Making homemade pineapple soft serve ice cream is a delightful and refreshing treat. Here’s a simple recipe that you can follow:
### Ingredients:
– 1 fresh pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into chunks (about 4 cups of pineapple chunks)
– 1/2 cup coconut milk (you can also use almond milk or regular milk)
– 2-3 tablespoons honey or agave syrup (adjust to taste)
– 1 teaspoon lemon juice
– A pinch of salt (optional)
### Instructions:
1. **Freeze the Pineapple Chunks**: Spread the pineapple chunks in a single layer on a baking sheet. Freeze them for at least 2-3 hours, or until they are completely frozen.
2. **Blend the Ingredients**: In a high-powered blender or food processor, add the frozen pineapple chunks, coconut milk, honey or agave syrup, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy. You might need to stop and scrape down the sides of the blender a few times to ensure everything is well combined.
3. **Adjust Consistency**: If the mixture is too thick, you can add a little more coconut milk (or your chosen milk) until you reach your desired soft serve consistency.
4. **Serve Immediately**: The pineapple soft serve ice cream is best enjoyed immediately after blending, as it has the perfect soft serve texture. If you prefer a firmer texture, you can transfer the mixture to a container and freeze it for an additional 30 minutes.
5. **Optional Toppings**: Serve your homemade pineapple soft serve ice cream with optional toppings like shredded coconut, fresh pineapple chunks, or a drizzle of honey.
### Tips:
– For a more intense pineapple flavor, you can add a few tablespoons of pineapple juice.
– If you don’t have a high-powered blender, you might need to let the pineapple chunks thaw slightly before blending.
Enjoy your homemade pineapple soft serve ice cream!
