Low Carb, Sugar Free Vanilla Ice Cream {THM-S, Low Carb, Gluten Free, Sugar Free, Grain Free}
I recently bought an ice cream maker, (Cuisinart ICE-20 Automatic 1-1/2-Quart Ice Cream Maker, White ) and I must say it was a life-changing experience! The one I purchased was one of the newer ones – no salt or ice required, and my ice cream is ready in about 20 minutes! Now that’s what I’m talking about – creamy, delicious, guilt free ice cream in less than half an hour? Count me in!
When I was trying to find ice cream recipes, I kept seeing instructions like “refrigerate for four hours” or “place in refrigerator overnight.” I told my husband, “I can’t wait four hours for ice cream! I need some now!” (I know, I know, call me impatient if you must!)
Many low carb ice creams rely on cottage cheese and almond milk – and while those variations are good, I wanted a “real” ice cream texture and mouth feel. So, I headed to the kitchen, did some experimentation, and came up with this amazing recipe. I couldn’t believe it when I tasted it – it tastes like “real” (read sugar-laden) ice cream! I was in love!
Low Carb, Sugar Free Vanilla Ice Cream
{THM-S, Low Carb, Gluten Free, Sugar Free, Grain Free}
Recipe:
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/4 cup Half & Half
- 1/2 cup THM Gentle Sweet
- 1 Tbl vanilla
- 1 1/2 cups Heavy whipping cream
- 1 Tbl vegetable glycerin (optional – helps keep it “scoop-able”)
In a blender, blend the cottage cheese and half & half until completely smooth. This step is very important – nobody wants cottage cheese lumps in their ice cream – Gross! Add remaining ingredients and process until smooth. Pour into your ice cream maker and process according to manufacturers instructions (mine only took about 25 minutes). Transfer to a freezer safe container and keep airtight in the freezer. If you do not add the vegetable glycerin, you will want to set the ice cream on the counter for a few minutes to soften.
That’s it! 30 minutes, and you can have your own delicious, sweet, creamy homemade ice cream! (Guilt-free, too!) The add-ins or toppings are endless! We like to top our with this AMAZING caramel sauce!
And maybe a few Lily’s chocolate chips!
This would also be delicious with Easy Berry Syrup/Sauce {THM-FP, Sugar free, Gluten free, Low Carb}
Check out my chocolate ice cream recipe!
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Links below are to THM Gentle Sweet (The recommended sweetener), the ice cream maker I use, the recommended (but optional) vegetable glycerin, and a handy dandy ice cream tub in which to keep your frozen goodies!
What is TMsweet and how many carbs Ina serving and how many servings does this make?
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THM (Trim Healthy Mama) Gentle Sweet is a low glycemic sweetener made with a blend of xylitol, erythritol, and stevia. I added a link above where you can view the product on Amazon. This should make around 3 cups of ice cream, giving you 6 1/2 cup servings with 2 net carbs each. Thank you for your questions!
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What could you use instead of THM? and would you use the same amount?
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I’m assuming you mean the THM Gentle Sweet? You can find a recipe to make your own here – http://joyfilledeats.com/trim-healthy-mama-gentle-sweet-substitute/
Or you can just substitute 1/2 cup of your favorite sweetener. 🙂
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Ok. Thank you. This looks great!
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I’ve made this once, and getting ready to make it again. I subbed the cottage cheese for yogurt. It turns out great!
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Wonderful! Thanks for letting me know! I’m so glad you like it!
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Hi I’m just wondering what half and half is in this recipe?
Thanks heaps
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Half and half is most often used as a creamer in coffee. It is half milk and half cream, I believe. 🙂
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Could I substitute olive oil for glycerine oil?
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No, thy are completely different. I don’t think olive oil would soften in the same way. The good news is that you do not have to have the glycerin to make the ice cream. Just omit the glycerin and let the ice cream sit on the counter for a bit to soften before you scoop it.
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