Coconut Mango Ice Cream is a luscious, tropical dessert that captures the essence of summer in a creamy, refreshing scoop. Combining the rich, velvety flavor of coconut milk with the bright sweetness of ripe mangoes, this dairy-free treat is both indulgent and naturally vibrant. Whether you’re lounging by the pool or simply craving something light and fruity, Coconut Mango Ice Cream is the perfect way to cool down and treat yourself.
The magic begins with two simple ingredients: coconut milk and mango. Full-fat coconut milk provides the creamy base, adding a silky texture and subtle nutty flavor. Mango, often blended from fresh or frozen chunks, brings a naturally sweet and tangy taste that perfectly complements the richness of the coconut. A bit of sweetener, like honey, agave, or maple syrup, can be added depending on the ripeness of the mangoes and your personal preference.
What makes this ice cream even more appealing is that it’s often no-churn and vegan-friendly. After blending all the ingredients until smooth, the mixture can be poured into a container and frozen until firm. For an extra burst of flavor and texture, you can swirl in shredded coconut, lime zest, or chopped mango pieces before freezing.
The result is a dessert that’s creamy, refreshing, and full of tropical charm. Each bite delivers a cooling wave of coconut creaminess followed by the juicy brightness of mango—a combination that feels like a mini vacation. Serve it in bowls, cones, or even layered with fruit in parfait glasses for a beautiful presentation.
Coconut Mango Ice Cream isn’t just delicious, it’s also a healthier alternative to traditional ice cream. With no dairy, eggs, or heavy cream, it’s a lighter, plant-based option that doesn’t compromise on flavor. Perfect for vegans, lactose-intolerant guests, or anyone looking for a naturally sweet treat, it’s a dessert everyone can enjoy.
Ingredients
- 2 cups coconut milk
- 1 cup mango puree fresh or canned
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut optional
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the coconut milk, mango puree, sugar, and vanilla extract. Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved.
- Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
- If not using an ice cream maker, pour the mixture into a shallow dish and freeze. Stir the mixture every 30 minutes until it reaches a creamy consistency, about 4 hours.
- If desired, fold in the shredded coconut before the ice cream sets completely.
- Serve and enjoy!
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This ain’t ice cream, it’s just mushy mango! 😂
It’s ice cream, just using mango instead of dairy! Give it a try, it sounds delish! 😋
Easy recipe to follow, but the texture was off for me. Not as creamy as I hoped.
I get what you mean! Mine was a bit icy too. Maybe use less coconut milk next time?
Creaminess depends on how long you churn it. Did you leave it in long enough? Just curious!
I tried making this without an ice cream maker and it turned out too icy. Gonna get a maker now!
So easy! My kids helped and they loved it! We added some chocolate chips, yum!
I tried it but it didn’t turn out. Maybe I messed up. The texture was icy instead of creamy. Disappointing.
Wow, this has too much sugar, no? I mean, what about healthy eating?!
I was skeptical at first, but this recipe turned out great! Tangy and sweet!
Ehhh, it’s alright. I was expecting more I guess? Maybe I’m not a fan of coconut?
Why is the sugar needed? I thought coconut milk is sweet enough. Didn’t like this one.
Way too sweet for my taste… I’m not sure what I did wrong.
Is it really that easy? I doubt I can make it taste good. I’ll stick with store-bought.
Is coconut milk even good for ice cream? I don’t know, but it was alright.
I tried it but it came out too sweet for my taste. Maybe less sugar?
But it’s ice cream! Sweetness is kinda the point. Just enjoy it as is, lol!
I totally agree! I also find it too sweet sometimes. Maybe just half the sugar next time?
Can someone tell me if I can use almond milk instead? Asking for a friend.
Love this! Made it with extra coconut. YUMMM!!!
Yum! That’s a great idea to add more coconut! I’m gonna try that next time!
This sounds like vacation in a bowl 😍 The mango + coconut combo is perfect, and the instructions are super straightforward.
No ice cream maker here, so I did the shallow dish + stir every 30 minutes. It took forever but it was worth it. Next time I’ll try a wider container.
Honestly this sounds so good. I love that you still got it creamy without an ice cream maker—nice tip on using a wider container next time!
Not a big fan of coconut, but I guess I could tolerate it for the mango. Maybe I’ll skip the shredded part.
Meh, too sweet for my taste. Maybe less sugar next time? Also, is mango really a safe flavor for ice cream?
