Carnivore Ice Cream — Rich, Creamy & Nutrient-Dense

🍨 Carnivore Ice Cream — Rich, Creamy & Nutrient-Dense

If you’ve ever thought ice cream was off-limits on a carnivore diet, think again! This recipe is ultra-creamy, indulgent, and surprisingly healthy — and tastes better than most cane sugar ice creams.

🥩 Ingredients

2 cups A2/A2 heavy cream (full fat)
4 egg yolks (corn- and soy-free)
1/4 tsp sea salt
1–2 tsp raw honey (optional, for slight sweetness)
1 tsp vanilla extract (optional, for flavor)

✨ Instructions

Step 1: Heat the cream
In a medium saucepan, gently heat the heavy cream over medium-low heat until warm but not boiling. Remove from heat.

Step 2: Whisk egg yolks
In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks until smooth. Slowly temper them by adding a few tablespoons of the warm cream, whisking constantly. Gradually add the rest of the cream while continuing to whisk.

Step 3: Cook the custard
Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon (do not boil).

Step 4: Add flavorings
Remove from heat and stir in sea salt, honey (if using), and vanilla extract (if using). Taste and adjust sweetness as desired.

Step 5: Chill the mixture
Pour the custard through a fine mesh strainer into a bowl to remove any cooked egg bits. Let it cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until thoroughly chilled.

Step 6: Freeze the ice cream

With an ice cream maker: Pour the chilled mixture into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Without an ice cream maker: Pour the mixture into a shallow freezer-safe container. Freeze for 1 hour, then stir vigorously to break up ice crystals. Repeat every 30–60 minutes until creamy and frozen.

Step 7: Store & serve
Transfer the ice cream to an airtight glass container and freeze until firm. Serve straight from the freezer for a rich, creamy treat.

💡 Tips for Perfect Carnivore Ice Cream

Adjust honey to your preferred sweetness — a little goes a long way.
For zero-carb, omit honey entirely; natural creaminess and egg yolks provide richness.
Optional flavorings like vanilla enhance taste but are not required.
Always store in a sealed container to preserve freshness and texture.

✨ Why you’ll love it: