A light blue bowl filled with three scoops of vanilla ice cream sits on a patterned cloth next to a metal spoon and a larger dish of ice cream in the background.

Carnivore Ice Cream

Gluten FreeSugar FreeLow CarbKeto

When you’re eating carnivore or leaning toward ultra low carb, dessert options tend to disappear. But this carnivore ice cream gives you something cold, creamy, and deeply satisfying—without any of the usual ingredients you’re avoiding.

A small blue bowl filled with scoops of vanilla ice cream sits on a blue and white patterned cloth, with a spoon and more ice cream in a dish in the background.
Carnivore Ice Cream. Photo credit: Trina Krug.

There’s no sugar, no milk, no stabilizers—just two core ingredients and the option to add a bit of sweetness if you want. It takes just a few minutes to prep and freezes into scoopable perfection by dinner. You don’t need an ice cream maker. You don’t need eggs. And you don’t need to overthink it.

Simple Ingredients, Creamy Texture

This recipe starts with heavy cream. That’s your base, your richness, and your texture all in one. Add a scoop and a half of protein powder—either unflavored or vanilla—and that’s it. If you want to lean into dessert territory, add a keto-friendly sweetener like stevia, monk fruit, or allulose. But it’s optional. The protein powder alone can be enough for those used to a carnivore palate.

You’ll blend until the mixture is thick and soft peaks start to form. The key is to stop before it becomes too stiff—this keeps it scoopable and light after freezing. Once the texture looks right, spread it into a loaf pan and let the freezer take care of the rest.

There’s no cooking, no churning, and no clean-up beyond one bowl and a spoon.

A close-up of a metal ice cream scoop holding a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream, with a white dish and a blue checkered cloth in the blurred background.
Carnivore Ice Cream. Photo credit: Trina Krug.

What to Eat With Carnivore Ice Cream

You don’t need to dress this up, but if you want to turn it into more of a treat or build a little variety into your day, here are a few pairing ideas:

  • Sprinkle of cinnamon or vanilla bean powder
  • Spoonful of beef tallow or melted butter drizzled on top
  • Iced Coffee or coffee poured over a scoop
  • Pork rinds (yes, really) for a salty crunch
  • Whipped heavy cream, unsweetened

This recipe gives you options without breaking the simplicity of your plan.

A close-up of a spoonful of creamy vanilla ice cream, with a bowl of more ice cream and a blue-handled scoop visible in the blurred background.
Carnivore Ice Cream. Photo credit: Trina Krug.

How to Store and Serve

After freezing, this ice cream will be quite firm—there are no softeners or gums to keep it pliable. Let it sit out for 5 to 10 minutes before serving. You can also run your scoop under hot water to make it easier to portion.

Store it in a loaf pan covered with plastic wrap or a sealed container. It will stay good in the freezer for up to two weeks, though the texture is best within the first five to seven days.

For convenience, you can also divide the mixture into individual freezer-safe containers so you don’t have to thaw a whole pan just for one scoop.

Three scoops of vanilla ice cream in a small bowl sit in front of a larger dish of ice cream. A spoon rests beside them. Text overlay reads “Carnivore vanilla ice cream.”.
Carnivore Ice Cream. Photo credit: Trina Krug.

Why It Works

This carnivore ice cream gives you the feel of dessert without stepping outside your framework. It’s high fat, moderate protein, and contains nothing extra. Whether you’re deep into carnivore or just looking for a cleaner frozen option, this one fits.

You don’t need fancy tools, complicated prep, or a list of ingredients you can’t pronounce. Just cream, protein, and a little time in the freezer. It’s one of the easiest recipes to keep on hand when you want something indulgent that still checks every box.

A light blue bowl filled with three scoops of vanilla ice cream sits on a patterned cloth next to a metal spoon and a larger dish of ice cream in the background.

Carnivore Ice Cream

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Servings 5
Calories 325 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • scoops unflavored or vanilla protein powder
  • Optional: additional sweetener of choice

Instructions
 

  • Add the heavy whipping cream, protein powder, and sweetener (if using) to a mixing bowl.
  • Blend until thick and frothy, stopping when soft peaks begin to form.
  • Spread the mixture into a loaf pan and freeze for 4–6 hours, or until firm enough to scoop.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 bowlCalories: 325kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 3gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 22gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 108mgSodium: 26mgPotassium: 91mgSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1400IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 64mgIron: 0.1mg
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