If you’re on a keto or diabetic-friendly diet and missing rich, scoopable chocolate ice cream, this is the recipe you’ve been waiting for. Made with just a handful of ingredients and the magic of the Ninja Creami, this sugar-free treat delivers bold chocolate flavor with a perfectly smooth texture—and no cooking required.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
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No Cooking Needed – Just blend, freeze, and spin.
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Keto & Diabetic-Friendly – Only 1.8g net carbs per serving.
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Customizable – Add nuts, swirls, or chocolate chips.
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Perfect Texture – Thanks to the Ninja Creami’s Re-spin function.
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Quick Prep – Only 5 minutes of active time.
Ingredients
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¾ cup unsweetened almond milk
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¾ cup heavy cream
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¼ cup Swerve or allulose (or your preferred keto sweetener)
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2 tbsp Dutch-process cocoa powder
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1 tsp sugar-free vanilla extract
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Optional: 2 tbsp keto-friendly dark chocolate chips
How to Make It
Step 1: Blend Your Base
In a blender, combine:
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Almond milk
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Heavy cream
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Sweetener
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Cocoa powder
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Vanilla extract
Blend until smooth and fully combined.
Step 2: Freeze
Pour the blended mixture into your Ninja Creami pint container.
Freeze completely flat for at least 24 hours.
Step 3: Spin It
Remove from the freezer and let sit for 5 minutes.
Place the pint in the Ninja Creami and select “Lite Ice Cream.”
If the result is crumbly or powdery, use the Re-spin function up to 2–3 times for a creamy texture.
Step 4: Add Mix-Ins (Optional)
Add chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or your favorite extras.
Use the Mix-In setting to blend them in.
No Ninja Creami? No Problem.
If you don’t have a Creami:
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Add ¼ tsp guar gum to the blended base for better scoopability.
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Pour into a freezer-safe container and freeze for 2–3 hours.
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Let thaw on the counter for 10–15 minutes before serving.
Tips for Best Results
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Avoid over-blending. This keeps the texture ultra-smooth.
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Leave headroom. Don’t fill the pint to the brim—ice cream expands as it freezes.
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Use Re-spin. Powdery texture? Don’t panic. Just Re-spin.
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Add a splash of almond milk if needed to loosen the texture.
FAQ
Why is it powdery after spinning?
Re-spin! The texture often improves after 1–2 spins.
Can I use a different sweetener?
Yes, allulose and monk fruit work great. Avoid erythritol—it may cause grittiness.
Is this diabetic-friendly?
Yes—no sugar added and low glycemic index sweeteners.
How long can I store it?
Keep it in the Creami pint, sealed, for up to 2 weeks. Re-spin before serving again.
Final Thoughts
This Ninja Creami Keto Chocolate Ice Cream is everything you want in a dessert—luxuriously creamy, deeply chocolatey, and completely guilt-free. Whether you’re keto, diabetic, or just cutting sugar, this recipe brings indulgence without compromise. Make it once, and it’ll be your new freezer staple.
Keto Chocolate Ice Cream (Low-Carb & Diabetic-Friendly)
This rich, creamy, and guilt-free chocolate ice cream is a dream come true for anyone following a keto or diabetic-friendly lifestyle. With just a handful of ingredients and a Ninja Creami, you can enjoy a low-carb, sugar-free frozen treat that’s indulgent and refreshing—perfect for hot summer days or anytime chocolate cravings strike.
Course: Dessert
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Freezing Time: 24 hours
Total Time: 24 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories (per serving): 166.9 kcal
Ingredients
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¾ cup unsweetened almond milk
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¾ cup heavy cream
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¼ cup allulose or Swerve (or your favorite keto-friendly sweetener)
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2 tbsp Dutch-process cocoa powder
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1 tsp sugar-free vanilla extract
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Optional: 2 tbsp keto-friendly dark chocolate chips
Instructions
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Blend the Base
Add the almond milk, heavy cream, sweetener, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract to a blender. Blend until smooth and well combined. -
Freeze
Pour the blended mixture into a Ninja Creami pint container. Freeze for 24 hours to fully solidify. -
Spin into Ice Cream
After 24 hours, remove the container from the freezer and let it sit at room temperature for 5–10 minutes. Place it in the Ninja Creami and run the Light Ice Cream function. -
Refine the Texture
If the ice cream is crumbly or powdery after the first spin, use the Re-Spin function 2–3 times until it reaches a creamy consistency. -
Optional Mix-In
For added texture and flavor, add keto-friendly chocolate chips and run the Mix-In cycle.
Nutrition Information (Per Serving)
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Calories: 166.9 kcal
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Total Carbs: 3g
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Fiber: 1.1g
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Net Carbs: 1.9g
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Protein: 2g
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Fat: 17g
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Saturated Fat: 10.5g
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Sodium: 73.6mg
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Potassium: 81.9mg
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Sugar: 1.5g
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Vitamin A: 656 IU
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Vitamin C: 0.3mg
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Calcium: 89mg
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Iron: 0.4mg
