A Keto-Friendly Frozen Treat
I am thrilled to present to you my latest creation: a delectable recipe for a keto ice cream cake. I am confident that this dessert will become a staple in your kitchen, especially when you want to indulge in a more festive keto-friendly treat.
This scrumptious low-carb ice cream cake ticks all the boxes—it’s grain-free, gluten-free, and perfectly fits into your keto diet. The best part? You don’t even need an ice cream maker to whip up the delightful ice cream layer! Don’t you just love the sound of that? My recipe for a sugar-free ice cream cake features two layers of my renowned Keto Hershey’s Chocolate cake, baked to perfection and then crumbled.
The ice cream layer is a luscious and straightforward vanilla ice cream that comes together in a jiffy. And that’s not all! To add a touch of decadence, this keto ice cream cake is drizzled with a sensational chocolate sauce that forms a heavenly hard chocolate shell.
If you’ve been longing for the nostalgia of a Carvel ice cream cake but craving something that aligns with your low-carb lifestyle, this mouthwatering low-carb ice cream cake will undoubtedly bring that classic dessert back into your life.
Imagine savoring a keto-friendly ice cream cake that not only tantalizes your taste buds but also doesn’t kick you out of ketosis, as it contains only 4.6 net carbs per generous serving!
Feel free to explore all our keto cakes because you can easily swap the low-carb Hershey’s cake for any of my other cake recipes. As you can see, I love giving you plenty of options to satisfy your cravings.
And if you’re an ice cream enthusiast like me, be sure to check out our entire collection of keto ice cream recipes for even more delicious frozen treats.
Fond Memories of Homemade Ice Cream Cake
In our household, birthdays were always celebrated with my homemade ice cream cake. Every year, without fail, whenever a family member’s birthday rolled around, an ice cream cake was the star of the show.
While putting together that cake wasn’t a Herculean task, it did involve quite a few steps. Naturally, if I was going to make a homemade ice cream cake, I ensured it was a grand one. That way, we could relish it for days on end. I kid you not—I’ve had ice cream cake for breakfast on many occasions.
Unfortunately, my strong affinity for sugar often reared its ugly head during these celebrations. But thanks to divine intervention, I’ve overcome that addiction. I can confidently say that the recipe for my homemade ice cream cake was well-loved, albeit one glaring issue—it was loaded with carbs.
And this posed a significant challenge when the majority of our family transitioned to a ketogenic diet. I vividly remember the first year we went keto and how sorely we missed having an ice cream cake. We wondered how on earth we would celebrate birthdays without it.
Let’s be honest—it wasn’t a walk in the park for us. Thankfully, we persevered and passed that test. But the time had finally come for me to create a keto-friendly version.
Why, you ask? Because no family member should ever feel deprived simply because we’ve chosen the ketogenic diet as our lifestyle.
With that in mind, I couldn’t think of a more fitting occasion to share this recipe than for our daughter Michelle’s birthday.
When I announced that I would be making a keto ice cream cake using my beloved keto Hershey’s cake recipe, the family erupted in cheers.
How to Craft a Keto Ice Cream Cake
To create this heavenly keto ice cream cake, you’ll need a handful of basic ingredients. You can find the printable recipe card at the end of this post, but I recommend reading through my tips to ensure your creation turns out flawless every single time. Here’s what you’ll need:
- Keto Hershey’s Chocolate Cake, baked, cooled, and crumbled (For a nut-free option, you can use our Keto Chocolate Coconut Flour Pound Cake)
- Cream cheese
- Heavy cream
- Vanilla extract
- Confectioner’s sugar substitute
- Coconut oil
- Cocoa powder
- 10×10 baking pan
The journey to making this keto ice cream cake begins with baking the delectable keto cake recipe. I chose this particular keto chocolate cake recipe because it’s not only easy to prepare but also pairs beautifully with the vanilla ice cream layer.
Once you’ve baked the cake, allow it to cool completely. Then, crumble the entire cake into fine crumbs. The recipe yields two 9-inch cakes, with one layer serving as the cake’s crust and the other as the topping.
The Filling: Keto Ice Cream Cake
The ice cream layer nestled between the cake crumbs is churn-free, making it a breeze to prepare. I like to add cream cheese to my ice cream because it provides a delightful velvety texture. I used the same technique when creating my delicious keto berries and cream popsicles.
Since this method worked wonders before, I thought it would be a perfect fit for the ice cream layer of this cake. If you’ve been following our blog, it should come as no surprise that I adore incorporating cream cheese into my keto desserts.
Why not take a moment to explore our collection of recipes that incorporate cream cheese?
Keto Magic Shell: The Perfect Finishing Touch
I’ve been creating my own keto magic shell for years now. It’s incredibly easy to make and requires no special ingredients. That’s always a win in my book. If you’ve never experienced the pleasure of homemade keto-friendly magic shell, you’re in for a real treat.
To add a touch of contrast and crunch to the ice cream cake, I decided to top it off with a chocolate sauce that hardens beautifully. My recipe only calls for three ingredients: coconut oil, a confectioner’s sugar substitute, and Hershey’s Special Dark cocoa powder. Well, if we’re being precise, there’s also a dash of salt. However, the nutritional value of my homemade recipe far surpasses that of store-bought Magic Shell.
Sure, Magic Shell is delicious, but it’s loaded with processed ingredients and a whopping 16 grams of carbs per two-tablespoon serving. That’s something to keep in mind.
Share Your Creations with Us
I truly hope you’ll give this tantalizing keto ice cream cake recipe a try. Additionally, you might want to sample our Keto Oreo Dirt Cake, which offers a similar flavor profile.
Once you’ve embarked on this culinary adventure, be sure to tag us on Instagram and Facebook. Your feedback and creations fuel my passion to keep refining and sharing these recipes. Don’t forget to check out our Amazon Store for some remarkable keto options you might not have considered.
Dive into Our Books
In case you weren’t aware, we have authored two books with you in mind: Essential Keto Bread and Essential Keto Desserts. These books were inspired by your requests over the years. It is our prayer that these keto cookbooks will make your journey into keto a truly delightful one.
Join Our Jesus and Keto Movement
Are you searching for a supportive online community to help you stay true to your keto lifestyle? As a family, we discovered the keto diet through a Christian perspective. As believers, we rely on God’s grace to navigate life’s challenges.
When the Holy Spirit led us to combine our Christian faith with the keto diet, we embarked on a path of profound transformation. We’ve created a private Facebook group where Christians, like-minded in their commitment to keto, support each other towards lasting change. We invite you to join our group and see if it holds the key you’ve been missing.
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Remember, you can always count on Family Cuisine to bring you the best in delicious and keto-friendly recipes. So gather your ingredients and get ready to embark on a culinary adventure with our extraordinary sugar-free ice cream cake. Enjoy!
