Killer Virgin Cocojito Ice Cream

Killer Virgin Cocojito Ice Cream

I tried to make a lactose and alcohol free version of the famous cocktail and found that my family went crazy for this recipe. It is fantastically refreshing and addictive! Enjoy.
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  • Serves: 8 persons

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Combine water and sugar in a saucepan; bring to a boil, stirring until sugar is completely dissolved and syrup forms, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat, stir 1 cup mint leaves into mixture, and let steep for 30 minutes. Strain and discard leaves. Transfer syrup to refrigerator to cool completely.
  2. Step 2

    Blend coconut, remaining mint leaves, lime juice, and lime zest together in a blender until mint is minced and mixture is well-combined, about 1 minute.
  3. Step 3

    Stir coconut mixture, cooled syrup, and sparkling water together in a bowl.
  4. Step 4

    Pour mixture into an ice cream maker and freeze according to manufacturer's instructions.