17 Keto Ice Cream Recipes for a Low Carb Sweet Treat

Ice cream is just one of those things you can’t live without.

Sure, you can last a few weeks without picking any up from the store but the moment you get some, all the wonderful ice cream memories come rushing back.

And I don’t know about you, but I have the hardest time resisting eating the whole container in one sitting – pint or half gallon.

Since the store-bought versions are totally not good for you, especially when they’re so full of sugar and unknown ingredients, you really have to control your urges.

Or do you…?

To make this unhealthy addiction a little more healthy, and safe to eat while following a low carb keto diet, the best option is to make it yourself.

This way you know what exactly is going into it so you can control the sugar content and enjoy a sweet treat every now and then.

And would you believe me if I said these keto ice cream recipes make for awesome fat bombs?!

 

How to Make Keto Ice Cream

Believe it or not, ice cream really isn’t that difficult to make.

So before we get to the yummy keto ice cream recipes below, let’s go over the basics of making low carb ice cream.

 

The Mixing Machines

In order to make ice cream, you need a way to thoroughly mix all of the ingredients together. There are a few ways you can go about this so odds are you already have something on hand.

• Countertop blender: The cheapest way is to use a blender since it’s a kitchen gadget most people already own. Something like this Ninja Countertop Blender works very well.
• Immersion blender: If you don’t own a blender and want something cheaper, immersion blenders are relatively low in price and work very well for all sorts of things from cooking to baking to even making ice cream!
• Food processor: Another option is a relatively inexpensive food processor. These are quite similar to countertop blenders and are versatile in what they can make.
• Hand mixer: Some recipes also call for mixers, like this KitchenAid hand mixer. If you don’t have a stand mixer and don’t want to splurge on one, this is a great alternative.
• Stand mixer: And of course, the beloved KitchenAid stand mixer will mix your ice cream very well. This mixer is also very handy for the next step: churning your ice cream!

 

The Ice Cream Making Machines

After mixing all of the ice cream ingredients together, you have one of two options: to churn or not to churn.

Churned ice creams typically tend to be smoother and creamier – think Eddy’s Slow Churned style.

However, no churn ice cream is still delicious so if you don’t have the money to spend on an ice cream maker, you don’t need one.

In terms of ice cream makers, you can either get:

• KitchenAid Attachment: If you already have a KitchenAid stand mixer, or are thinking about getting one, there’s a KitchenAid Ice Cream Maker attachment you can hook up to your mixer.
• Ice Cream Maker: These bad boys actually aren’t that expensive so you can get this Cuisinart Ice Cream Maker for less than $45 (as of 12/13/2018).

Note: Both of the ice cream maker bowls need to be frozen solid before using so you’ll need to put the bowl in the freezer at least 24 hours before you need it.

If you end up choosing the no churn ice cream style, you might have to mix it every 30 minutes while it’s chilling in the freezer, but that’s no biggie.

 

17 Best Keto Ice Cream Recipes

Making ice cream obviously isn’t as easy as picking some up from the store. And having to wait for them to set as opposed to eating right after buying is a bummer.

But sometimes we have to make sacrifices for the things we love, and in this case, it’s making low carb ice cream and waiting for it to get firm.

Thankfully, it’ll all be worth it in the end. I promise.

So without further ado, these are the best keto diet ice cream recipes around and they’re all waiting for you to indulge in them.

 

1. Horsetracks Ice Cream

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Chocolate and peanut butter are the perfect combination which is why Moosetracks is such a popular ice cream flavor.

When, not if (because you’re definitely going to), you make this ice cream you have two options to choose from: you can either use an ice cream maker like the one I linked above OR you can make a single batch with just a blender.

Either way, this keto Moosetracks ice cream will turn out delicious.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 304
• Fat: 27.5g
• Protein: 6.5g
• Net carbs: 6.4g

Get the recipe: Horsetracks Ice Cream

 

2. Low Carb Strawberry Cheesecake Swirl Ice Cream

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I am literally drooling over this. Look at those strawberry swirls!!

This strawberry cheesecake ice cream is just bursting with the most wonderful flavors ever. Since it’s made with real strawberry puree and cream cheese, you know it’s the real deal.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 183
• Fat: 16.1g
• Protein: 4.3g
• Net carbs: 6.2g

Get the recipe: Low Carb Strawberry Cheesecake Swirl Ice Cream

 

3. Keto Mocha Ice Cream

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For those days – or nights – when you need a quick pick-me-up, what better way to get it than in the form of mocha ice cream?

