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Ube Ice Cream: Why This Purple Treat Is Blowing Up Online

Scoop of ube ice cream in cone with tropical background
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This homemade ube ice cream is creamy, colorful, and packed with the rich, nutty flavor of purple yam. Made with just a few simple ingredients and no ice cream machine required, it’s a fun Filipino-inspired dessert that’s as stunning as it is delicious. Whether served solo or as part of halo-halo, this no-churn recipe delivers tropical vibes in every scoop.

  • Author: gadeserahmed
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours (or overnight)
  • Total Time: ~6 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Churn, Freezing
  • Cuisine: Filipino, Asian-Inspired
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

Scale

  • 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream (cold)

  • ¾ cup sweetened condensed milk

  • ½ cup ube halaya (purple yam jam) or mashed ube purée

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • Optional: 1 tablespoon coconut milk for extra creaminess

  • Optional: A pinch of sea salt

  • Optional: Ube extract (for stronger flavor and deeper color)

Instructions

  • Whip the cream

    • In a large mixing bowl, whip the cold heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Use a hand or stand mixer for best results.

    • Tip: Chill your bowl and beaters for better volume.

  • Mix the flavor base

    • In a separate bowl, combine ube halaya, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and coconut milk (if using). Mix until smooth and uniform.

  • Fold together

    • Gently fold the whipped cream into the ube mixture using a spatula. Don’t overmix — keep it light and airy.

  • Transfer to container

    • Pour the mixture into a loaf pan or freezer-safe container. Smooth the top with a spatula. Optional: Add swirls of ube halaya or sprinkle shredded coconut for texture.

  • Freeze

    • Cover with plastic wrap or a lid and freeze for at least 6 hours or overnight, until firm.

Notes

  • Scoop into cones or bowls with coconut flakes

  • Add to a halo-halo for a traditional Filipino twist

  • Pair with mochi, sweetened beans, or tropical fruits

Nutrition

Keywords: ube ice cream, purple yam dessert, Filipino ice cream, homemade ice cream, ube halaya, no churn ice cream, tropical desserts

Find it online: https://www.hightasty.com/ube-ice-cream/