Low Carb Mint Chip Ice Cream

Indulge your dessert cravings without the guilt with this creamy and refreshing Low Carb Mint Chip Ice Cream! Perfectly balanced with a luscious blend of heavy cream, unsweetened almond milk, and a sugar-free sweetener, this keto-friendly treat is as rich and satisfying as traditional ice cream, with a fraction of the carbs. Infused with natural peppermint and a hint of vanilla, it delivers a burst of cool mint flavor complemented by bits of finely chopped dark chocolate. The smooth, custard-based texture is easily achieved with simple techniques like tempering egg yolks and churning in an ice cream maker. Customize the classic green hue with optional food coloring for that nostalgic mint chip look, and serve this crowd-pleaser straight from the freezer for a delightful low-carb dessert that doesn’t skimp on flavor!

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups Heavy cream
• 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
• 0.5 cup Sugar-free granulated sweetener (like erythritol or monk fruit blend)
• 4 Egg yolks
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon Peppermint extract
• 0.5 cup Dark chocolate (85% cocoa or higher), chopped finely
• 1 pinch Salt
• 2 drops Green food coloring (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine heavy cream, almond milk, and sugar-free sweetener over medium heat. Stir until the sweetener dissolves completely.

Step 2

In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks gently.

Step 3

Gradually pour about 1/2 cup of the warm cream mixture into the yolks, whisking constantly to temper the yolks. Then pour the yolk mixture back into the saucepan with the rest of the cream mixture.

Step 4

Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon or spatula until the mixture thickens slightly and coats the back of the spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Make sure not to let it boil.

Step 5

Remove from heat and add the vanilla extract, peppermint extract, salt, and optional green food coloring to the cream mixture. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Pour the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl to remove any cooked egg bits.

Step 7

Cover the mixture with plastic wrap, pressing it directly on the surface to prevent a skin from forming. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or until very cold.

Step 8

Once chilled, pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Step 9

A few minutes before the ice cream is done, add the finely chopped dark chocolate.

Step 10

Transfer the ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for an additional 2 hours to firm up before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1037.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2594.9

Total Fat 232.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 132.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 1218mg	0%
Sodium 500.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 179.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.4g	0%
Total Sugars 31.7g
Protein 21.6g	0%

Vitamin D 161.0IU	0%
Calcium 601.9mg	0%
Iron 16.9mg	0%
Potassium 1026.4mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 72.2%

Protein: 3.0%

Carbs: 24.8%