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Carnivore Ice Cream is a fascinating and unconventional twist on the classic frozen dessert. In this post, we'll dive into the world of Carnivore Ice Cream, exploring its ingredients, taste profile, preparation, and even its scientific foundation.
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Carnivore Ice Cream Recipe

Made with only a few ingredients, this carnivore ice cream is so easy to make and will be your go-to-dessert when following a carnivore diet.
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Carnivore Ice Cream
Servings: 4
Author: Izzy Yu

Ingredients

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 4-6 egg yolks
  • 1/4 cup beef tallow* or butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional
  • pinch of salt ** if desired

Instructions

  • In a medium saucepan, heat heavy cream until hot but not boiling.
  • Whisk egg yolks in a mixing bowl until smooth.
  • Gradually pour the beaten yolks to the heavy cream, whisking constantly.
  • Cook mixture in a saucepan over low heat until thickened.
  • Add beef tallow to the pan, and whisk to melt completely. Cool slightly, then add vanilla extract and salt.
  • Refrigerate until chilled.
  • Churn in an ice cream maker.
  • Freeze until firm. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

  • * You can also use lard or unsalted butter.
  • ** Skip salt if you don't like the savory taste in your ice cream. You can add cinnamon or cocoa powder.

Nutrition

Calories: 567kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Net Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 59g | Saturated Fat: 36g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 16g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 359mg | Sodium: 132mg | Potassium: 138mg | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 2363IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 105mg | Iron: 1mg