Chocolate Peanut Butter Ice Cream
Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups unsweetened almond milk (or other low-fat milk alternative)
  • 1/2 cup light or reduced-fat heavy cream (or low-fat cream alternative)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar substitute (such as Stevia or Splenda)
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup powdered peanut butter (such as PB2) mixed with 1/4 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Directions:

  1. Prepare the Base: In a medium saucepan, combine the unsweetened almond milk, light heavy cream, sugar substitute, unsweetened cocoa powder, reconstituted powdered peanut butter, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
  2. Heat the Mixture: Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the cocoa powder is fully dissolved and the mixture is smooth. Do not let it boil.
  3. Cool the Mixture: Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.
  4. Chill the Base: Once cooled, cover the saucepan with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to chill thoroughly.
  5. Churn the Ice Cream: Pour the chilled base into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
  6. Freeze the Ice Cream: Transfer the churned ice cream to a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.
  7. Serve: Scoop the ice cream into bowls or cones and enjoy!

Tips for Lower Points:

  • Use a sugar substitute to cut down on calories and sugar content.
  • Opt for powdered peanut butter instead of regular peanut butter to significantly reduce fat and calorie content.
  • Choose unsweetened almond milk or another low-fat milk alternative to lower fat and calories.

Nutritional Information (per serving, based on modified recipe):

(Approximate values)

  • Calories: ~90-110 kcal
  • Protein: ~3g
  • Carbohydrates: ~8g
  • Fat: ~6g
  • Fiber: ~2g
  • Sugar: ~2g (natural from milk and almond milk)

Weight Watchers Points (estimated):

  • Unsweetened almond milk: 0 points
  • Light heavy cream: ~2 points
  • Sugar substitute: 0 points
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder: ~1 point
  • Powdered peanut butter: ~1 point
  • Vanilla extract and salt: 0 points

Total Points (per serving): Approximately 3-4 points per serving, depending on specific ingredients and portion sizes.

This lighter version of Chocolate Peanut Butter Ice Cream provides the same rich and creamy taste with fewer calories and points, making it a satisfying and guilt-free dessert option for those following the Weight Watchers program.