Step 1

The night before: pop the cans of coconut milk or cream into the fridge to chill.

Step 2

Combine the dates and water in a food processor and let stand 5-10 minutes.

Step 3

Pulse and process until the dates are light and creamy. If you're using Medjool, it will only take a few minutes. Regular dates can take 8-10 minutes total.

Step 4

Zest the lemons.

Step 5

If you're using coconut milk, drain the liquid from the chilled coconut. Skip this step if you're using coconut cream.

Step 6

Beat or process the coconut until it's the consistency of whipped cream. (see notes for tips)

Step 7

Stir in the dates, lemon zest, maple syrup, lemon juice and clove.

Step 8

Taste and see if you'd like more maple syrup, or want to add stevia.

Step 9

Transfer to a freezer safe plastic container and freeze 2-3 hours before scooping.