Craving something sweet and delicious, but trying to stay healthy? Our Sugar Free Rocky Road Ice Cream recipe made in the Ninja Creami is the perfect solution! Packed with flavor and creamy texture, this guilt-free treat will satisfy your sweet tooth without the added sugar. Try it today and enjoy a dessert that's both delicious and nutritious!
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- Calling all ice cream lovers!
- 5 reasons you'll love this sugar free rocky road ice cream
- Ingredients Notes
- Best protein powders to use in this recipe
- Steps by step instructions
- Other ninja creami ice cream recipes you might enjoy
- Recipe tips
- What to serve with your ice cream
- Recipe variations
- Frequently asked questions
- Recipe Card
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The original rocky road ice cream was created in the United States during the Great Depression. It was made by mixing together chocolate ice cream, nuts, and marshmallows, which were all inexpensive ingredients at the time.
The name "rocky road" is said to have been inspired by the difficult economic times, as well as the bumpy texture of the marshmallows and nuts. Today, rocky road ice cream is a popular flavor enjoyed around the world.
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5 reasons you'll love this sugar free rocky road ice cream
- It's sugar-free: If you're watching your sugar intake, you'll love that this recipe is completely sugar-free. You can indulge in a delicious dessert without worrying about the impact on your blood sugar levels.
- Creamy texture: You'll love how the ice cream feels in your mouth as you savor each bite.
- Chocolate and nuts: Rocky road ice cream is all about the chocolate and nuts, and this recipe doesn't disappoint. It includes rich chocolate and chopped pecans, creating a deliciously satisfying crunch with every spoonful.
- Easy to make: With just a few simple ingredients and a ninja creami ice cream machine, you can whip up a batch of creamy, decadent ice cream in no time.
- Customizable: Want to make this recipe your own? You can easily swap out the nuts or chocolate for your favorite varieties, or add in extra ingredients like coconut flakes or chopped fruit to create your own unique flavor combination.
Ingredients Notes
Rocky road ice cream typically includes chocolate ice cream, marshmallows, and nuts, such as pecans, almonds or walnuts.
- Nut Milk: we used unsweetened vanilla almond milk, you can use your preferred nut milk or milk alternative for this recipe. You can also use traditional milk.
- Protein Powder: we love using this vanilla whey protein powder for all our ice cream recipes.
- Sweetener: use your powdered sweetener of choice, we used erythritol for this recipe.
- Cream Cheese: adds creaminess and richness to this sugar free rocky road ice cream
- Sugar Free Marshmallows: we buy these sugar free marshmallows on amazon and we use them in a variety of recipes like this Fruity Crispy Treats recipe.
- Nuts: we prefer pecans as they are not too crunchy, especially when frozen. However, you can go traditional with almonds or walnuts.
- Sugar Free Chocolate Chips:
See the recipe card for the full list of ingredients and quantities.
Best protein powders to use in this recipe
- Prime Protein by Equip - one of the best choices for diabetics, providing 25 grams of protein, 130 calories, 3 grams of carbs, 2 grams of fiber, and 0 grams of sugar per serving, making it a clean, sugar-free, and easily digestible option that supports blood sugar management and overall health.
- Transparent Labs Grass Fed Whey Vanilla: This grass-fed whey protein isolate provides 28 grams of protein per 120-calorie serving, with 2 grams of carbs, 1 gram of fiber, and 1 gram of sugar.
- Orgain Organic Plant-Based Protein Powder: This plant-based protein powder has 21 grams of protein, 150 calories, 4 grams of carbs, 5 grams of fiber, and no sugar per serving.
Steps by step instructions
How to make the Ninja Creami Rocky Road Ice Cream
STEP 1: Blend almond milk, cocoa powder, protein powder, vanilla extract, sweetener, guar gum and cream cheese on high for about 30 seconds using a blender. Next, pour the mixture into a Ninja Creami pint, seal the lid tightly, and freeze for 24 hours.
Freeze the marshmallows separately in the fridge.
STEP 2: take the pint out of the freezer after 24 hours and remove the lid. Then, put it in the outer container of the Ninja Creami ice cream maker and place the blade lid on top. Lock it securely in place.
Next, turn on the machine and press the "Smoothie Bowl" button. Let the machine run until the ice cream is ready.
STEP 3: Roughly chop the pecans and cut the frozen sugar-free marshmallows into ¼" pieces. Create a well down the centre of the ice cream and add half of the marshmallows, pecans and chocolate chips. Use the "mix-in" function on the Ninja Creami machine and spin again.
Alternatively you can fold in the marshmallows, chocolate chips and pecans. Serve with a few extra toppings of marshmallows, chocolate chips and pecans.
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Recipe tips
Here are two tips for making the best sugar-free rocky road ice cream:
- Use high-quality ingredients: Since you're making a sugar-free version of rocky road ice cream, it's important to use high-quality ingredients to ensure that your ice cream tastes delicious. Use premium cocoa powder and sugar substitutes that you enjoy the taste of.
