Remember those golden childhood summers, when the ice cream truck’s jingle was the soundtrack of our happiest moments? We’re bringing back that joy with a creamy, dreamy vegan twist. This rich chocolate ice cream is studded with gooey plant-based marshmallows, crunchy almonds, and melty chocolate chunks. This makes the happiest scoops to grace a bowl or pile onto a cone. It’s everything we loved as kids, but free from dairy and full of fun.
If you’d like to immerse yourself in the simple pleasure of making (and devouring) this vegan rocky road ice cream, stick with us. Get ready to relive those carefree summer days, one delicious bite at a time.
Ready to turn your kitchen into an ice cream parlor? This vegan rocky road ice cream recipe is about to become your new favorite treat. With easy-to-find ingredients and no fancy equipment needed, it’s easier than catching the ice cream truck!
Ever wondered how to turn your basic pantry staples into pure, frozen magic? These creamy, dreamy, and oh-so-heavenly ingredients have your back. Get ready for your taste buds to be wowed once this mixture has chilled to perfection to experience the best vegan rocky road ice cream ever! Here’s what you’ll need:
Rocky road ice cream is all about that heavenly mix of chocolate, marshmallows, and nuts. But who says you can’t have a little fun with this classic? If you’re feeling adventurous, there are plenty of ways to put your own spin on this beloved treat without straying too far from its iconic flavor profile. Here are some fun and tasty ideas to get you started:
Making this vegan rocky road ice cream is simpler than you might think with the help of an ice cream maker. The whole process takes some time because things need to chill and freeze, but the actual hands-on work is minimal and totally worth every minute for the taste. We love this Cuisinart brand!
Be sure to scroll to the full recipe below for all the details, but here’s a basic rundown of what you’ll do:
Step 1: Advance Prep – Freeze your ice cream maker bowl for at least 24 hours before you begin.
Step 2: Blend the Base – Combine the coconut milk, cocoa powder, agave nectar, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt in a blender. Blend until completely smooth, then pour the mixture into a bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to chill.
Step 3: Churn to Perfection – Set up your ice cream maker with the fully-frozen canister, turn it on, and gently pour in the chilled chocolate mixture. Let the machine work its magic until the mixture thickens into a soft serve consistency. Follow your ice cream maker’s instructions for best results.
Step 4: Prepare the Mix-Ins – While the ice cream is churning, get your mix-ins ready. Measure out the vegan marshmallows, roughly chop the chocolate chips, slice or chop the almonds, and any other mix-ins that you’d like.
Step 5: Combine and Freeze – Once the ice cream reaches the right consistency, quickly transfer it to a storage container. It’s also helpful to have containers to store the ice cream in (we love these), but any Tupperware containers or silicone bags will work in a pinch.
Gently fold in the marshmallows, chocolate, and almonds. The ice cream will be soft, so work fast to mix everything evenly before placing it in the freezer.
Ready to elevate your ice cream game? We’ve got some handy tips and tricks that will ensure a perfectly creamy and luscious vegan rocky road ice cream.
No, Baskin Robbins’ traditional Rocky Road ice cream is not vegan. It contains dairy and non-vegan marshmallows, so it isn’t suitable for a vegan diet. These vegan-friendly menu items offer some great options!
Vegan non-dairy ice cream is typically made from plant-based milks such as coconut, almond, cashew, or soy milk. It also includes other ingredients like sweeteners, stabilizers, and various flavorings to mimic the creamy texture and taste of traditional ice cream.
Traditional Rocky Road ice cream is not vegan as it contains dairy and non-vegan marshmallows, which contain gelatin. However, vegan versions can be made using plant-based milk, vegan marshmallows, and dairy-free chocolate.
If you make this vegan rocky road ice cream recipe, please leave a star rating and let me know what you think in the comments below! I love reading your comments!
We want to thank our amazing recipe testers Taylor Gillespi and Aubree Summers for helping us perfect this recipe!
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Can I use something besides agave?
You can use pure maple syrup instead of agave syrup 🙂
Can you replace the coconut milk with oat milk? I’m allergic to coconut so that makes a lot of vegan recipes a trial and error expirament, especially things like ice cream.
Hi Kate! Yes, usually, plant-based milks are interchangeable in recipes. The only thing to look out for is perhaps using a dairy-free milk with a similar texture. Oat milk and coconut milk are both creamy and have a thicker consistency, so it’s a good swap. Good luck!
Thank you for your quick reply!
Hello, I did make this with the agave syrup and wow this is an amazing recipe. I would recommend this to anyone vegan or not. Super rich and better than dairy rocky road that I remember eating a long time ago. Thanks for sharing your recipe with us.
So yummy homemade ice cream
I want to eat this every day!
Me, too! The more chunks, the better! lol
This recipe is sooooo good! I love it!
I love this Vegan Rocky Road so much – just the perfect amount of chocolate and creamy sweetness!
this vegan rocky road turned out sooo good! so sweet and the texture was spot on!
Awesome! So glad you liked it, Andrea!
Such a delicious ice cream recipe!!
Isn’t it the best?
I DREAM about this delicious ice cream!! A must-make!!
I’m glad I don’t make it too often because I would eat it all day long…lol!
Super tasty and easy to make. Thanks for the tip on using a plastic tub
need this ice cream asap!
I need an ice cream maker asap! This sounds so good and looks crazy delicious. Saved for future usage!!
One of my favorite ice cream recipes ever. I keep mini Dandies vegan marshmallows on hand specifically for this!
Best ice cream base ever!
Ever since I went vegan, this ice cream has been one of my cravings! It tastes amazing!
I love any ice cream that has yummy treats added to it – especially anything that has a different texture. The marshmallows add such a lovely, squishy element and the nuts add the perfect crunch. Plus, ice cream is ALWAYS better with chocolate bits! The BEST ice cream I’ve had in a while!
How is one can of coconut cream? 400ml ? What should be the fat % of the cream to be used in the icecream?
I’ve been on such an ice cream making kick lately, and this is the BEST one I’ve made yet! Soooo good, I might have to make more this week, because it doesn’t last long in our house.
I made a batch of this and we all devoured it! So good!