Keto Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Balls

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Keto Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Balls are a sweet and delicious dessert without raising the content of carbs. Make this recipe by using different kinds of ingredients, such as Salt, Powdered erythritol, keto dark chocolate chips, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, heavy whipping cream, and high-fat cream cheese. These components may be present in your home, or you can purchase them from the supermarket. This recipe makes the process easier while maintaining a lot of flavor.  These balls are good for the weekend, parties, dessert, big events, and dinners. They contain 130 kcal of calories and two grams of net carb count in one ice cream ball of a portion size. Keto Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Balls will work perfectly as a meal prep because they store properly for two months in the freezer. This dessert needs at least two hours and fifteen minutes to firm up.

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STATISTICAL OVERVIEW:

  • Course: Dessert
  • No. of Calories: 130 kcal
  • Diet: Keto
  • Prep time: 15 minutes
  • Cuisine: American
  • Cook time: No-cook
  • Single portion size: 1 ice cream ball
  • Cooking mode: Freezing
  • Total servings: 12 balls
  • Difficulty level: Easy
  • Total time: 2 hours 15 minutes

TOOLS:

  • Rubber spatula
  • Measuring spoons and cups
  • Baking tray
  • Mixing bowl
  • Parchment paper
  • Hand whisk or electric mixer
  • Container
  • Small cookie scoop or spoon

INGREDIENTS:

  • Salt
  • 1 cup of heavy whipping cream
  • One tbsp  of cocoa powder, unsweetened
  • 1/3 cup Powdered erythritol
  • One tsp of vanilla extract
  • 100 g of high-fat cream cheese
  • 1/4 cup of keto dark chocolate chips

INGREDIENT NOTES:

CHOCOLATE CHIPS:

  • We utilize the keto dark chocolate chips that are prepared with cocoa butter for maintaining a keto diet. We don’t have to use maltitol-sweetened chips because they affect the blood sugar level.

CREAM CHEESE:

  • Always use high-fat cheese to make sure the perfect fat balance and a creamy texture. Don’t use the low-fat varieties, which decrease the rich taste of the stored dessert.

VANILLA EXTRACT:

  • This extract helps to improve the flavor with low-carb count.  Never utilize artificial vanilla as it has alcohol-based fillers and contains extra sugar.

COCOA POWDER:

  • Keto cocoa powder delivers a strong and deep taste with fewer carbs. Use the Dutch-processed cocoa as an alternative, but don’t add the instant cocoa mixes or sweeten.

ERYTHRITOL:

  • This sweetener melts quickly and helps keep the texture from getting gritty. I replace it with monk fruit sweetener, which also works well.

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INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Beat the cream cheese in a vessel till it becomes lump-free & smoother.
  2. Whisk the salt, powdered sweetener, vanilla extract, and cocoa powder till they are completely mixed.
  3. Gently mix in the heavy cream while mixing to retain its smooth texture.
  4. Use a spatula to fold in the keto chocolate chips.
  5. Keep the covered mixture for half an hour to firm up in the fridge.
  6. Utilize the parchment paper to coat a baking sheet.
  7.  Make shapes like small balls of the cooled mixture.
  8. Arrange the balls on the sheet and store them till firms up, for two hours.
  9. Place the frozen balls in a closed vessel for storing.

TIPS:

  • Allow the ball to rest at a neutral temperature for two minutes before serving for more softness.
  • We always utilize the sweetener powder to create a smooth texture.
  • Before making shapes, leave them to cool completely for equal balls.
  • Avoid overwhipping the mixture or cream, as it will turn gritty.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

CLASSIC PAIRINGS:

  • Chocolate Sauce
  • Whipped Cream
  • Vanilla Drizzle

CRUNCHY ADD-ONS:

  • Crushed Keto Almonds
  • Keto Pecan Brittle
  • Toasted Coconut Chips

DESSERT PLATTERS:

  • Brownie Bites
  • Cheesecake Squares
  • Chocolate Fat Bombs

BEVERAGES:

  • Espresso Shot
  • Keto Iced Coffee
  • Unsweetened Almond Milk Latte

OCCASION-BASED SERVINGS:

  • Keto Dessert Board
  • After-Dinner Keto Treat
  • Summer Keto Freezer Snack

STORAGE INFORMATION:

REFRIGERATION:

  • We don’t suggest keeping them for a long time in the fridge because the mixture will lose its shape and become softer.

FREEZING:

  • Store these balls in a closed vessel for 50-60 days.

FAQs:

What is the reason for the hard texture of the ice cream?

  • The thick texture forms because of adding low-fat ingredients or freezing it for a long time.

May I include the flavors?

  • Yes, you can use the cinnamon, peppermint extract, or instant coffee, which works properly for a keto diet.

May I use the non-dairy products?

  • Yes, you can utilize the coconut cream and dairy-free keto chocolate to make it vegan.

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NUTRITIONAL FACTS:

No. of calories: 130 kcal

Sodium: 55 mg

Net carbs: 2 g

Fiber: 1 g

Sugar: 0 g

Fats: 12 g

Proteins: 2 g

One single portion: 1 ice cream ball

Total carbs: 3 g