5/5 easy dessert. My kid ate it before we even “served” it 😅
We tried this once but ours got icy—maybe we didn’t stir every 30 mins enough. Still tasty tho, just not creamy like yours.
Hahaha that’s the best kind of review 😄 I’m impressed your kid had self-control long enough to let you “serve” anything!
Yum! I love me some mango flavor. Can’t wait to try it this weekend! 🍦
This ice cream is sooo creamy and delicious! I added some chopped mango on top when serving. Yum!
I totally agree! The mango on top is a game changer. It adds that extra freshness to the creaminess. Can’t wait to try it!
Just a suggestion, use fresh mangoes instead of canned. It’s way better! 👌
But isn’t canned mango easier? I dunno, might just stick to that.
Totally agree! Fresh mangoes have that real taste and sweetness. Can’t wait to try it!
Coconut and mango? What a combo! I added a bit of lime juice too. Just perfect for summer.
Mango with coconut? Sounds weird to me. I mean, that’s a lotta sweetness, right? 🤔
That sounds amazing! I love adding lime for that extra zing. Can’t wait to try this!
I added some lime zest and it was delicious! Perfect balance of flavors! 5 stars!
YUM! So creamy! I added a bit of lime zest and it was incredible!
Good recipe, but my kids didn’t like it. They prefer chocolate. Ugh, kids! 🙄
Absolutely delicious! The mango flavor is just perfect! Will definitely make again!
This ice cream is absolutely heavenly! The coconut and mango combo is to die for! 😍
This recipe is super easy! My kids loved it, and I felt like a pro making ice cream. Yum!
Mmm, so good!! Gonna make this for our family BBQ! Just hope it doesn’t melt too fast.
Sounds delicious! Just make sure to keep it cool. Maybe pack it in ice? Can’t wait to hear how it turns out!
Meh… it was okay, but I expected more mango flavor. Feels like a coconut flood.
Did you guys add egg? I read somewhere you shouldn’t mix coconut with egg.
Coconut milk? Sounds weird. I like regular dairy better but some folks love this stuff. 1 star.
This is the best ice cream ever! So creamy and delicious, I can’t get enough!
This ice cream is the best! I loved the coconut and mango combo. Will make again!
Absolutely! The coconut and mango combo is just heavenly. So glad you enjoyed it!
This is the best ice cream I’ve ever made! So creamy and tropical.
Meh, not that great. The ice cream turned out more icy than creamy, maybe I mixed it too much? Idk, not sure I’ll try again.
I’m skeptical that 2 cups coconut milk will freeze well without any cream/eggs. But hey, I’ll try it—could surprise me.
Not bad. But my coconut milk separated (maybe I used the wrong brand). Still tasted good, just looked kinda weird in the bowl.
Happens a lot with coconut milk—some brands are more “stable” than others. I’ve found shaking the carton really well (or warming it slightly) before mixing helps a ton.
Yummy! The addition of shredded coconut gave it a nice texture. Definitely making this again soon!
I don’t trust coconut milk. Is it really healthy? Just feels weird to make ice cream from milk that’s not from cows.
Honestly? It tasted too mild. Like, where’s the punch? I think I needed more mango puree or maybe more vanilla. Also, 4 hours is not enough if your freezer is slow.
Made this last night and it’s insanely good—tropical and super creamy. I used canned mango and it still tasted fresh. The vanilla really ties it together.
5 stars for sure! I used light coconut milk & it still turned out fabulous!
Did u need to churn it? I just froze it without that ice cream machine stuff and it worked! ^_^
I don’t have an ice cream maker. Can I just put it in a blender instead?
Not so much, I think it could use more fruit. Maybe double the mango? 🤔
I think you’re right! More mango would make it even better. 🍑
This recipe is amazing! The flavor of mango and coconut together is just perfect. I made it last weekend and it was a hit at the party!
Making this tonight! I’m so excited, I hope it turns out like the pic! 👍
I don’t have an ice cream maker and it didn’t freeze well for me. Any tips?
I think it needs more sugar or something. Mine didn’t freeze either but ice cream is hard to make, I guess.
You can try freezing the mixture in a shallow dish, then just remember to stir it every 30 mins. It helps get that creamy texture without a machine!
Mine didn’t get very creamy after 4 hours… it was more icy than ice-cream. I think I didn’t stir enough times.
I don’t have an ice cream maker, so I tried the freeze method… it didn’t work for me! Super icy texture. 🙁
Is it really that easy? I feel like I’m missing something. I might just stick to store-bought.
