Introduction to Keto Chocolate Frosty
This keto chocolate frosty recipe is a copycat of the Wendy’s frosty, but with a twist. It doesn’t use any artificial ingredients and is low in net carbs, making it a perfect keto dessert. The best part is that it only requires 3 ingredients.
Is a Frosty the Same Thing as Soft Serve Ice Cream?
Technically, they’re not the same thing. The main difference between a traditional frosty and a soft serve is the texture and butterfat or milk fat content. A frosty is even softer than soft serve, with a thicker consistency that’s more like a milkshake, but you have to eat it with a spoon.
Keto Chocolate Frosty Recipe Tips
On the keto diet, saturated fat is a staple, and this recipe uses heavy cream, which is high in saturated fat. However, research from Stanford Medicine in 2019 suggests that a high percentage of saturated fat in low-carb diets doesn’t raise cholesterol levels. This recipe has both good nutrition and an awesome taste.
Making the Keto Chocolate Frosty
What’s awesome about this recipe is that you only need three ingredients: heavy cream, cocoa powder, and powdered erythritol.
Heavy Cream
Heavy cream is used for a creamy, rich flavor. It’s high in fat and low in net carbs, making it a perfect ingredient for a keto chocolate frosty.
Cocoa Powder
This ingredient gives your low-carb chocolate frosty all the flavor. Make sure to get unsweetened cocoa powder, as most brands mix it with regular sugar.
Erythritol (Powdered)
For this recipe, powdered erythritol is used to ensure a smooth consistency and texture. You can also use powdered monk fruit sweetener instead. If you don’t have powdered erythritol, simply take regular erythritol and run it through a food processor until it turns to powder.
Step-by-Step Keto Frosty Guide
This keto chocolate frosty not only tastes great, but it’s also high in fats and low in net carbs. Prep time will only take you a few minutes, so you can make this recipe even when you’re on the go.
Step 1: Mix All Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine heavy cream, unsweetened cocoa powder, and powdered sweetener. You can also add vanilla extract or a tablespoon of nut butter in this step.
Step 2: Use a Hand Mixer
Take out your hand mixer or use a stand mixer with the right tool to beat the heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form. Make sure not to overdo it, or you’ll end up with butter instead of whipped cream.
Step 3: Freeze
Take a spoon and place your keto frosty mixture in a glass. Put it in the freezer for about 45 minutes until it starts to form ice crystals and is barely frozen, but not frozen enough to be hard as a rock.
Step 4: Almost Done
Remove from the freezer and stir until its consistency resembles a keto chocolate frosty.
Step 5: Enjoy!
You can eat your keto chocolate frosty on its own or add your own toppings, such as coconut flakes, crushed-up keto-friendly chocolate, or unsweetened peanut butter powder for extra protein.
More Easy Keto Ice Cream Recipes
If you’re looking for more low-carb, keto diet-friendly frozen treat recipes, check out these:
- Chocolate Keto Ice Cream – a full-blown low-carb ice cream recipe that tastes delicious and smooth, with less than 5g of net carbs.
- Keto Mason Jar Ice Cream – a recipe with a prep time of only a few minutes, and a hint of vanilla thanks to the vanilla extract.
- Keto Strawberry Smoothie – a smoothie that can be turned into a frosty by throwing it in the freezer for about 30-45 minutes.
FAQs
Interested in adding more ingredients to your recipe or making it without dairy? Here are answers to the most common questions about this recipe:
Can I Add Vanilla Extract or Almond Butter?
Yes, you can! Don’t overdo it, as adding ingredients might change the texture and overall consistency of the mixture. You can add sugar-free peanut butter, almond butter, or a few drops of vanilla extract. Want to make it even smoother? Drop a dollop or two of cream cheese after you’ve already whipped the cream.
Can I Make This Keto Frosty Dairy-Free?
Yes, but not by using unsweetened almond milk or coconut milk instead of heavy whipping cream. You can’t beat nut milk into whipped cream, which is what this recipe needs. To make it dairy-free, you’d have to use crushed ice as a base and then add a nut milk of your choice and probably some nut butter to replace the consistency.
Can I Use Liquid Stevia Instead of Erythritol?
Yes, you can! However, remember to pace yourself when it comes to stevia, as it’s really easy to add too much. We’re only using 3 tablespoons of powdered erythritol here, so adding a different kind of low-carb, keto sweetener will be just fine.
Have You Tried This Recipe?
Let us know in the comments! If you made this recipe and added your own twist to it with additional ingredients or different flavor combinations, we’d love to know what you came up with and how it went!
