Weight Watchers Chocolate Ice Cream is a refreshing and delightful dessert option for individuals who follow the Weight Watchers diet. This dish manages points while combining the richness of chocolate and the softness of ice cream. Each serving of this guilt-free treat is worth about two points. We can prepare this yummy ice cream with Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, almond milk, and low-point sweetener. Weight Watchers Chocolate Ice Cream can be enjoyed as a special treat at any time of year, particularly on hot summer days. You can relish the pleasures of guilt-free indulgence due to its mouthwatering flavor and low points.
Let’s prepare the ice cream with the churn instructions (discussed below).
STATS
- Course: Dessert
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Weight Watchers
- Total Time: Six hours and ten minutes
- Preparation Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: Zero minutes
- Freezing time: 5 to 6 hrs
- Method: Stirring and Freezing
EQUIPMENT
- High-speed blender
- Ice cream maker
- One spatula (silicone)
- 4 to 6 ice cream containers
INGREDIENTS
- 1 & 1/2 cups of unsweetened almond milk
- Half a cup of plain Greek yogurt
- One-fourth cup of unsweetened cocoa powder
- Granulated sweetener, 1/4 cup
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- Pure vanilla extract 1/2 tsp
INSTRUCTIONS
- Add unsweetened cocoa powder, almond milk, granulated sweetener, salt, and plain Greek yogurt to a blender.
- Next, blend all ingredients until a silky type consistency is formed.
- Then, add vanilla extract to the blender.
- Again, process all ingredients for about fifty to sixty seconds.
- The ice cream mixture is ready.
- Next, shift the silky batter to the ice cream machine.
- Now, stir (churn) it as directed by the maker’s instructions.
- After that, transfer the ice cream mixture into clean ice cream containers with a spatula.
- Freeze the containers for approximately 5 to 6 hrs.
- The delightful and cool Weight Watchers Chocolate Ice Cream is ready.
- Serve instantly after thawing and enjoy.
VARIATIONS OF THE ICE CREAM
Fresh Mint chocolate:
- Include good-quality peppermint essence and chocolate chips in the mixture (ice cream).
Peanut butter:
- Utilize low-fat peanut butter for a peanut taste.
Rocky road:
- Incorporate marshmallows, chocolate chips, and crushed nuts into the ice cream.
Espresso chocolate:
- Add instant espresso powder to the ice cream.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS
- Serve a scoop of ice cream with fresh fruit salad or a low-point brownie.
- Pair it with mini protein cookies or low-point cakes.
- Pour the ice cream over the banana split lite.
- Air-popped popcorn and light string cheese pair well with this ice cream.
TIPS
- Experiment with sweeteners (zero-calorie) to manage the sugar content.
- Incorporate various flavors into the ice cream, such as almond or peppermint.
- Use high-quality cocoa powder to get a delightful flavor.
- Opt for low-fat almond milk or Greek yogurt to reduce the calories.
- Freeze the ice cream mixture immediately after churning to avoid crystals.
- Try this ice cream with any milk.
STORAGE INFORMATION
Freezer:
- You can preserve the leftover chocolate ice cream in a container with an airtight lid. Consume it within 8 to 16 days for the best taste.
FAQs
Will the plain Greek yogurt make the ice cream taste sour?
- Plain Greek yogurt has a mild, tangy taste. However, the ice cream flavor is counterbalanced by the vanilla extract and cocoa powder. Furthermore, we can also utilize milder Greek yogurt.
How long does it take for an ice cream to be made in an ice cream machine?
- Churning timeframes may vary based on the brand of your ice cream maker and the base’s consistency, but they typically take 20 to 30 minutes.
How can I avoid ice crystals?
- Blend the ingredients until they’re smooth, then instantly freeze them. Avoid ice crystals to get a creamy texture.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION/SERVING
Servings: 4 to 6 scoops
Total Calories 120 kcal
Carbohydrates 27 g
Protein 10 g
Dietary Fiber 2 g
Total Fat 2.5 g
Sugar 5 g
Sodium 50 mg
Each serving of the Chocolate Ice Cream has two (2) Weight Watchers Freestyle points.