- Don't skimp on the add-ins: Rocky road ice cream is all about the mix-ins, so don't be afraid to go all out! Use plenty of chopped nuts, sugar-free marshmallows to give your ice cream the classic rocky road flavor and texture.
What to serve with your ice cream
If you're looking for something to serve with your sugar-free rocky road ice cream, here are a few ideas:
- Fresh berries: Berries are a great low-carb option that pairs well with ice cream. Try serving your rocky road ice cream with fresh strawberries, raspberries, or blueberries.
- Whipped cream: Homemade whipped cream is low in carbs and adds a creamy, indulgent touch to your ice cream. You can make whipped cream by whipping heavy cream with a sugar substitute like stevia or erythritol.
- Sugar-free chocolate sauce: You can make a sugar-free chocolate sauce by melting unsweetened chocolate with a sugar substitute like stevia or erythritol. Drizzle it over your rocky road ice cream for an extra chocolate flavor.
Recipe variations
If you want to mix up the flavors of your low-carb rocky road ice cream, here are some variation ideas:
- Mint chocolate chip: Add a few drops of peppermint extract and some chopped sugar-free dark chocolate to the ice cream mixture after churning and then use the "mix-in" button to combine it.
- Peanut butter chocolate: Swirl some sugar-free peanut butter into the ice cream mixture before freezing, and add some chopped sugar-free dark chocolate and peanuts for extra crunch.
- Chocolate almond: Replace the chopped pecans in the rocky road recipe with chopped almonds, and add some sugar-free chocolate chips to the ice cream mixture.
- Coconut chocolate: Toast some unsweetened coconut flakes and mix them into the ice cream mixture before freezing, and add some chopped sugar-free dark chocolate for extra richness.
- Raspberry chocolate: Swirl some sugar-free raspberry jam into the ice cream mixture before freezing, and add some chopped sugar-free dark chocolate for a sweet and tart flavor combination.
Frequently asked questions
Yes, you can use regular chocolate and marshmallows instead of sugar-free versions if you prefer. However, keep in mind that this will increase the sugar and carb content of the recipe.
The choice of sugar substitute is a personal preference. Popular options include stevia, erythritol, allulose, and monk fruit sweetener. Choose a sugar substitute that you enjoy the taste of and that measures like sugar.
This recipe is specifically designed for use with an ice cream maker. While it may be possible to make it without one, the texture and consistency may not be the same.
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Recipe Card
Ninja Creami Healthy Rocky Road Ice Cream (Sugar Free)
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
- 1 tablespoon Cocoa Powder
- 2.5 tablespoon low carb vanilla protein powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ tablespoon low carb sweetener
- 1 oz cream cheese softened
- ¼ teaspoon guar gum
- 3 sugar free marshmallows freeze and then cut into ¼ inch pieces
- ½ cup chopped pecans
- ¼ cup sugar free chocolate chips
Instructions
- Use the multiplier above to adjust quantities based on your machine: 1X for Original 7 in 1 (16 ounces) and 1.5X for Deluxe (24 ounces).
- Blend all ingredients (except marshmallows, chocolate chips and pecans) in a blender for 30 seconds. Transfer to a ninja creami pint, place the lid on and freeze for 24 hours. Freese the marshmallows at this point as well.1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk, 1 tablespoon Cocoa Powder, 2.5 tablespoon low carb vanilla protein powder, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, ¼ tablespoon low carb sweetener, 1 oz cream cheese softened, ¼ teaspoon guar gum
- After 24 hours remove the pint from the freezer, remove the lid and place into the Ninja Creami outer container. Lock the blade lid and lock into the machine. Use the smoothie or lite ice function.
- Create a well down the center of the ice cream and add half of the frozen marshmallows, pecans and sugar free chocolate chips, use the "mix-in" function on the ninja creami and spin again. Alternatively, you can fold them in. Serve with the remaining marshmallows, pecans and chocolate chips as a topping.3 sugar free marshmallows, ½ cup chopped pecans, ¼ cup sugar free chocolate chips
Notes
- Use high-quality ingredients: It's important to use high-quality ingredients to ensure that your ice cream tastes delicious. Use premium cocoa powder and sugar substitutes that you enjoy the taste of.
- Don't skimp on the add-ins: Rocky road ice cream is all about the mix-ins, so don't be afraid to go all out! Use plenty of chopped nuts, sugar-free marshmallows to give your ice cream the classic rocky road flavor and texture.
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swathi says
Love this rocky road icecream as it is sugar-free version, my hubby can also enjoy.
Genevieve says
You can never go wrong with Rocky Road ice cream! This recipe looks delicious and I love that I can make it with my Ninja Creami!
Juyali says
I've been experimenting with my new Ninja and this recipe was just perfect for a newbie like me. Delicious!!
Alex says
I’m so happy I made this recipe! I love chocolate a little too much, so the fact that this recipe is super easy and sugar-free is a huge plus!