Description
This carnivore ice cream is my go-to for those moments when I crave something cold, creamy, and indulgent without stepping outside an animal-based diet. Made from just heavy cream, butter, and egg yolks, it brings a nostalgia-packed richness that tastes like old-fashioned frozen custard. It’s incredibly smooth, deeply satisfying, and shockingly simple to make. Whether you’re following a strict carnivore plan or just looking for a low-carb dessert that feels luxurious, this recipe delivers every time. With just a handful of ingredients and a surprisingly easy method, it turns into a perfectly scoopable treat that even non-carnivore family members love.
Ingredients
- Heavy cream
- Egg yolks
- Butter
- Optional allulose
- Optional vanilla
Instructions
- Heat the cream gently in a saucepan.
- Whisk the yolks separately until smooth.
- Temper the yolks with warm cream, then combine fully.
- Cook on low heat until thickened.
- Whisk in butter.
- Strain and chill thoroughly.
- Churn until creamy.
- Freeze to desired firmness.
Notes
- Use grass-fed butter for the best flavor, and always chill the custard fully before churning for a smoother texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 44g
- Saturated Fat: 26g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 260mg