Healthy Ice Cream Alternatives For When an Entire Pint Just Isn't an Option
Ice cream is one of those things that will always be there for us on a hot Summer day (or cold Winter night, to be totally honest), after a breakup, or simply as a postdinner treat. While deep down we know we're more than capable of consuming an entire pint in one sitting, read ahead to find out how we choose to indulge in some high-protein, low-carb, and all-around-delicious frozen alternatives.
Vegan Strawberry Fudgsicles
These will not only satisfy your ice cream craving but your chocolate craving as well. With only four vegan ingredients, this recipe couldn't be easier.
Get the recipe: vegan strawberry fudgsicles
Keto Coconut Ice Cream
This coconut ice cream is low-maintenance (no churning required!), not to mention sugar-free, low-carb, and gluten-free.
Get the recipe: keto coconut ice cream
Vegan Banana Peanut Butter Ice Cream
This yummy alternative to our postdinner Ben & Jerry's is low in fat, calories, and cholesterol, with an added bonus of fiber and protein!
Get the recipe: vegan banana peanut butter ice cream
Raspberry-Tomato Yogurt Pops
These taste as good as they look! These berry pops require 1 1/2 cups of raspberries and 1/2 cup of cherry tomatoes, making for a subtle yet yummy taste that can be sweetened with almond or coconut milk.
Get the recipe: raspberry-tomato yogurt pops
Peanut Butter Protein Smoothie
Attention, peanut butter fans: this tasty smoothie offers 30 grams of protein (with half as many carbs) and goes great with any meal of the day.
Get the recipe: peanut butter protein smoothie
Matcha Ice Cream
You can use the same matcha powder you do for your morning latte for this simple and guilt-free ice cream recipe.
Get the recipe: matcha ice cream
Frozen Yogurt Cupcakes
Frozen yogurt cupcakes are made with hearty ingredients such as Greek yogurt, strawberries, and bananas and only have 30 calories each!
Get the recipe: frozen yogurt cupcakes
Thin-Mint Smoothie
This quick and easy smoothie, made with spinach and Greek yogurt, is sure to satisfy your Girl Scout cookie craving.
Get the recipe: thin-mint smoothie
Green Smoothie Popsicles
Your favorite green smoothie in solid form, made with spinach, coconut milk, strawberries, and bananas.
Get the recipe: green smoothie popsicles
Frozen Strawberry Dessert
Finally use those frozen strawberries in your freezer for this delicious dessert, featuring pecans, strawberries, and gluten-free oat flower.
Get the recipe: frozen strawberry dessert