A delightful and fall friendly pumpkin coconut ice cream gets jazzed up with the addition of gingersnaps.
The weather in Chicago is getting crisper and crisper by the day, if not the minute. Blazers and light jackets have been replaced but my fall coat and tons of layers. I realize each time I step out that the breeze is much harsher than I’m ready for. The other day as I threw on my scarf, I thought about how awesome summer was and how I just need to keep a bit of it in my heart when I’m freezing my butt off outside.
Unlike some people, I eat ice cream all year round. I crave it all the time whether its 90 degrees or 10 below. I figure if its cold, I can snuggle up on the couch with a warm blanket and blast the heat as I enjoy a bowl.
About 10 years ago, I started looking forward to all things pumpkin especially ice cream in the fall. I think pumpkin ice cream was a game changer in my life. The flavor is undeniable, and the warm spices throughout are sensational in my eyes. This pumpkin coconut ice cream with gingersnaps is a way to blend fall with my summer longings in a way that satisfies me like no other.
This recipe is similar to my full dairy ice cream recipes on the site but I replaced the heavy cream and half and half with coconut milk. Not only do I adore coconut milk ice creams but I find it a bit less harsh on my sinuses. I have always had a slight intolerance of milk so this helps me a ton.
I finished this ice cream with some ground gingersnaps and drizzled a little bit of maple syrup over my scoops. This pumpkin coconut ice cream reminds me of the fall rendition of classic cookies and cream. It was everything I wanted and more. I curled up quite a few times on my couch and got cozy with this recipe.
- 3 large eggs
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1½-3/4 cups granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 cup canned pumpkin
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice
- 4 cups coconut milk
- 1/2 - 1 cup gingersnaps chopped
- Optional: maple syrup as garnish
- Whisk eggs and egg yolks in a medium sized bowl. Next add both sugars, pumpkin, vanilla extract and pumpkin spice to the bowl and whisk together. Set aside.
- Add coconut milk to a medium pot and heat to boiling level. Remove from heat.
- Slowly add three tablespoons of the hot milk to the egg mixture to temper it and whisk together to combine. Then slowly add in the rest of the milk and continue whisk the entire time to make sure it doesn't scramble. Whisk briskly until the custard is completely smooth.
- Place the custard in the refrigerator for 5-8 hours or overnight to chill completely.
- Add mixture to your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- Once ice cream is done churning, alternate adding ice cream and gingersnap pieces to freezer safe container.
- Freeze for at least 3-4 hours then serve. Store in freezer when not serving. Best eaten within 3-4 days of making. Drizzle maple syrup on servings if desired.
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I love everything about this! I love ice cream all year round! I especially love the fact that you used coconut milk instead of heavy cream! I will try this for sure! ?
Ice cream is my favorite summertime dessert but i have never tried with gingersnap before. How creative 🙂
Thanks so much Brian!
Next on my list is making pumpkin ice cream FOR SURE!
OMG, girl!! I had something similar flavor-wise at an ice cram shop in Seattle once (sans gingersnaps). I would love to recreate it at home- thanks for making that possible!
You know I eat ice cream all year round too. You live in windy Chicago and me in windy Rotterdam, The Netherlands! Who says ice cream can only be eaten in summer?!
The flavors of this one are gorgeous. I mean ginger snaps and maple syrup… I mean, hello! 🙂
YES!!!
When you say coconut milk, do you mean the drinkable stuff in a carton (like Silk) or do you mean the cooking stuff in a can?
Thanks! Can’t wait to make it myself.
Hi Nicole, I used the kind in the carton but for a thicker consistency you can also use the kind in the can. Enjoy!
Dee-lish Jocelyn! Hand over the ice cream scoop! I’m goin’ in!
The is just perfect for the season. I love my ice cream all year round too. I love that you’re using coconut milk here. And the ginger snaps and maple syrup… yum!
I eat ice cream year round too. This version looks fantastic!
Hi Jocelyn, I made this and it came out really well! This is by far the best pumpkin ice cream I have ever eaten. Glad I found this recipe. Thanks a lot for posting this recipe. 🙂
Thank you so much hon! I’m so glad you enjoyed it.
Ice cream all year round, baby! And this pumpkin ice cream recipe is a keeper. Pinning to try it soon!
This has me intrigued. I’m like you, I could eat ice cream in January. I love unique flavors. I’m going to have to give this a try!
J, I love this ice cream! what a great fall flavor combo and love that you used coconut milk!!!!
I lovelovelove the combo of pumpkin and coconut! And then with spicy gingersnaps? This flavor combo is TOTALLY rocking my taste buds!
Woot woot! Thanks hon!
Is it okay to be jealous of the cold weather because we’re sweating bullets here and this ice cream is perfection considering how hot it is here! Also, ice cream should never be a seasonal thing because obviously it is something that can be eaten year – round! Love the flavors here! Pumpkin + gingersnaps = perfection!
Nooo don’t ever be jealous of Chicago weather.
I’m with you, Jocelyn. Ice cream is a year-round treat! I always feel kind of proud when I’m the only person at the ice cream parlor in the middle of January. I might be shivering, but it’s delicious!
And these pics are gorgeous. This ice cream looks so incredible!
Same here. I will go in the cold too. Thank you.
I eat soup year round and I eat ice cream year round, too! I love that you combined coconut and pumpkin, and the gingersnaps just take this over the top!
Yes don’t you love ginersnaps? They make me happy.
I am soon looking forward to the fall weather in Chicago!! Also, if you have any of this ice cream leftover, save some for me!!
Hahahaha I will bring it with me to Blogher Food.
This flavor combo is amazing! And I can’t wait to feel the Chicago weather. 🙂 I’m packing LOTS of layers!
YES! Do it and I can’t wait to see you my pretty!
Glad you mentioned about weather in Chicago because I’m prepping for my trip there this week….and ice cream? My husband is all about ice cream and I’m pretty sure it runs in his family. This pumpkin ice cream is perfect to bring all the fun Fall creaminess to the next level. Yum!
Yes get ready for the weather which is so odd. I hope you have a great time here!
I can totally eat ice cream all year round too! This is the perfect kind for fall!
YES ice cream year round is necessary.
This ice cream looks unreal!
Thanks girlie!!
Here in Florida, we’re still having 80 degree days, so ice cream is definitely on the menu! This pumpkin version is the perfect way to add some Fall flavors to this treat 🙂
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Thank you Dani! And I wish I had some of your weather.
I eat Ice Cream all year as well, girlfriend! And this ice cream is just perfect for fall! LOVE the pumpkin and coconut combination! Plus gingersnaps? Gahh! SO YUM! Cheers!
YES!!!
You know how I feel about coconut and pumpkin!!!! I am in love 🙂
I totally know girlfriend. Thanks hon!
Loving your version, honey bunches. Let’s have an ice cream party!
Let’s do it boo! Ice cream parties are the word!
You can never go wrong with ice cream. It’s great any time of year! I’ve yet to try a pumpkin flavored one. But this one is calling my name. Love that you used coconut milk!!
Thanks hon! You are so right! Ice cream all year round is necessary.
Like you, I eat ice cream year-round (and especially on chilly days!). You and I must have a similar ice cream palette – I just went out for ice cream with my family last night and I got the pumpkin gingersnap flavor! Love that you recreated it for me a few hours later and subbed the dairy with coconut milk!!
YES!