
One piece of equipment/gadget that is non-essential but will make your life easier is a cherry pitter. (I’m lucky enough to have the one that belonged to my grandmother.) It will save you time from having to dig out the pit before chopping the cherries.
A caveat and a tip
First, the caveat: As I usually do when I post a treat recipe, I feel the need to manage expectations… Please, gentle reader, don’t expect this to taste exactly like chocolate ice cream. I’ve made every effort to get us as close as possible, but…
Now, the tip: We found that the actual flavor of this ice cream is better when the texture is closer to soft-serve. If you serve it right away, you won’t have an issue. But if you put it in the freezer, it will get kind of an icy, dry texture, and the flavors won’t play with each other as well. Enjoy your treat just a liiiiiiiitle soft and mellow.
That’s it!
Happy summer!
💗,
Wendi
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