Don’t let anyone tell you that you can’t have delicious desserts on Keto, because let me tell you, my friends, you can! This Keto Vanilla Protein Frosty is healthy, delicious and will remind you of those days of driving through the drive thru to enjoy a Frosty. The difference is that delicious treat is healthy, packed full of protein, and low on sugar and carbs. I love a good no guilt dessert.
Besides the delicious taste, my favorite thing about this Frosty Recipe is that it’s super easy to whip together and only takes an hour or two to freeze! You might call it the perfect after dinner treat.
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Keto Vanilla Protein Frosty
This Keto Vanilla Frosty recipe comes together so easily, you might just find yourself making this one often. It works in a dish, cup, and mug! Just grab a spoon and go!
What Is Needed to Make Keto Vanilla Protein Frosty?
You do not need a lot on hand to make this keto vanilla shake. Chances are you probably already have most of the ingredients on hand and you surely have the tools on hand. Here is what you need to make this tasty treat:
- Ingredients (listed below in the recipe)
- Mixing Bowl
- Hand Beaters
While this particular recipe calls for hand beaters, you can use a blender to mix the ingredients for this keto protein frosty if you prefer that over hand beating the mixture.
How to Make a Keto Vanilla Shake
(frosty style, of course)
Place all the ingredients into a mixing bowl and mix using hand beaters until they reach the consistency of a frosty or soft serve ice cream.
Chill for 1-2 hours before serving.
How Many Carbs are in This Keto Vanilla Protein Frosty?
If you were to hit the drive through and order a medium Frosty, you would be consuming over 60 carbs! Thankfully, this delicious copycat has just 2 net carbs! It’s so great to find recipes that can take care of cravings without the guilt, don’t you think?
What is a Frosty?
Just what is a Frosty, anyway? A Frosty is a soft serve ice cream treat that is similar to a milkshake. Many people think of it as a summertime dessert, but in reality, this tasty treat can be enjoyed any time of year.
Tips to Make The Best Keto Vanilla Protein Frosty
Now is about the time to discuss the best tips out there for making sure that this frosty recipe comes together perfectly.
- Be Sure To Use Heavy Cream in Your Recipe. For the best Keto Vanilla Frosty, be sure that the heavy cream you use for your Frosty is chilled in the refrigerator. Do not allow it to warm up to room temperature as this can make your frosty too liquified.
- Chill for At Least 1 Hour Before Serving. I know you are excited to enjoy this Frosty, but patience is key in order to make the best Frosty. It’s important to allow the Frosty mix to cool in the freezer for a minimum of one hour, but up to 2 for the best frozen consistency.
Is This The Same as a Keto Vanilla Shake?
While this keto Frosty is similar to a keto vanilla milkshake, it is not the same. This Keto Vanilla Protein Frosty is thicker than a milkshake so drinking it with a straw would not be an easy task. This dessert is in its own category.
If you are looking for a great keto milkshake recipe, here are a few that you might just love:
Keto Mint Chocolate Chip Shake
If you are looking for more of an ice cream treat, here are some of my favorites:
As you can see, there really are many delicious ice cream treats that you can enjoy on the keto diet!
What Does a Keto Vanilla Protein Frosty Taste Like?
Before you whip together this keto vanilla Frosty recipe, you may be wondering what it tastes like. It is rich, creamy, and deliciously sweet. You will definitely feel like you are enjoying a dessert, even though it’s a healthy, protein packed version of dessert.
Is This Keto Vanilla Frosty Recipe Good for a Post Workout Snack?
Do you workout? You probably know how important your choice of workout snack can be. This Keto Vanilla Protein Frosty makes for a great post workout snack. With its low carbs and high protein, it will do your body well after a hard workout. Plus, it’ll help cool you down. BONSU!
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Keto Vanilla Shake (Frosty Style)
Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 scoop low carb vanilla protein powder
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon sugar free vanilla syrup
Instructions
- Place all the ingredients into a mixing bowl and mix using hand beaters until they reach the consistency of a frosty or soft serve ice cream.
- Chill for 1-2 hours before serving.
Nutrition
Trina Krug is a Holistic Nutritionist, Integrative Health Coach and host of the Carbless Conversations Podcast. With a Master’s Degree in Complementary and Alternative Medicine, her single mission in life is to facilitate self-healing in herself and those around her through awareness, lifestyle shifts and low-carb eating. As a current Doctor of Science student, she continues her studies in functional nutrition.