This Low Carb Chocolate Mason Jar Ice Cream is a quick and easy way to make ice cream at home without having to use an ice cream maker. It is very versatile and you can add in any of your favorite low carb ice cream toppings.
The easiest keto ice cream recipe
Way back in 2012 I made ice cream out of heavy cream. Then somehow I forgot about it and never did it again. This week my newsfeed has been inundated with the 5 minute mason jar ice cream video. After seeing it the first 3 or 4 times, I just knew that I had to make a low carb mason jar ice cream version. I couldn't believe that a quick and easy, no churn ice cream could taste so amazing. It is rich and creamy and best of all it comes in at just over 2 carbs per serving.
Why this Low Carb Chocolate Mason Jar Ice Cream is better than the storebought stuff
By now you are probably no stranger to the low carb Halo Top ice cream craze. People are rushing out to their grocery stores trying to find new keto ice cream flavors and often times finding empty shelves. The true struggle isn't in finding it though, it is in not eating the entire pint once you get it home. This Low Carb Chocolate Mason Jar Ice Cream is the solution to that problem.
Even if you are all 4 servings, it would still only be 9 grams of carbs. I know I would be willing to splurge 9 carbs of a rich, decadent low carb dessert, especially one with real ingredients. While the low carb/high protein "ice cream" options are loaded with junk fillers, this Low Carb Chocolate Mason Jar Ice Cream is the real deal.
With just 5 ingredients or less and 5 minutes of your time, you can make an awesome homemade ice cream that won't break the carb bank. Best of all, you don't need any fancy equipment to make it happen. Just a wide mouth mason jar with a lid and you are set!
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- Keto Strawberry Cheesecake Ice Cream
- Low Carb Blueberry Muffins
- Keto Brownie Ice Cream
Low Carb Chocolate Mason Jar Ice Cream
- Total Time: 8 minutes
- Yield: 2 cups (4 Servings) 1x
Description
Nutritional info does not include optional sugar free chocolate chips
Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons granular monkfruit (I use this brand) Code PEACE for 20% off
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons sugar free chocolate chips, optional (I use this brand)
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a wide mouth pint sized mason jar. Screw the lid on and shake vigorously for 5 minutes. The liquid in side should double in volume, filling the mason jar.
- Freeze for 3 hours up to 24 hours.
- Scoop and enjoy!
Notes
2.25g net carbs per serving
- Prep Time: 8 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup
- Calories: 206
- Fat: 22g
- Protein: 1g
Julie Filter says
Ok, first, YUM! Made a jar of vanilla yesterday, and it was DIVINE! However, I notice a really heavy residue left in my mouth as I neared the end of the jar. I realized later it was butter! Anyone else coming against this little chemistry conundrum in the shaking of cream in the process of ice cream making? Did I shake too long or not long enough?
Carol Penry says
I have wondered about the butter thing. If you shake cream, you are going to get butter. I was hoping the additional ingredients would inhibit the butter. We are evidently the only people to wonder.
TinaB says
Didn't read all the comments but was thinking... Could have a less hardened version and closer to soft serve consistency if you shake it every half hour while it's in the freezer... Not certain out would work but I'm thinking I'm gonna test it out...
Anu says
This is delicious! I just wanted one serving so I made a fourth, in a small jar, but still used half a tablespoon of cocoa (i.e. double the cocoa) and it was lovely. Next time I might increase the cocoa some more as I really love a rich, chocolatey flavour. For sweetner I used Erythritol plus a few drops of Stevia and added a pinch of salt. I couldn't wait for 3 hours so I had it after just over an hour. It was still slightly soft but oh so yummy. I will definitely be making this a lot, thank you so much for a great recipe!
Judy Alter says
Wow, really enjoyed,making this.. I substituted 3 tablespoons,of cocoa powder in half of it and ate it cold from the fridge as rich pudding! The other half I tried 10 drops real banana flavoring,1 tbl. cocoa, 1/4 tsp. cinnamon and a 1/4 tsp. of 99 bananas liquor.. Boy was the liquor easy to taste, Maybe should have used vodka but I think you would have been able to taste alcohol regardless. I loved the complexity and richness but my husband didn’t like the taste of the liquor. Who knows what’s next? Cocoa and chili perhaps? Great way to get some extra fats too.
Theresa P says
This is a great recipe. I highly recommend it, especially if you're looking for a treat and keeping it low carb. So creamy and chocolatey, one of the best desserts I've found, Thank you!
Michelle Ingram says
This ice cream is amazing! Thanj you so much for sharing the recipe
Vicki says
I am going to try this today. But, am thinking of adding almonds instead of the chocolate chips.
Debbie H. says
This is fantastic! I used my blender to mix it, and I left out the S-F Chocolate Chips, but doubled the cocoa powder then let it freeze overnight. It was amazing. I think next time I may swirl in a bit of peanut butter. 🙂 Thank you so much for all your delicious recipes.
Amy says
I found a jar that's the right size and and am going to give this a go! I've been eating low carb since March but I've been really bored lately. Maybe this will keep me on track. I have cherry extract and thought that might make it extra special.
Margie says
What a great idea!
Cassie says
I was wondering what I can use to substitute Swerve?
Peace Love and Low Carb says
Any low carb sweetener you prefer
Ronalyn Hurley says
Here is a link to a low carb sweetener conversion chart that I've used.
https://www.wholesomeyum.com/natural-low-carb-sweeteners-guide-conversion-chart/