Sugar Free Ice Cream Recipes

Respite for medical limitations on sugar intake is here in the form of sugar free ice cream recipes. These ice creams are not only low in sugar, but also high in protein and suitable for diabetics and weight-watchers. The almond and choco-chip variants are excellent dessert alternatives for those committed to a low-carb diet.

Almond Ice Cream

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of blanched and chopped almonds.
• 12 ounces skimmed milk.
• One cup of vanilla (protein) powder.
• 4 drops of almond essence.
• 4 teaspoons non-caloric sweetener (optional).

Method:

Blend together the vanilla protein powder, skimmed milk and almond essence. Once smooth, pour the blend into the ice cream maker and set aside to freeze. Serve garnished with chopped almonds or mix in the almonds at half-time, according to the directions on the ice cream maker.

Banana Ice Cream

Ingredients:

• 1 banana, chopped fine.
• 12 ounces skimmed milk.
• 1 cup vanilla (protein) powder.
• 4 teaspoons non-caloric sweetener (optional).

Method:

Blend together all the ingredients for around 30 seconds. Pour the mix into an ice cream maker and freeze. Serve plain or with low-calorie maple syrup.

Blackberry Ice Cream

Ingredients:

• 1 cup blackberries.
• 12 ounces skimmed milk.
• 1 cup vanilla (protein) powder.
• 4 teaspoons non-caloric sweetener (optional).

Method:

Set aside six blackberries. Combine all the ingredients in a blender, till you get a smooth mix. Pour the mix into ice cream maker and freeze. Serve garnished with the remaining blackberries or with a sprig of mint.

Cappuccino Ice Cream

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons instant espresso coffee powder.
• 12 ounces skimmed milk.
• 1 cup buttermilk.
• 4 drops vanilla essence (optional).
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon powder.
• 1 teaspoon gelatin (plain).
• 4 teaspoons non-caloric sweetener (optional).

Method:

Soak the gelatin crystals in 1/4 cup milk. Heat it after half an hour in a saucepan and add the coffee powder. Allow the gelatin and coffee to dissolve by stirring continuously. Remove from heat and mix in the non-caloric sweetener. Cool the mix and blend until smooth with all the other ingredients. Cover and chill for an hour. Remove the mix and blend once more, before finally pouring it into the ice cream maker. Freeze and serve either plain or with diet-chocolate shavings.

Chocolate Ice Cream

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder.
• 2 tablespoons vanilla (sugar free) syrup.
• 2 tablespoons chocolate (sugar free) syrup.
• 1/2 cup skimmed milk.
• 1 teaspoon gelatin (plain).
• 1 cup low-fat whipping cream.
• 4 teaspoons non-caloric sweetener (optional).

Method:

Soak the gelatin crystals in 1/4 cup milk. Heat it after half an hour in a saucepan and slowly stir in the cocoa powder. Remove from heat and mix well. Add all the remaining ingredients and pour mixture into the ice cream maker. Serve either plain or with low-cal vanilla sauce.

These ice creams not only satiate your urge for the dessert, but also ensure that you adhere to the prescribed dietary restrictions specified by the doctor.