This gluten free cookie dough ice cream tastes like the warm memories of summer sunshine and childhood pool days. My absolute favorite flavor of ice cream growing up was cookie dough and I haven’t had it since I developed food allergies several years ago. This version is so nostalgic and makes me so happy! It is incredibly easy, no-churn, gluten free and also vegan! Loaded with chunks of delicious, egg free cookie dough and rich chocolate chips, this vegan and dairy free ice cream is the perfect way to cool down on a hot day.
Forget complicated recipes and fancy equipment – this sweet and creamy treat comes together in just a few simple steps, no ice cream maker required! Everyone, from kids with allergies to grown-ups seeking a nostalgic taste, will love digging into spoonfuls of this delightful summery ice cream. Packed with bursts of chocolate and chewy cookie dough bites, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser! So ditch the store bought tubs and whip up a batch of this homemade goodness – your taste buds (and inner child) will thank you!
Why You’ll Love This Ice Cream
It’s allergy-friendly!
This ice cream is gluten free, dairy free and vegan.
It is easy to make!
This recipe does not require an ice cream maker.
It is packed with delicious cookie dough bites.
This is the perfect summer treat.
It is so fun to make homemade ice cream!
Equipment Needed
All you need to make this gluten free cookie dough ice cream is a high-blender, container/baking dish and measuring cups and spoons.
Ingredients Needed
Coconut Milk: Coconut milk makes this gluten free cookie dough ice cream so creamy and delicious.
Cashews: Cashews are a popular base for dairy free ice cream because they lend themselves well to creating a creamy texture similar to regular ice cream. I love the combination of cashew and coconut milk here!
Vanilla Extract: Vanilla extract adds delicious flavor to this gluten free cookie dough ice cream!
Sea Salt: The contrasting salty taste of sea salt actually makes the sweetness of the ice cream stand out more. This is similar to why people enjoy the combination of sweet and salty flavors in desserts like salted caramel or chocolate-covered pretzels.
Honey: Honey adds sweetness to this ice cream. Feel free to try maple syrup, agave or coconut sugar instead.
Cookie Dough Bites: Use store bought cookie dough bites or make your own. You can also add in regular cookies. Doubled my cookie dough recipe and froze it into little cookie dough balls.
Chocolate Chips: I used mini chocolate chips in this ice cream recipe! Feel free to use any kind of chocolate chips you love.
Step-By-Step Instructions
Step 1: Gather your ingredients.
Step 2: Combine coconut milk, cashews, sea salt, vanilla extract and honey in a high-speed blender. Blend until smooth.
Step 3: Pour mixture into container, add chocolate chips and cookie dough and freeze until hardened.
Step 4: Once hardened, remove from freezer, scoop and enjoy!
Storage
Store this gluten free cookie dough ice cream in the freezer in an airtight container for 3 months.
How to Serve
Serve this gluten free cookie dough ice cream in gluten free cones! You can also serve it in a cup and add additional toppings! Try adding fresh fruit, sprinkles, hot fudge, caramel, whipped cream, brownie pieces, pretzels, candy, chopped nuts or peanut butter.
Use your favorite gluten free cookies to make a cookie dough ice cream cookie sandwich. Double cookie sounds like my kind of dessert!
Use this ice cream in a parfait or ice cream float!
Top a warm brownie with this cookie dough ice cream!
Variations
Mix Ins: I added cookie dough and chocolate chips to this cookie dough ice cream. Feel free to add extra mix ins! Sprinkles, crushed cookies, caramel, white chocolate chips or hot fudge would be great additions too.
Sweetener: I used honey in this recipe but you can use any sweetener you desire. Try agave, maple syrup, sugar or coconut sugar.
Recipe FAQ
Is cookie dough ice cream gluten free?
Cookie dough ice cream is not typically gluten free. That’s why I created this version!
Can I use a different kind of milk?
I have only tried using coconut milk in this recipe but let me know if you try another type of milk!
Can I use store bought cookie dough for this?
If you can find store bought edible cookie dough that is gluten free, you can definitely use that!
What else can I add to this cookie dough ice cream?
Feel free to add sprinkles, crushed cookies, hot fudge, white chocolate chips, caramel or anything else your heart desires!
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Gluten Free Cookie Dough Ice Cream
Equipment
- 1 high-speed blender
- 1 container
- measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup cashews, soaked
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 dash sea salt
- 1/4 cup honey or sweetener
- 1 cup frozen cookie dough balls
- 1 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients.
- Combine coconut milk, cashews, sea salt, honey and vanilla extract in a high-speed blender.
- Pour mixture into container, add chocolate chips and cookie dough and freeze until hardened.
- Once hardened, remove from freezer, scoop and enjoy!
Where do you buy the gf cookie dough balls ? Thanks
For this recipe, I made them with my cookie dough recipe and froze them into balls! I will link the recipe in this comment but you can also use brands like Doughy, Deux or Sweet Loren’s! https://lesswithlaur.com/gluten-free-cookie-dough/