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Scooping creamy ricotta peanut butter ice cream into a glass, showing its soft, no-churn texture.

Ricotta Peanut Butter Ice Cream | No-Churn, Refined Sugar-Free

Annie, Healthy Food by Annie
This dreamy, nutrient-rich no-churn ice cream is a must-try dessert that skips the ice cream machine without sacrificing flavour. Each bite is packed with rich peanut butter, creamy ricotta, and sweet rum-soaked raisins. The smooth, melt-in-your-mouth texture holds beautifully, making it the ultimate warm-weather treat or post-dinner indulgence.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Freeze Time: 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Course Dessert, Healthy Snacks & Treats
Cuisine Gluten-Free, Gluten-Free Option, Refined Sugar Free
Servings 4
Calories 398 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Mixture

  • 1⅔ cup (400 g) whole milk ricotta cheese
  • 2 tbsp natural smooth peanut butter
  • ½ banana
  • 30 ml (1 shot) dark or golden rum
  • ⅓ cup (50g) raisins
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • Pinch of salt

Peanut Butter Swirl

  • 3 - 4 tbsp tablespoons smooth peanut butter
  • 2 tbsp tablespoon honey

Instructions
 

  • Prepare Rum-Soaked Raisins
    Place raisins in a small bowl and add the rum. Microwave for 30 seconds to 1 minute, until hot and plumped. Let cool for 5 minutes. Drain and reserve any remaining rum.
  • Prepare Peanut Butter Swirl
    In a separate bowl, mix peanut butter and honey until smooth. Set aside.
  • Blend Main Ingredients
    In a food processor, blend ricotta cheese, peanut butter, banana, vanilla extract, honey, reserved rum, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  • Fold in Raisins
    Gently stir in the soaked, cooled raisins.
  • Add to Container with Swirl
    Pour mixture into a freezer-safe container. Drizzle half the peanut butter swirl on top and swirl with a spoon.
  • First Freeze Cycle
    Freeze for 1.5 to 2 hours. Remove, stir gently, and swirl in the remaining peanut butter mix.
  • Final Freeze Cycle
    Freeze for another 2 hours or until fully set.
  • Serve and Enjoy
    Scoop into bowls or cones. Enjoy creamy, homemade ice cream without the guilt!
  • Serving Tip
    If frozen for longer, let the ice cream sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before scooping for the best texture.

Notes

 

Nutrition Facts per Serving
Nutrition per serving: 1 of 4 servings, Calories: 398, Protein: 13 g, Carbohydrate: 33 g, Net Carb: 32 g, Sugars:25.6 g, Fat: 23 g, Saturated Fat: 9.5 g, Fiber: 1.4 g, Sodium: 205 mg, Calcium: 180 mg, Iron: 1.1 mg
 
 
Nutrition Facts Notes:
  • Makes about 2 medium scoops (100g) per serving.
  • This recipe is refined sugar-free, and the sugars come naturally from honey, banana, and raisins, which also provide small amounts of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
  • Made with natural peanut butter and whole milk ricotta, both of which contribute to healthy fats and a satisfying creamy texture.
  • Provides a moderate amount of protein, mainly from dairy and peanuts, which helps support fullness and muscle maintenance.
  • The use of natural ingredients like banana, honey, and raisins adds flavor and sweetness without processed additives.
  • Contains a moderate level of sodium, mostly from the ricotta and peanut butter, and remains within a balanced range per serving.
  • The rum is added for flavor and most of the alcohol content is reduced during freezing, so it has minimal impact on nutrition per serving.
These values are approximate and actual values may vary based on the specific brands or type of ingredients used.
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