Low Fat Chocolate Ice Cream
Indulge your chocolate cravings guilt-free with this velvety Low Fat Chocolate Ice Cream, an irresistibly creamy treat that’s perfect for health-conscious dessert lovers. Made with rich unsweetened cocoa powder, silky skim milk, and a touch of pure vanilla extract, this recipe offers all the decadent flavor of traditional chocolate ice cream but with a lighter, low-fat twist. A hint of cornstarch ensures a perfectly smooth texture, while optional dark chocolate chips add a luxurious touch for those looking to elevate the richness. With just 10 minutes of prep and simple ingredients, this homemade ice cream is a breeze to whip up—and no one will guess it’s low fat! Serve it solo or dress it up with your favorite toppings for a refreshing dessert that satisfies every sweet tooth without the added guilt.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cups Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 4 cups Skim milk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 cups Dark chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and cornstarch until well combined.
Gradually add 1 cup of skim milk to the dry ingredients, whisking continuously to form a smooth paste.
Pour the remaining 3 cups of skim milk into a medium saucepan and place it over medium heat.
Slowly add the cocoa mixture to the saucepan, whisking constantly to prevent lumps.
Cook the mixture, stirring frequently, until it thickens and just starts to bubble, about 10-15 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract. If desired, mix in the optional dark chocolate chips until melted and smooth.
Allow the mixture to cool completely to room temperature. To speed up the process, transfer it to a shallow dish and place it in the refrigerator for about 1 hour.
Once chilled, pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions until it reaches the desired consistency.
Transfer the churned ice cream to a freezer-safe container. Cover with a lid or plastic wrap and freeze for at least 2 hours to firm up.
Serve and enjoy your homemade low-fat chocolate ice cream!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1554 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.2 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.4 g | 102% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 29 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 402 mg | 17% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 320.3 g | 116% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 47.2 g | 169% | |
| Total Sugars | 227.2 g | ||
| Protein | 61.5 g | 123% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.7 mcg | 54% | |
| Calcium | 1474 mg | 113% | |
| Iron | 23.3 mg | 129% | |
| Potassium | 3782 mg | 80% | |
*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.
