Are you following a carnivore diet but still crave a delicious dessert? Then this recipe is for you. It’s the perfect treat to satisfy your sweet tooth – but without all the carbs. By combining a flavorful cake base with creamy carnivore ice cream, you can create a very tasty dessert.
This recipe uses a variety of ingredients that are compatible with the carnivore diet, such as whey protein powder, ricotta cheese, and butter. For those who prefer a strict carnivore approach, you can easily omit the spices like cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and ginger.
With a little patience and creativity, you’ll have a show-stopping dessert that proves you don’t have to sacrifice flavor and indulgence while following a carnivore lifestyle. Let’s get started.
👍 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Easy to Make- This recipe is straightforward. Follow the simple steps, and you’ll have a stunning ice cream cake ready with minimal fuss.
Protein Powerhouse- Packed with whey protein and ricotta cheese, this cake offers a high-protein punch that’s perfect for fueling your muscles and keeping you full longer.
Guilt-Free Indulgence- Indulge in a dessert that aligns with your dietary goals. Whether you’re on a carnivore, keto, or low-carb diet, this cake fits right in without derailing your progress.
✨ Recipe Ingredients
To make the carnivore ice cream cake you will need:
- Carnivore Ice Cream (here is my recipe)
- 6.5 oz (180g) Whey Protein Powder
- 4 teaspoons Cream of Tartar
- 5 Eggs
- 2 teaspoons Baking Soda
- 1 teaspoon Glycine
- 14oz (400g) Ricotta Cheese
- 4.5 oz (130g) Butter
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cardamom (omit if strict carnivore)
- 2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon (omit if strict carnivore)
- 2 teaspoons Ground Cloves (omit if strict carnivore)
- 1 teaspoon Nutmeg (omit if strict carnivore)
- 3 teaspoons Ground Ginger (omit if strict carnivore)
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Beef Gelatin Powder
- Optional: carnivore whipped cream for frosting.
Important: as I mentioned, there are seasonings you can omit if following a strict carnivore diet. In the photos here you can see 2 versions of this ice cream cake: with and without the seasonings.
👨🍳 How To Make
Follow these steps to make this amazing carnivore diet ice cream cake:
Step 1
Start by preheating the oven to 325°F (165°C). Then, mix whey protein powder with cream of tartar, baking soda, and glycine. Set aside.
Step 2
In a stand mixer (you can also use a hand mixer), mix ricotta cheese with butter until well combined.
Step 3
Add 5 eggs – one by one. Take your time, add one egg, wait for everything to be mixed, then add the next egg.
Step 4
Add ground cardamom, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, nutmeg, ground ginger, baking powder, and beef gelatin powder. Mix well.
Step 5
Add the dry ingredients (from step 1). Mix lightly with a spatula until everything is well combined (important!).
Step 6
Pour the mixture into a silicone loaf pan. Place on the baking sheet and bake for 40-45 minutes.
Step 7
Remove from the oven. Use a sharp and long knife to slice the loaf in half lengthwise.
Step 8
Spoon carnivore ice cream onto one part, and top with the second. Wrap with cling wrap and place in the refrigerator overnight. Then you can slice and enjoy this amazing carnivore ice cream cake!
💡Tips
1. Achieve the Perfect Texture
To create a light and fluffy cake texture, it’s important to mix the ricotta cheese and butter until they are well combined. Use a stand mixer or a hand mixer to achieve a smooth, homogeneous mixture.
When adding the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, fold them in gently with a spatula but make sure everything is very well combined – it should take a few minutes.
2. Refrigeration and Serving Tips
Refrigerating the cake overnight is important for allowing the flavors to meld and the structure to firm up. Place the wrapped cake on a flat surface in your refrigerator to avoid any shifting.
Before serving, let the cake sit at room temperature for about 10-15 minutes to make slicing easier. Use a sharp knife for clean slices, and wipe the knife between cuts to maintain neat edges.
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Carnivore Ice Cream Cake
- Carnivore Ice Cream (here is my recipe)
- 6.5 oz Whey Protein Powder (180g)
- 5 Eggs
- 4 teaspoons Cream of Tartar
- 2 teaspoons Baking Soda
- 1 teaspoon Glycine
- 14 oz Ricotta Cheese (400g)
- 4.5 oz Butter (130g)
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cardamom (omit if strict carnivore)
- 2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon (omit if strict carnivore)
- 2 teaspoons Ground Cloves (omit if strict carnivore)
- 1 teaspoon Nutmeg (omit if strict carnivore)
- 3 teaspoons Ground Ginger (omit if strict carnivore)
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Beef Gelatin Powder
- Start by preheating the oven to 325°F (165°C). Then, mix whey protein powder with cream of tartar, baking soda, and glycine. Set aside.
- In a stand mixer (you can also use a hand mixer), mix ricotta cheese with butter until well combined.
- Add 5 eggs – one by one. Take your time, add one egg, wait for everything to be mixed, then add the next egg.
- Add ground cardamom, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, nutmeg, ground ginger, baking powder, and beef gelatin powder. Mix well.
- Add the dry ingredients (from step 1). Mix lightly with a spatula until everything is well combined (important!).
- Pour the mixture into a silicone loaf pan. Place on the baking sheet and bake for 40-45 minutes.
- Remove from the oven. Use a sharp and long knife to slice the loaf in half lengthwise.
- Spoon carnivore ice cream onto one part, and top with the second. Wrap with cling wrap and place in the refrigerator overnight. Then you can slice and enjoy this amazing carnivore ice cream cake!
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