6:45 PM
Sensible Vegetarian
It's blazing hot here in the East Coast and tomorrow is going to be even more hotter reaching record highs of over 100 Degrees Fahrenheit. In event of the heat wave the schools are having half a days and that means Kids will be early home. With the Ice Cream truck hovering around in the development tempting and kids and adults equally to scream for Ice Cream, the best option is to go for home made Ice Cream. I used Xylitol instead of sugar to sweeten this ice cream and some fresh strawberries. Made with raw milk, raw cream and half and half, anytime this is a much better option than the store bought one and without any additives or preservatives.
If you are concerned about sugar high or sugar low or tooth cavities, Xylitol or stevia are the best sweeteners to go for. Stevia has a little bit bitter aftertaste. But Xylitol doesn't have any weird aftertaste. But one thing to be watchful with Xylitol is excessive consumption will lead to upset stomachs. So limit to 2-3 Scoops and enjoy!!
Preparation Time - 30 to 40 Minutes
Cooking Time - 10 Minutes
Serves - Makes 2 Quarts
Ingredients
Milk - 1 Cup
Xylitol - 3/4 Cup
Salt - 1/4 Tsp
Half & half - 1 Cup
Vanilla extract - 1/2 Tsp
Heavy Cream - 2 Cups
Strawberry Puree - 2 Cups
Method
1) Warm the milk and add the xylitol and simmer till it dissolves. Remove from stove and let this cool to room temperature. Now add the half and half, heavy cream, salt, vanilla extract and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
2) Remove the milk mixture add the strawberry puree, combine nicely and pour in the Ice Cream Maker. Process till it reaches a soft serve consistency.
3) Now freeze the ice cream over night to get a firmer consistency. Scoop out using a scoop dipped in hot water and enjoy!!
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26 comments:
Healthy version of home made ice cream. Love it.
I have recently discovered the joys of xylitol, it is an amazing ingredients! The ice cream looks so perfect :), Miriam@Meatless Meals For Meat Eaters
Lovely treat less the sugar! Perfect for me and my hubby... Best thing is I ca make it at home :) Thansk for sharing!
OMG... What a mouth watering ice cream recipe.. looks so tempting and inviting.. simply superb dear !!
Indian Cuisine
What a delicious looking ice cream that too without sugar. Wonderfully prepared.
Deepa
Hamaree Rasoi
Creamy healthy and delicious ice cream to beat the heat...
Home made ice cream .. looks so perfect ..
Vardhini
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You can serve this anytime,i am ready.Perfect icecream.
Wow! it an awesome dessert for diabetic patient and for those who wants to lose weight..
Lovely icecream..healthy too
wooww yummy ice cream...nicely prepared..:)
Thats a fabulous looking sugarfree icecream,seriously feel like finishing that bowl..
Wonderful treat for this weather... Looks creamy and yummy!
that looks so refershing and what do u mean by Xylitol new to me..
What a lovely and refreshing treat for a hot day! Love how it's sugar free!
wonderful and lovely icecream !!
Wow lovely ice cream,looks so creamy and yummy too...
That is a good idea as a sugar substitute. I heard about Xylitol, but never used it. So, this is a tempting deal :)
OMG what a picture ! I am drooling here
very tempting andperfect for summer ...loveto haveit
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yummy icecream..no sugar one makes me very tempting...never used xylitol, shall try it out..great recipe..cute pics..
Loving that this doesn't have any eggs. I haven't used xylitol before. Maybe this is the opportunity i have been looking for as the ice cream looks delicious.
Delicious homemade ice cream...my kids will finish that in seconds..Yum!
Ice cream looks perfect.Loved the version without using gelatin or eggs.Should i use only xylitol or we can substitute with sugar
South Indian Recipes
Thanks all for your lovely comments, really appreciate it. SouthIndianHome you can very well use sugar. In fact I have substituted Xylitol instead of sugar.
looks creamy and mouth watering, liked your recipe..it's a keeper..thanks dear
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