1. What is Low-Calorie Horchata Ice Cream?

Low-Calorie Horchata Ice Cream is a creamy dessert inspired by the traditional Mexican drink, horchata, but made with healthier ingredients for guilt-free indulgence.

2. How many calories are in Low-Calorie Horchata Ice Cream?

Each serving contains roughly 100 calories, making it a great lower-calorie alternative to traditional ice cream.

3. Can I substitute the almond milk in Low-Calorie Horchata Ice Cream?

Absolutely! Any unsweetened plant-based milk, like cashew or oat milk, can be used as a substitute for almond milk.

4. Is Low-Calorie Horchata Ice Cream easy to make?

Yes! This recipe is simple and requires no special techniques, making it perfect for beginners.

5. How can I customize my Low-Calorie Horchata Ice Cream?

You can add mix-ins like fruits, nuts, or different cereals, or adjust the sweetness to your liking, allowing for endless variations!

Low-Calorie Horchata Ice Cream

Name: Low-Calorie Horchata Ice Cream
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 24 h
Total time: 24 h 15 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 6 ounces of unsweetened almond milk; 4 ounces of light cream; 3 tablespoons of low-fat cottage cheese (1% fat and 50% less sodium); 1/4 cup granulated Allulose sweetener; 1/2 teaspoon of Lorann’s horchata flavoring oil; 1/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon; 1/8 teaspoon of guar gum; 2 tablespoons of Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal (optional); 1 to 2 tablespoons of light cream (optional)

Description

A refreshing, low-calorie ice cream inspired by the traditional Mexican horchata drink, perfect for summer days.

Ingredients

Scale

6 ounces of unsweetened almond milk
4 ounces of light cream
3 tablespoons of low-fat cottage cheese (1% fat and 50% less sodium)
1/4 cup granulated Allulose sweetener
1/2 teaspoon of Lorann’s horchata flavoring oil
1/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon of guar gum
2 tablespoons of Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal (optional)
1 to 2 tablespoons of light cream (optional)

Instructions

Combine your ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
Transfer the mixture into a Ninja Creami container, leaving space for expansion.
Freeze the container flat for 24 hours.
After freezing, flatten out any domes in the ice cream with a spatula.
Process in the Ninja Creami using the ‘Lite Ice Cream’ setting.
If desired, add optional cream and process again if too crumbly.
Add Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal as mix-ins and process again.
Scoop and serve your Horchata Ice Cream.

Notes

Blend thoroughly for best texture and be patient during the freezing process.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1440 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Freezing
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/2 cup
Calories: 100
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 50mg
Fat: 4g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: horchata, ice cream, low-calorie, dessert, summer treat