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. Recipe created by Tracey of The Naked Diabetic
Indulge your sweet tooth without the sugar! This rich and creamy sugar-free chocolate ice cream is a dream come true for low-carb and diabetic-friendly diets. Made with real cocoa and our favourite sugar substitute, it delivers all the decadent flavour of classic chocolate ice cream—without the guilt.
Ingredients List
- Heavy Cream – 2 cups
- Whole milk – 1 cup
- Unsweetened Dark Cocoa Powder – 1/2 cup
- Splenda Granulated Sweetener – 1/2 cup
- Vanilla Extract
- Walden Farms Chocolate syrup – 1/4 cup
Special Equipment
- Cuisinart Ice Cream Maker (or other brand of Ice Cream Maker)
- Ice Cream Container
How to Make Sugar Free Chocolate Ice Cream
Freeze the freezer bowl according to instructions. The Cuisinart Pure Indulgence is best placed in the freezer overnight.
1 – Sift the cocoa powder.
2 – In a small saucepan, heat the milk.
3 – Add the sweetener and cocoa powder and whisk until it looks like chocolate milk.
4 – Remove from the heat and stir in the Walden Farms syrup.
5 – Whisk in the cream and vanilla extract, and then chill for at least 2 hours or overnight.
6 – Insert the freezer bowl into the ice cream maker. (or follow manufacturer instructions)
7 – Attach the churn paddle and lid and turn the machine on.
8 – Whisk the cold mixture and pour it into the freezer bowl.
9 – Churn for up to 30 minutes or until it resembles a very thick soft serve ice cream.
10 – Scoop and serve or freeze for 20-30 minutes before serving for harder ice cream.
Store in an airtight freezer container.
Sugar Free Chocolate Ice Cream Recipe
Sugar Free Chocolate Ice Cream Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups Heavy Cream
- 1 1/2 cup Whole Milk
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1/4 cup Walden Farms Chocolate Syrup
- 1/3 cup Unsweetened Cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup Splenda Granulated Sweetener.
Instructions
- Sift the cocoa powder.
- Heat the milk in a small saucepan until it is just starting to simmer and reduce the heat. (do not boil)
- Whisk in the sweetener and cocoa powder. Whisk vigorously to remove any lumps.
- Remove the pan from the heat and whisk in the Walden Farms syrup.
- Whisk in the cream and vanilla extract.
- Chill for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Place freezer bowl into the ice cream maker (or follow your machine instructions)
- Insert the churn paddle and place the lid on it.
- Turn on the machine.
- Give the mixture a quick whisk and then slowly pour it into the machine.
- Churn for approximately 30 minutes or until the consistency resembles a thick soft serve ice cream
- Serve immediately or place into an ice cream container and freeze.
- Freeze for about 20-30 minutes for a harder scoopable ice cream.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is provided as a courtesy and is automatically calculated using an online nutrition calculator. We encourage you to calculate nutrition data with your specific brand ingredients as nutritional information can vary between brands
Helpful Tips and FAQs
Substitutions for Cocoa Powder
If you are looking for a viable substitute for the cocoa powder, Sugar-Free Chocolate Jello Pudding Powder works great. It makes a very creamy sugar-free chocolate ice cream.
If using the sugar-free jello powder, do not add it to the mixture when chilling in the fridge, as it will turn into a pudding. Chill the milk and cream mixture, then whisk it for a few minutes before adding it to the freezer bowl.
Sweetener Substitutions
I use Splenda granulated whenever possible as it does not negatively impact my blood sugar. I find that sweeteners that contain sugar alcohols cause my blood sugar to rise. If this is not a concern for you, or you have a preferred sweetener, feel free to make substitutions that suit your preferences and dietary needs. Keep in mind that substituting the sweetener may change the overall nutritional information.
Walden Farms Substitutions
I recommend Walden Farms as it is <1gr carb per serving; however, if you are unable to find it or have a preference, alter the nutritional information accordingly.
Storing Instructions
Store sugar free chocolate ice cream in an airtight freezer container for up to one month.
Serving Recommendations
This sugar free chocolate ice cream does not have stabilizers or preservatives. Allow extra time for thawing before serving, and for the best flavour, devour it within 2 to 3 weeks.
When serving, top with sugar free candied pecans and a little Walden Farms Chocolate Syrup drizzled over top for an amazing diabetic friendly treat!
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