It’s super easy! You got this! Just follow the steps and you’ll be amazed!
WHAT IS MANGO? I just used banana and it was still yum!
Yum! I made this for a BBQ and everyone loved it! Will make again for sure!
Tried it but didn’t like the texture. Felt too creamy for my taste. 2 stars.
So easy to make! Even my kids helped, we had fun. Just make sure to get ripe mangoes for best flavor.
5 stars! I added toasted shredded coconut on top and it was like being on vacation. Super easy recipe too.
I tried it once but my sugar didn’t dissolve right away, so I just warmed it a little—still came out good. Question though: do you toast the coconut dry or with a bit of butter?
That toasted coconut sounds AMAZING. Like a tropical sundae vibe 😍 I’m totally trying this next batch!
Can u use frozen mango puree? Or is that not gonna work? 🤔
I dunno, I think fresh is always better. Frozen might change the taste, right? 🤷♂️
Yeah, you can totally use frozen mango puree! Just thaw it first. It’ll work fine! 🍦
This was sooo easy to make! My kids loved it! 🍦
I love coconut desserts, so I had high hopes. The flavor is great, but mine was a bit icy even though I stirred every 30 minutes. Next time I’ll probably freeze longer in a deeper container or adjust sugar.
Huh, I’ve made this and it never got icy for me. Did you use full-fat coconut milk? Also make sure the sugar is truly dissolved before freezing—mine chills smoother that way.
Yes! That “icy” texture is usually from either not churning long enough or the freezer being too cold. I’d try freezing it in a deeper, wider container *and* stirring a bit more often—every 15–20 min helped me.
I don’t have an ice cream maker. Can I just freeze it? It was a fail for me!
Why do you need sugar? Mango is already sweet! Makin it without sugar next time.
Coconut ice cream, who needs that? All I taste is sugar and coconut!
But isn’t sugar the main ingredient in a lot of ice cream? Coconut just gives it a unique flavor!
I think coconut ice cream is delicious! The sugar and coconut are what make it so good. Give it another try!
This is a great concept, but 1/2 cup sugar seems like a lot for canned mango (which is often sweet already). I’d cut it next time unless your mango is very tart.
I made this for my kids and they couldn’t get enough! Did not add the shredded coconut though.
I tried it but it turned out too icy, not creamy like I expected. What did I do wrong?
Maybe you didn’t stir it enough while it was freezing? That can make it icy instead of creamy. Try stirring it more often next time!
I wasn’t sure about using coconut milk instead of cream, but it turned out amazing! Will definitely make again.
Coconut milk is the bomb! 😍 Just made this for a party and everyone loved it, will definitely make again!
So yummy! 😋 The flavors are just right! Just perfect for summer days! 🌞
Isn’t mango an orange fruit? Don’t think it will taste good with coconut as per science. 🤔
Mango is actually a tropical fruit, not orange. But trust me, it goes really well with coconut! You should give it a try! 🍦
I don’t know, sounds weird! Mango and coconut? Like, science says they shouldn’t go together. 🤷♂️
This ice cream is pure bliss! So tropical and refreshing! Will make it an every week treat!
Honestly, I found it a bit too sweet for my taste. Maybe reduce the sugar next time?
This ice cream is amazing! I can’t believe how easy it was to make. 5/5!
Used my ice cream maker—texture came out like sorbet at first but after more freezing it turned creamy. Not perfect, but definitely worth repeating.
I made it with canned mango puree and it still turned out great. Used shredded coconut at the end and it added a nice texture.
I don’t have an ice cream maker, so I did the shallow dish method. It worked, but I had to stir more frequently than every 30 minutes because it froze fast at the edges.
I followed it exactly and it came out like frozen soup 😅 Maybe my mango puree was too watery. Any tips on thickening?
That sounds like the mixture didn’t get cold enough or had too much water—mango puree can vary a LOT. Next time, chill the base 1–2 hours before churning and use puree that’s thicker (or simmer it down a bit). You can also add a splash of coconut cream to boost fat and help it firm up.
Not sure about the sugar amount—felt a bit sweet to me, but maybe my mango was already very ripe. Still yummy though.
Totally get what you mean—ripe mango can make any ice cream taste sweeter than expected. Next time I’d try cutting the sugar to like 1/3 cup (or even 1/4 cup) and taste the base before churning. Still glad you liked it!