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Sugar-Free Strawberry Ice Cream

ByHannah Peterson

Creamy • Fruity • Low-Carb • Diabetic-Friendly

This smooth and creamy strawberry ice cream is naturally sweet, refreshing, and completely sugar-free. Made with simple low-carb ingredients, it’s the perfect cool treat that satisfies your sweet cravings without raising blood sugar levels.

🥣 Ingredients

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • ⅓–½ cup erythritol or monk fruit sweetener
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen strawberries
  • 2 egg yolks (optional, for extra creaminess)
  • Pinch of salt

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare Strawberries

  • Blend strawberries until smooth or mash for a chunkier texture

2️⃣ Mix Base

  • In a bowl, whisk heavy cream, almond milk, sweetener, vanilla, and salt

3️⃣ (Optional Custard Step)

  • Whisk egg yolks separately
  • Slowly add warm cream mixture, then return to low heat
  • Stir until slightly thickened (do not boil)

4️⃣ Combine

  • Mix strawberry puree into the cream base

5️⃣ Churn / Freeze

  • Use an ice cream maker or pour into a container
  • Freeze and stir every 30–45 minutes for 2–3 hours

6️⃣ Serve

  • Scoop once fully set and enjoy

🍽️ Serving Ideas

  • Top with fresh strawberries
  • Add sugar-free whipped cream
  • Pair with low-carb cookies or cake

🩺 Blood Sugar Tips

  • Strawberries are lower in sugar than many fruits, making them a better choice
  • Use monk fruit or erythritol to avoid spikes
  • Combine with healthy fats to slow glucose absorption

📊 Nutrition (Per Serving – approx.)

  • Calories: 200
  • Carbs: 6g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Net Carbs: ~5g
  • Fat: 19g
  • Protein: 2g

🥡 Storage

  • Freezer: up to 2 weeks
  • Let sit at room temperature for 5–10 minutes before scooping

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