No-Churn Keto Ice Cream (A Master Recipe, 6 Ways!)

vanilla bean (i.e. pod) (or more vanilla extract)

full fat coconut milk (*)

xylitol (erythritol, to taste*)

kosher salt

xanthan gum (or 3/4 teaspoon arrowroot flour if paleo&**)

heavy whipping cream (or chilled coconut cream (see notes)*)

vanilla extract (up to 4 or 6 teaspoons if not using a vanilla pod)

vodka, brandy or booze of choice (omit if using the larger quantity of vanilla extract****)

cocoa powder (for chocolate ice cream)

espresso powder (for coffee ice cream)

fresh berries (for fruity ice cream)

'oreo' cookie crumbs (for cookies and cream)

keto marshmallows (for rocky road ice cream)