Ice cream is one dessert that instantly lifts our spirits. And if it's a bowl of creamy chocolate ice cream, it makes us go gaga over it. No matter what mood you may be in, chocolate ice cream somehow manages to make things better. Wouldn't you agree? While for some people, chocolate ice cream is pure indulgence and nothing beyond, for others, it can be a cause of worry. The reason being its high-calorie content. If you're on a weight loss diet, chocolate ice cream must not be on the menu. But wait, what if we told you that you can enjoy your favourite chocolate delight without any guilt? Recently, we came across a recipe shared by the Instagram page @nutrifitnessbydisha. It's all things healthy and delicious, and we suggest you try making it ASAP.
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What Makes This Chocolate Ice Cream Healthy?
This chocolate ice cream screams healthy in every possible way. Instead of cream, it consists of makhanas and almonds. Yes, you heard that right. It also replaces sugar with one of the best natural sweeteners - dates. The chocolate used in this recipe is also sugar-free, plus dark. Could it get any better? All of these ingredients are super healthy and make this chocolate ice cream highly nutritious.
Does It Offer A Similar Texture To Regular Chocolate Ice Cream?
The answer is yes! You'll be surprised to see how good this healthy variant of chocolate ice cream turns out. The texture is quite similar to that of regular chocolate ice cream, and you won't even be able to notice the difference. However, the only difference that you might notice is that it's less creamy. Apart from this, it's a heavenly ice cream you don't want to miss trying.
Chocolate Ice Cream Recipe | How To Make Healthy Chocolate Ice Cream At Home
To make this chocolate ice cream at home, you just need a handful of ingredients. Start by adding makhana, soaked almonds, sugar-free dark chocolate, dates, and milk to a mixer grinder. Blitz to combine everything until it forms a smooth consistency. Once done, transfer to a glass baking dish and spread it out evenly. Top it with a handful of choco chips and cover the dish with cling wrap. Place it in the freezer for at least 8 to 10 hours or overnight, then serve chilled. Use an ice cream scoop dipped in warm water to get that perfect scoop.
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Watch the complete recipe video below:
Doesn't that look easy to make? Whip up a batch this summer season and impress your family and friends.
About Vaishali KapilaVaishali finds comfort in eating parathas and rajma chawal but is equally enthusiastic about exploring different cuisines. When she's not eating or baking, you can often find her curled up on the couch watching her favourite TV show - FRIENDS.