Heart-Healthy Keto Vanilla Ice Cream
Indulge in the creamy, luscious delight of Heart-Healthy Keto Vanilla Ice Cream—a low-carb treat that satisfies your sweet tooth without compromising on wellness. This guilt-free recipe combines full-fat coconut milk, rich heavy cream, and the natural sweetness of erythritol to create a dessert that's not only keto-friendly but also heart-conscious. Enhanced with pure vanilla extract and velvety egg yolks, this ice cream boasts a luxurious, custard-like texture that’s churned to perfection. With simple ingredients and an easy-to-follow method, this homemade goodness is free from artificial additives, making it a wholesome alternative to store-bought versions. Serve it straight from the freezer or topped with your favorite keto-friendly garnishes for a refreshing dessert perfect for any occasion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 13.5 oz Coconut milk (full-fat, canned)
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Erythritol
- 1 tablespoon Pure vanilla extract
- 4 large Egg yolks
- 0.125 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Place a medium saucepan over medium heat and add the coconut milk, heavy cream, and erythritol. Whisk together until thoroughly combined.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to ensure the erythritol fully dissolves. Do not allow the mixture to boil.
In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks.
Slowly pour about 1/2 cup of the hot milk mixture into the egg yolks, whisking constantly to temper the eggs.
Pour the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining hot milk, continuing to whisk until smooth.
Cook the mixture over low heat, stirring frequently, until it thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon (about 170-175°F or 77-79°C).
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
Pour the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a clean bowl to remove any lumps or curdled egg bits.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap, pressing it directly onto the surface of the custard to prevent a skin from forming. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or until completely cold.
Once chilled, churn the mixture in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions until it reaches the consistency of soft-serve ice cream.
Transfer the ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
Scoop and serve your Heart-Healthy Keto Vanilla Ice Cream as desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1938 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 189.4 g | 243% | |
| Saturated Fat | 135.2 g | 676% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 978 mg | 326% | |
| Sodium | 466 mg | 20% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 146.5 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.3 g | ||
| Protein | 19.6 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 152 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 13.8 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 1086 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