The coffee will give you life while the ice cream soothes your soul.

This keto ice cream is also really simple to make, taking less than 30 minutes from start to finish. What are ya waiting for?!

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 175
• Fat: 14.98g
• Protein: 2.59g
• Net carbs: 6.62g

Get the recipe: Keto Mocha Ice Cream

 

4. Keto Bounty Ice Cream with Magic Shell

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Never heard of bounty ice cream before? Neither have I, but it sounds delicious.

It’s a coconut ice cream with a hint of vanilla topped with a chocolate shell.

What’s not to love above coconut and chocolate? Nothing, that’s what.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 403
• Fat: 41g
• Protein: 5.4g
• Net carbs: 6.2g

Get the recipe: Keto Bounty Ice Cream with Magic Shell

 

5. Peanut Butter Ice Cream

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For those days when you want dessert but just don’t feel like eating more dairy, you’re going to want to try this dairy-free peanut butter keto ice cream.

Yes, it’s made with coconut milk and yes, it’s still delicious since the coconut doesn’t overpower the peanut butter at all.

The peanut butter swirl is strong enough that you only get a hint of coconut behind it, making the perfect dairy-free low carb ice cream recipe!

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 211
• Fat: 21g
• Protein: 5g
• Net carbs: 4g

Get the recipe: Peanut Butter Ice Cream

 

6. Low Carb Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

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Mint chocolate chip is a classic ice cream flavor that just can’t be beat.

The refreshing mint and crunchy chocolate chips are the perfect combination for a creamy, delectable treat to end your night.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 255
• Fat: 26g
• Protein: 2g
• Net carbs: 3g

Get the recipe: Low Carb Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream 

 

7. No-Churn Vanilla Ice Cream

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Sometimes simple is exactly what you need, both in flavor and the way it’s made.

No churn keto ice cream means you don’t need an ice cream maker – just mix it all together, throw it in the freezer for a few hours, and you’re good to go!

Since vanilla ice cream is so versatile, you can pair a scoop of it with your favorite low carb cookies or cake or add your favorite toppings. Or, you can just eat it plain!

You can’t go wrong either way.

Related: 50 Keto Pumpkin Recipes Perfect for the Holiday Season

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 238
• Fat: 22.2g
• Protein: 5.1g
• Net carbs: 2.3g

Get the recipe: No-Churn Vanilla Ice Cream

 

8. Low Carb Chocolate Mason Jar Ice Cream

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Similar to no churn, keto ice cream recipes made in mason jars require almost no work.

It’s as easy as throwing everything in a mason jar, shaking for 5 minutes, and popping in the freezer for a few hours.

At the end, you’ll end up with a heavenly creamy chocolate ice cream and a good arm workout.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 206
• Fat: 22g
• Protein: 1g
• Net carbs: 2.25g

Get the recipe: Low Carb Chocolate Mason Jar Ice Cream

 

9. Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Ice Cream Sandwiches

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What’s better than ice cream? Ice cream and cookies. More specifically, ice cream wrapped in chocolate chip cookie dough.

One of the best parts about this low low carb ice cream sandwich recipe is that the cookie dough requires no baking, so it’s fairly quick and easy to make.

And as if this recipe couldn’t get any better, you can easily turn this into chocolate chip cookie dough ice cream (my favorite!!) by halving the cookie dough and mixing it in with the ice cream.

Pure. Bliss.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 301
• Fat: 29g
• Protein: 5g
• Net carbs: 6g

Get the recipe: Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Ice Cream Sandwiches

 

10. Mexican Chocolate Fudgesicles

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To all my chocolate lovers out there: don’t worry, I gotchu.

There’s no such thing as too much chocolate or too many chocolatey desserts to choose from, so here’s another great one: chocolate fudgesicles.

Since these are dairy free, you get a subtle hint of coconut behind the chocolate and spices and it compliments it very well.

If you’re looking for a little more flare, you can add 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper and coat them in shredded coconut or chopped nuts (or both!).

