Pumpkin Pie Ice Cream

Pin It My latest addiction...Pumpkin Pie Ice Cream.  I don't know why I got a huge craving for pumpkin in the middle of summer, but really I'm not complaining.  :)  I love pumpkin and I love fall so why not enjoy the flavors of pumpkin pie all year round?  Plus pumpkin is super good for you and makes a great base for a delicious creamy ice cream.  I used an ice cream maker to make this, but just incase you don't have one (which is really a shame..) I'll give you a few other ways to make it in the directions because I don't want you to miss out.  Enjoy!

PUMPKIN PIE ICE CREAM

Ingredients:

3/4 cup Milk

1/4 cup Pumpkin (not pumpkin pie filling!)

1 packet Stevia

Dash cinnamon
Splash vanilla extract

Pinch allspice, cloves, and nutmeg (optional but really improves the flavor)

1/4 tsp Guar gum (also optional but it helps make it really thick)
1/3 scoop Vanilla protein powder (again this is option)

Directions:

Option 1:

1. Whisk all the ingredients together in a cup with a fork.

2. Pour into an ice cream maker and just wait till it's done!

3. Serve immediately or place in freezer for awhile to get a harder texture.

Option 2:

1. Whisk all the ingredients together in a cup with a fork.

2. Place into a shallow tupperware container to give the ice cream the most surface layer possible.

3. Place in freezer and stir every 1/2 hour or so until desired consistency is reached.

Option 3:

1. Whisk all the ingredients together in a cup with a fork.

2. Pour ice cream into a clean ice cube tray and place in freezer.

3. Once the cubes are frozen place in a high speed blender (you may need to add a little milk) and blend.

Nutrition Facts:
*Does not include protein powder*
Calories: 99
Total Fat: 0.1 g
     Sat. Fat: 0 g
Cholesterol: 3.8 mg
Sodium: 103.2 mg
Potassium: 323.5 mg
Total Carb: 17.4 g
     Dietary Fiber: 3.2 g
     Sugars: 11 g
Protein: 7.8 g
Vitamin A: 147.6%
Vitamin C: 6.4%
Calcium: 25.6%
Iron: 5.6%