Chocolate Peanut Butter Ice Cream Recipe

Chocolate Peanut Butter Ice Cream Recipe

This Creamy, Guilt-Free Chocolate Peanut Butter Ice Cream! Perfect for a low-carb or Weight Watchers-friendly dessert, this lightened-up recipe delivers rich flavors with fewer calories.

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

Instructions

1. Prepare the Base:
   In a medium saucepan, combine the unsweetened almond milk, light heavy cream, sugar substitute, cocoa powder, reconstituted powdered peanut butter, vanilla extract, and salt.
2. Heat the Mixture:
   Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly until the cocoa powder dissolves completely and the mixture becomes smooth. Tip: Do not let it boil, as it may alter the texture.
3. Cool the Mixture:
   Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the mixture 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.
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 a creamy, low-calorie treat!

Tips for Lower Points

• Opt for powdered peanut butter instead of regular peanut butter to reduce fat and calories.
• Choose unsweetened almond milk or other low-fat milk alternatives to further cut calories and fat.
• Use a sugar substitute to keep this dessert sugar-free.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: ~90-110 kcal
• Protein: ~3g
• Carbohydrates: ~8g
• Fat: ~6g
• Fiber: ~2g
• Sugar: ~2g (naturally occurring)

Weight Watchers Points (Estimated)

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

Enjoy this lighter, delicious Chocolate Peanut Butter Ice Cream.