So many possibilities, so much chocolatey goodness.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 273
• Fat: 27.3g
• Protein: 3.8g
• Net carbs: 5.2g

Get the recipe: Mexican Chocolate Fudgesicles

 

11. No-Churn Cookies & Cream Ice Cream

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What better way to spend your evening than binge watching your favorite show on Netflix with a bowl of this low carb cookies & cream ice cream?

The homemade sweetened condensed milk makes this no churn keto ice cream possible (no sugar!) and it tastes absolutely amazing.

It’s not the real thing, but it’s pretty darn close.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 360
• Fat: 37.1g
• Protein: 4g
• Net carbs: 4.5g

Get the recipe: No-Churn Cookies & Cream Ice Cream

 

12. Homemade Snickers Ice Cream Bars

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Snickers ice cream bars you buy from the store are made with peanut butter ice cream, peanuts (duh), caramel, and a chocolate shell. Sadly, they contain 18g carbs.

But don’t fret. These homemade Snickers ice cream bars are only 3.4g net carbs and taste heavenly.

They even contain a keto caramel sauce you won’t believe is sugar free.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 216
• Fat: 20.3g
• Protein: 5g
• Net carbs: 3.4g

Get the recipe: Homemade Snickers Ice Cream Bars

 

13. Butterscotch Sea Salt Ice Cream

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The sweet butterscotch flavors and hint of sea salt make this the perfect sweet and salty ice cream combination.

Although this is great on its own, you can add some chopped nuts of your choice for some added flavor and crunch.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 274.67
• Fat: 24.72g
• Protein: 1.49g
• Net carbs: 4.16g

Get the recipe: Butterscotch Sea Salt Ice Cream

 

14. Keto Low Carb Butter Pecan Ice Cream

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Nothing can compare to butter pecan ice cream’s smooth, creamy, buttery pecan flavor that melts in your mouth.

Even without all the sugar, this low carb version is a close second to the real thing, especially when made in an ice cream machine. However, you can make it no-churn style and still end up with a delicious keto butter pecan ice cream.

Ice cream machine or not, you can whip this up in no time.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 302
• Fat: 32g
• Protein: 2g
• Net carbs: 2g

Get the recipe: Keto Low Carb Butter Pecan Ice Cream

 

15. Sweet Cream Coffee Caramel Ice Cream

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A blend of sweet cream ice cream and coffee are swirled together with coffee-infused caramel sauce to bring you this irresistible treat.

How it’s low carb and still so delicious, I don’t know, but I’m just going to roll with it.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 215
• Fat: 22g
• Protein: 1g
• Net carbs: 1g

Get the recipe: Sweet Cream Coffee Caramel Ice Cream

 

16. No Churn Keto Strawberry Ice Cream

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What’s better than REAL strawberries in strawberry ice cream? Not much, really. And when it’s super easy to make, there really is nothing better.

This one’s another no churn keto ice cream recipe you can (quite literally) whip up in a jiff.

Once it’s set, you’ll have yourself a delicious, creamy strawberry frozen treat to enjoy whenever you get a craving.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 202
• Fat: 18.6g
• Protein: 1.7g
• Net carbs: 3.8g

Get the recipe: No Churn Keto Strawberry Ice Cream

 

17. Easy Sugar-Free Raspberry Ice Cream

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If you’ve got a craving that needs to be satisfied ASAP, look no further than this raspberry ice cream.

All it takes is three ingredients and five minutes before it’s ready to serve.

Since this recipe is meant to be eaten right away (don’t mind if I do!) it’s more of a raspberry sorbet than ice cream. Regardless, the flavor is still spot on and it will cure your sweet tooth.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 183
• Fat: 16g
• Protein: 1g
• Net carbs: 3g

Get the recipe: Easy Sugar-Free Raspberry Ice Cream

 

BONUS: Low Carb Ice Cream Sugar Cones

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Thought you couldn’t have sugar cones on keto? Well think again.

Pretty much anything can be made keto, so it’s no wonder there’s a low carb, sugar-free recipe for ice cream cones.

Any and all keto ice creams will pair well with these cones, so when you’re craving an extra crunch or don’t feel like dirtying a dish, give this great low carb combo a try.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 127
• Fat: 12.4g
• Protein: 2.9g
• Net carbs: 1.3g

Get the recipe: Low Carb Ice Cream Sugar Cones