Carnivore Ice Cream is a fun concept for those following a carnivore or animal-based diet! It focuses on high-fat, animal-derived ingredients, and avoids plant-based ingredients like sugar, fruits, or vegetables. Here’s a simple recipe for a rich and creamy Carnivore-Friendly Ice Cream made with eggs, cream, and optional sweeteners like stevia if desired.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup heavy cream (preferably grass-fed)
- 3 large egg yolks
- 1 tablespoon butter (optional for extra richness)
- Optional: 1-2 teaspoons vanilla extract (if allowed on your version of carnivore)
- Optional: Sweetener like liquid stevia (optional, depending on strictness)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions:
- Whisk the Egg Yolks:
- In a medium bowl, whisk the egg yolks until they become pale and slightly frothy.
- Heat the Cream:
- In a saucepan, gently heat the heavy cream (and butter, if using) over medium heat until it just starts to simmer (don’t let it boil).
- Temper the Egg Yolks:
- Slowly pour about 1/4 cup of the warm cream into the whisked egg yolks while stirring constantly. This helps prevent the yolks from scrambling. Then, slowly add the egg mixture back into the saucepan with the rest of the cream, stirring continuously.
- Thicken the Mixture:
- Continue heating the mixture over low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon (about 5 minutes). Don’t let it boil.
- Optional Add-ins:
- Stir in vanilla extract and sweetener, if using. Add a pinch of salt to enhance the flavor.
- Chill the Mixture:
- Remove the saucepan from heat and pour the mixture into a bowl. Let it cool slightly before placing it in the fridge to chill for at least 2 hours (or until fully cold).
- Churn or Freeze:
- If you have an ice cream maker, pour the chilled mixture in and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions. If you don’t have one, pour the mixture into a shallow dish and freeze, stirring every 30 minutes until it reaches a soft-serve consistency (about 3-4 hours).
- Serve:
- Once the ice cream has reached your desired consistency, scoop and serve immediately, or freeze longer for firmer ice cream.
You can keep it strict carnivore or adjust by adding low-carb flavoring extracts. It’s a rich, creamy treat that fits into a carnivore or keto lifestyle.