Cool & Creamy Keto Strawberry Ice Cream 🍓
Indulge in this delicious and healthy keto-friendly strawberry ice cream. With fresh strawberries, creamy coconut and cream cheese, it's the perfect no-churn summer treat!
Equipment
- High-Speed Blender
- Large Chilled Bowl
- Freezer-safe container
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups fresh or frozen strawberries hulled
- 8 ounces full-fat cream cheese softened (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1 can chilled full-fat coconut cream 13.5-ounce, ensure no gums or fillers
- 1 teaspoon vodka optional (helps with smoothness)
- 1.5 cups heavy whipping cream (or an additional can of coconut cream for dairy-free)
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1/3 to 1/2 cup powdered monk fruit sweetener divided (adjust to your taste preference)
Instructions
- Blend the Berry Base: In a high-speed blender, combine the strawberries and ¼ cup of the monk fruit sweetener. Blend until mostly smooth, leaving a few small strawberry pieces if you like texture. Add the softened cream cheese and blend again until well combined and creamy. Pour in the chilled coconut cream and, if using, the vodka. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth and looks luxurious.
- Whip the Cream: In a separate large, chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream (or the additional coconut cream for a dairy-free option) with the remaining monk fruit sweetener and pure vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. This means the cream will hold its shape firmly.
- Gently Combine: Carefully fold the whipped cream into the blended strawberry-coconut cream mixture until just combined. Be gentle to maintain that lovely airy texture!
- Freeze to Perfection: Scrape the delightful ice cream mixture into a freezer-safe container. For the creamiest result (without an ice cream maker), stir the mixture every 30 minutes for the first 2-3 hours, then every hour or so for the next 2 hours. This simple step helps prevent large ice crystals. If you prefer to use an ice cream maker, churn it according to the manufacturer's instructions before transferring to a freezer container.
- Serve & Enjoy: Allow the ice cream to sit out at room temperature for about 10-15 minutes before scooping. This lets it soften slightly for the perfect, creamy texture. Dig in and savor this healthy summer treat!
Notes
Feel free to adjust the amount of monk fruit sweetener to your personal taste. If opting for a dairy-free version, ensure all dairy ingredients are swapped with suitable alternatives.
Nutrition Information (per serving): Calories: 130, Total Carbs: 3g, Net Carbs: 2g, Fats: 13g, Protein: 2g.
