Paleo Spanish Frozen Delight

Paleo Spanish Frozen Delight

Explore this indulgent Paleo-friendly frozen dessert that combines rich chocolate and creamy almond coconut ice cream with tangy strawberries in a unique layered presentation.

Time: Prep - 10 mins | Cook - 20 mins | Total - 30 mins
Servings: 6
Difficulty: Advanced
Cuisine: Spanish-Inspired Paleo Dessert

Allergens

None (except nuts for severe nut allergy sufferers)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup raw cacao powder 2 ripe avocados 1/2 cup coconut milk 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk 1/3 cup raw honey or maple syrup 1 tsp pure vanilla extract 1 pinch of sea salt 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved

Instructions

  1. In a blender, combine cacao powder, avocados, coconut milk, almond milk, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and sea salt until smooth and creamy.
  2. Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer's instructions until it reaches a soft serve consistency.
  3. In a separate bowl, gently toss the strawberries with 1/4 cup of honey or maple syrup.
  4. To assemble, layer half of the chocolate almond ice cream in a serving dish, followed by half of the honey coated strawberries, and then repeat the layers.
  5. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and a drizzle of raw cacao powder or a touch of edible gold leaf.

Chef’s Insight

This frozen delight captures the essence of Spanish summer with every luscious bite, transporting you straight to the Mediterranean coast.

Notes

This recipe uses raw cacao powder for a more intense chocolate flavor and added health benefits.

Cultural or Historical Background

The combination of chocolate and strawberries is a popular pairing in Spanish desserts, celebrating local ingredients and flavors.