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No-Churn Keto Coffee Ice Cream – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

No-Churn Keto Coffee Ice Cream

Who says you can't have rich, decadent ice cream on a keto diet? Get ready to be amazed by this incredibly simple No-Churn Coffee Ice Cream that delivers a velvety smooth texture and a bold, aromatic coffee kick without a single bit of sugar or a clunky ice cream maker.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 7 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 serving
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ½ cups / 600 ml (20.3 fl oz) Heavy cream, divided
  • 1 cup (240 ml) Unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 tbsp (15 g / 0.53 oz) Stevia or your preferred keto sweetener
  • 1 tbsp (14 g / 0.49 oz) Unsalted butter
  • ¼ tsp (1 g / 0.04 oz) Xanthan gum
  • 2 tbsp (10 g / 0.35 oz) Instant coffee or espresso powder
  • ¼ tsp (1.25 ml / 0 fl oz) Vanilla extract
  • For a richer, more intense flavor, use instant espresso powder instead of regular instant coffee.
  • To prevent the xanthan gum from clumping, mix it with your powdered sweetener before adding it to the hot liquid.
  • Press a piece of plastic wrap or parchment paper directly onto the surface of the ice cream before freezing to help prevent ice crystals from forming.
  • For an even softer, more scoopable texture, add 1 tablespoon (15 ml / 0.5 fl oz) of vodka or MCT oil to the base mixture before freezing. The alcohol/oil helps lower the freezing point.

Method
 

  1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine 1 cup (240 ml) of the heavy cream and the almond milk.
  2. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 1 hour, or until it has reduced slightly and thickened.
  3. Remove the saucepan from the heat.
  4. Add the stevia and butter, whisking until the butter is fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
  5. Sprinkle in the xanthan gum, instant coffee, and vanilla extract.
  6. Whisk vigorously until the coffee is completely dissolved and no lumps remain.
  7. Set aside to cool completely to room temperature.
  8. In a separate large bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to whip the remaining 1 ½ cups (360 ml / 12.2 fl oz) of heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
  9. Gently fold the cooled coffee mixture into the whipped cream until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  10. Pour the final mixture into a loaf pan or other freezer-safe container.
  11. Cover and freeze for at least 6 hours, or until firm.
  12. Let it sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before scooping for the best texture.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 2gFat: 25g

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