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Keto 3-Ingredient Ice Cream

Indulge in a creamy, sugar-free delight with only three simple ingredients. This easy homemade ice cream is perfect for anyone following a keto or low-carb lifestyle. No ice cream maker required!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Additional Freezing Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 5 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servigns
Calories 210 kcal

Equipment

  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Whisk or hand mixer
  • Measuring cups & spoons
  • Freezer-safe container (with a lid)
  • (Optional) Ice cream maker

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups 475 ml heavy cream (or full-fat coconut cream for a dairy-free option)
  • ⅓ cup about 40 g powdered keto-friendly sweetener (e.g., allulose, powdered erythritol, or monk fruit blend)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or another flavor extract of your choice
  • Optional for improved texture:
  • ¼ teaspoon xanthan gum

Instructions
 

  • Combine Cream & Sweetener
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together the heavy cream (or coconut cream) and powdered sweetener until the sweetener is fully dissolved.
  • Optional: Sprinkle in the xanthan gum for a creamier result and to reduce ice crystals.
  • Add Flavor
  • Stir in the vanilla extract (or any other preferred extract).
  • Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness or flavor as needed.
  • Freeze (No-Churn Method)
  • Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container with a lid.
  • Cover and place in the freezer.
  • For best texture, remove the container from the freezer every 30–45 minutes for the first 2 hours and stir or whisk the mixture. This helps break up ice crystals.
  • Let it freeze for a total of at least 4 hours or until firm.
  • Serve & Enjoy
  • Before scooping, allow the ice cream to sit at room temperature for a couple of minutes to soften.
  • Scoop into bowls and enjoy a creamy, keto-friendly dessert.

Notes

Tips & Suggestions
  • Add Mix-Ins: Stir in sugar-free chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or unsweetened coconut flakes during the final minutes of churning (or after the second stir if no-churn).
  • Customize Flavors: Swap vanilla extract for mint, almond, or coconut extract. For a chocolate twist, whisk in 2 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder.
  • Dairy-Free Option: Substitute heavy cream with full-fat coconut cream. Make sure it’s unsweetened and well-chilled for the best texture.
  • Prevent Hard Freezing: Allulose tends to keep ice cream softer; if you use erythritol, you may need a few extra minutes at room temperature to achieve a scoopable texture.
  • Check Your Macros: Be mindful of net carbs if you add additional mix-ins like berries or nut butter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 2gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 25mg
Keyword keto ice cream, low cab dessert, no- churn ice cream, sugar gree ice cream
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Nutrition Disclaimer

Mom Keto by Emily Harper is not a dietician or nutritionist, and any nutritional information shared is an estimate. If calorie count and other nutritional values are important to you, we recommend running the ingredients through whichever online nutritional calculator you prefer. Calories can vary quite a bit depending on which brands were used.