Sweet Keto Cream: Making It Perfect

Keto sweet cream is a delicious, low-carb treat that can be used in a variety of desserts and drinks. It is perfect for those on a keto diet or anyone looking for a sugar-free alternative to traditional whipped cream. With just a few simple ingredients and a hand mixer, you can make a rich and creamy keto sweet cream that can be customized with different flavours. This versatile recipe is a great way to add fat and flavour to your favourite keto desserts and drinks.

Use heavy cream as the base

Making keto sweet cream is easy and only requires a few simple ingredients. The base of the cream is typically heavy cream, which is super thick and low carb. Here are the steps to make keto sweet cream using heavy cream as the base:

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of heavy cream
• Sugar substitute (erythritol, powdered Swerve, or monk fruit)
• Natural vanilla essence or extract (optional)
• Salt (optional)

Instructions:

• Make sure your heavy cream is very cold, but not frozen.
• Pour the heavy cream into a large, clean mixing bowl. Rinse the bowl with water beforehand to ensure there is no residue, as this can ruin the whipped cream.
• Add the sugar substitute to the cream. You can also add a pinch of salt to enhance the sweetness.
• Use a hand mixer to whip the cream, starting on a slow setting. Gradually increase the speed to medium as the cream thickens.
• After a couple of minutes of whipping, add the vanilla essence if desired.
• Continue whipping until the cream forms soft peaks. This can take between 3-8 minutes. Be careful not to whip past this point, or you'll start to make butter.
• Transfer the whipped cream to a serving bowl or an airtight container for storage.

Storage:

The keto whipped cream can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Store it towards the back of the fridge on a middle shelf, as it is cooler in that area. This will help preserve the peaks.

Variations:

You can also make a chocolate keto mousse by adding cocoa powder or melted keto chocolate to the heavy cream. Additionally, you can make a dairy-free version by substituting full-fat coconut cream or coconut milk for the heavy cream.

Add a sugar-free sweetener

To make keto-friendly sweet cream, you'll need to use a sugar-free sweetener. Here are some tips and instructions for this step:

When making keto sweet cream, it's important to choose a sugar-free sweetener that aligns with the keto diet's guidelines. Some recommended sugar substitutes include erythritol, monk fruit, liquid stevia, and powdered Besti Monk Fruit Allulose Blend. These options are suitable because they are low-carb or carb-free, ensuring that your sweet cream aligns with the keto diet's focus on minimizing carbohydrate intake.

It's worth noting that some sweeteners like erythritol are recommended in their powdered form to ensure a smooth and creamy texture in the final product. Additionally, some sweeteners may require conversion charts to achieve the desired level of sweetness.

When preparing your sweet cream, you'll typically combine the sweetener with heavy cream or whipping cream. This combination forms the base of your sweet cream and can be flavored with extracts like vanilla, hazelnut, or peppermint. The cream and sweetener are mixed, often using a hand mixer or a saucepan, until the mixture is smooth and the sweetener is fully dissolved.

Remember to store your keto sweet cream in an airtight container in the refrigerator. This will help maintain its texture and freshness. With the right sugar-free sweetener and careful preparation, you can enjoy a delicious and keto-friendly sweet cream.

Flavour with vanilla extract

Vanilla extract is a great way to flavour keto sweet cream and it's entirely keto-friendly with only 0.53g of carbs in a teaspoon.

If you want to make keto vanilla ice cream, you'll need a few other ingredients, including heavy cream, a sweetener, and sometimes xanthan gum.

Here's a recipe for keto vanilla ice cream that uses vanilla extract for flavouring:

Ingredients:

• 3 cups Heavy Whipping Cream, divided
• 1/3 cup Lakanto Powdered Monk Fruit Sweetener
• 2 tsp Vanilla Extract

Method:

• In a saucepan, add 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream.
• Heat it over medium heat.
• Add 2 tbsp butter to the saucepan.
• Whisk in the Lakanto powdered sweetener into the saucepan.
• Bring the mixture to a low boil, stirring occasionally.
• Remove the mixture from the heat and whisk in the xanthan gum a little at a time until smooth.
• Whisk in the vanilla extract.
• Whisk in the remaining 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream.
• Mix until all the ingredients are well combined.
• Transfer your heavy cream mixture to a loaf pan.
• Let it chill in the refrigerator for about 2 hours. Stir every 30 minutes until your keto vanilla ice cream reaches its desired consistency.
• Once the ice cream has chilled enough and reached its desired consistency, transfer it to your freezer.
• Freeze your ice cream until it firms up and becomes solid.
• To make sure that ice crystals don't form on your ice cream, you can tightly wrap the loaf pan in plastic wrap or transfer it to a freezer-safe container.
• Take your keto vanilla ice cream out of the freezer once it has become solid enough and serve.

You can also make keto vanilla ice cream with an ice cream maker. Here's a recipe:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup Heavy Cream
• 2 tbsp Sugar-Free Powdered Sweetener
• 1/4 tsp Xanthan Gum
• 1 tsp Vanilla Extract

Method:

• In a deep and wide jar, add all your ingredients and mix.
• Using an immersion or stick mixer, beat everything together until it thickens and soft peaks form.
• Cover the jar and place it in the freezer for at least 4 hours, stirring every 40 minutes to ensure it doesn't become too icy.
• Remove from the freezer and let sit for 15 minutes, then serve.

Feel free to customise your keto vanilla ice cream by adding some low-carb mix-ins, such as chopped nuts or fruits, keto chocolate chips, or crushed berries for more texture or flavour.

Make it dairy-free

To make keto coffee creamer dairy-free, use full-fat coconut milk (from a can) instead of heavy cream, including in the condensed milk and the part that is added later. Omit the butter in the condensed milk, or replace it with ghee if you can tolerate it.

If you are using a thinner liquid like almond milk, you can add xanthan gum to thicken the base. However, this is not recommended as a first choice; instead, stick to canned coconut milk if possible.

If you are making bulletproof coffee, switch the grass-fed butter for coconut oil.

Store in the fridge

Storing your keto sweet cream in the fridge is essential to keeping it fresh and prolonging its shelf life. Here are some detailed tips and instructions for storing your keto sweet cream in the fridge:

• Use a Glass Container: It is recommended to store your keto sweet cream in a glass container, such as a mason jar. Glass containers are ideal because they are non-porous, meaning they won't absorb flavours or odours from other foods in your fridge.
• Seal Tightly: Ensure that your glass container has a tight-fitting lid to prevent spills and minimise exposure to air.
• Store in a Cool, Dark Area: The ideal storage location in your fridge is on a middle shelf towards the back, where it is typically cooler and darker. This helps maintain a consistent temperature and protects the cream from light exposure, which can affect its quality over time.
• Shelf Life: Homemade keto sweet cream can last for about one month in the fridge if stored properly. However, it is always a good idea to label your container with the date it was made, so you can easily keep track of its freshness.
• Freezing: If you have made a large batch, you can freeze your keto sweet cream. Pour it into ice cube trays, and once frozen, transfer the cubes to a freezer-safe container or bag. It will keep well in the freezer for up to three months.
• Thawing: When you're ready to use your frozen keto sweet cream, simply thaw it overnight in the refrigerator, or you can add the frozen cubes directly to your hot coffee and let them melt.

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