Pineapple and Coconut Ice Cream Sundae
A tropical pineapple and coconut ice cream sundae made entirely in the Thermomix TM7. Tinned coconut milk and fresh pineapple are blended into a creamy, dairy-free ice cream, then layered with caramelised pineapple and a splash of rum. The precise temperature control prevents the coconut base from splitting, delivering silky results every time.
About this recipe
Pineapple and Coconut Ice Cream Sundae Thermomix TM7 brings a tropical piña colada inspired dessert straight to your kitchen. If you are searching for ice cream sundae recipes that need no churner or endless freezing trays, this all-in-one kitchen machine does the hard work. Tinned coconut milk and coconut milk powder are whipped into a silky, dairy-free base, while fresh pineapple and pineapple juice deliver a bright, tangy sweetness. The granulated sugar is caramelised under controlled heat, adding golden depth to the pineapple topping, and a dash of rum makes it feel festive. Layered in tall glasses, this creamy dessert with its contrast of cold ice cream and warm caramelised fruit is a showstopper for summer barbecues, birthdays or a relaxed weekend treat.
Preparation tips
- Chill the mixing bowl and your serving glasses in the freezer beforehand, as a cold bowl helps the coconut milk and coconut milk powder base thicken faster and gives the sundae a scoopable consistency.
- Reserve a few pieces of fresh pineapple before blending to use as garnish; their juicy bite contrasts beautifully with the caramelised pineapple topping and adds colour to the glasses.
- Skip the rum for a kid-friendly version and add a few drops of extra natural vanilla extract instead; toasted coconut flakes sprinkled on top give the same grown-up flair without alcohol.
Recipe variations
- Make it fully lactose-free and vegan by confirming your sugar is unrefined and skipping honey if used; the coconut milk base already contains no dairy, so the sundae stays creamy and entirely plant-based.
- For a festive winter variation, swap the pineapple juice for orange juice and add a pinch of ground cardamom to the coconut base, creating a spiced sundae that pairs wonderfully with caramelised pineapple and crushed biscuit crumbs.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- Weighing the granulated sugar directly into the bowl means the TM7 measures each sundae component to the gram with no extra scales
- The Thermomix grinds coconut milk powder into a fine, lump-free powder that dissolves evenly into the ice cream base
- Precise heating lets the TM7 caramelise the pineapple and sugar to a golden glaze without any burning
- Whipping the chilled coconut milk in the Thermomix creates a light, airy ice cream base in seconds
- Steaming fresh pineapple in the Varoma softens the fruit gently while its juices collect for the sundae sauce
Ingredients
- tinned coconut milk
- granulated sugar
- coconut milk powder
- natural vanilla extract
- rum (optional)
- granulated sugar
- vegan butter
- dark brown sugar
- natural vanilla extract
- plain flour