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This GAPS Diet Ice Cream has been a lifesaver for us!
There’s something about this GAPS Diet Ice Cream that makes it feel like the ultimate comfort food—especially when you’re on a healing journey and have to skip so many other treats. We’ve made this recipe countless times, and honestly? I think it tastes better than regular ice cream. It’s rich, creamy, perfectly sweetened with raw honey, and totally GAPS-approved.
Simple, Nourishing Ingredients
This recipe is made with just a handful of whole food ingredients that align with the GAPS protocol. We’re talking about:
High-quality cream for healthy fats and that luxurious texture
Raw honey for natural sweetness and immune-boosting benefits
Grass-fed gelatin for gut-healing collagen
A touch of vanilla and salt to round out the flavor and make it feel like a true treat
If you can get your hands on raw cream, trust me—it takes this ice cream to the next level. But even if you’re using organic store-bought cream, it still turns out absolutely delicious.
Pro Tip for Texture
If you’re using store-bought cream, the texture might be a bit too soft straight out of the ice cream maker. No big deal—just pop it in the freezer for a few hours and let it firm up. You’ll be rewarded with the creamiest, dreamiest texture ever.
Make Gaps Diet Ice Cream Fruity
Want to switch it up? Try replacing some of the cream with fresh or frozen fruit! Use 2½ cups of cream and 4 cups of fruit—mango, strawberries, raspberries, peaches, even bananas. We especially love the big bags of frozen organic mango from Costco. Blend it all up and churn like usual. So easy and seriously delicious.
You’ll Want to Make This Again and Again
This is one of my recipes I’ll come back to again and again. It’s fast, satisfying, and packed with ingredients that support your health. Whether you’re in the middle of the GAPS intro phase or just want a cleaner way to enjoy ice cream, this one is a win.
Tried it? Leave a comment and let me know your favorite variation!
This GAPS-friendly ice cream is a creamy, nourishing treat made with high-quality cream, raw honey, and a touch of vanilla.It’s a simple, wholesome dessert that aligns with the principles of the GAPS diet, offering a delicious way to enjoy ice cream without compromising your dietary goals.
Ingredients
4 cups high-quality cream (preferably raw or organic)
2/3 cup raw honey
2–3 tablespoons vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 tablespoon grass-fed gelatin
3 tablespoons cold water
Instructions
Bloom the Gelatin In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over the cold water. Let it sit for about 5 minutes to bloom.
Warm the Gelatin Gently warm the bloomed gelatin over low heat until it dissolves completely. Be careful not to overheat.
Blend the Ingredients In a blender, combine the cream, raw honey, vanilla extract, and salt. Add the dissolved gelatin and blend until all ingredients are well incorporated.
Churn the Ice Cream Pour the mixture into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Freeze and Serve Once churned, transfer the ice cream to a container and freeze for a few hours to firm up. Serve and enjoy
Notes
For a fruity variation, reduce the cream to just 2½ cups and add 4 cups of fresh or frozen fruit. We love frozen organic mango from Costco, but strawberries, raspberries, peaches, and bananas are all delicious too!
