Low Fat Salted Caramel Ice Cream

Indulge in the creamy yet guilt-free decadence of Low Fat Salted Caramel Ice Cream, a silky frozen treat that perfectly balances sweet and savory notes. Crafted with non-fat milk and a touch of heavy cream, this recipe provides all the rich, buttery flavor of classic salted caramel without the calorie overload. A glossy homemade caramel sauce, made with golden melted sugar and a hint of sea salt, swirls through the ice cream base, creating a luscious marbled finish. Quick to prepare and churned to perfection, this dessert is an ideal choice for satisfying your sweet tooth while maintaining a lighter twist. Perfect for summer afternoons or special gatherings, each serving delivers indulgent flavor without compromising on a health-conscious mindset.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups non-fat milk
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons water
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt flakes
• 0.5 cup sugar (for caramel)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, whisk together non-fat milk and granulated sugar over medium heat until the sugar is fully dissolved.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix together the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry.

Step 3

Add the cornstarch slurry to the milk mixture, and continue to cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture begins to thicken slightly, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 4

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and salt. Allow the mixture to cool completely.

Step 5

Meanwhile, to make the caramel, add the 0.5 cup of sugar to a small heavy-bottomed saucepan.

Step 6

Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves and becomes a rich amber color. This will take about 5-8 minutes.

Step 7

Carefully whisk in 2 tablespoons of water and continue to cook, stirring constantly, for 1-2 minutes until the caramel is smooth. Remove from heat immediately.

Step 8

Stir the caramel into the cooled milk mixture until well combined. Optional: leave small swirls of caramel for a marbled effect.

Step 9

Refrigerate the ice cream base for at least 2 hours or until thoroughly chilled.

Step 10

Once chilled, churn the mixture in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Step 11

Transfer the churned ice cream to an airtight container, sprinkle with sea salt flakes, and freeze for at least 2 hours or until firm.

Step 12

Scoop and serve, enjoying the light yet indulgent salted caramel flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(863.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1406.9

Total Fat 40.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 130.0mg	0%
Sodium 1809.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 239.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.1g	0%
Total Sugars 224.5g
Protein 16.7g	0%

Vitamin D 200.0IU	0%
Calcium 601.7mg	0%
Iron 0.4mg	0%
Potassium 775.5mg	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: 26.2%

Protein: 4.8%

Carbs: 69.0%