An easy keto strawberry fluff dessert recipe that whips up in a blender or mixing bowl. It's super quick to prepare this delicious low carb treat.
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Last month I did very well with not eating a lot of sweet low carb foods. However, I decided to get one more treat posted before Valentine's Day.
My husband usually buys me a stuffed animal with a small box of candy for Valentine's. But, he knows I follow a low carb diet so I always give the candy away.
Why do special occasions have to be associated with sugary foods? I'd rather have a nice juicy grilled steak to celebrate a special day.
But, to be in line with a day to show appreciation to those you love, I gave in and made a few treats. I came up with this strawberry fluff dessert recipe to celebrate with minimal carbs.
As many of you know from reading my blog, I've been moving away from erythritol sweetener blends. Instead, I've been using concentrated stevia and monk fruit.
Since most people prefer the bulk sweeteners, I will continue to give the amount of sugar equivalent needed. But, I'm using zero total carb sugar replacements when possible.
Although many still completely subtract erythritol, it seems to have an effect on me so I always take it into consideration. Recently, I found out I'm sensitive to all corn products so that could be why.
I used a half teaspoon stevia drops and one fourth teaspoon monk fruit drops rather than a third cup of low carb sweetener in the strawberry fluff dessert recipe. It is less sweet than if you use a erythritol blend.
It took me a while to get to the point where I am now with sweeteners. When making treats for others, I always use erythritol blends as most people need that extra sweetness.
I do recommend that you try backing off on sweeteners as you progress in eating low carb. You'll find that you get to a point where you don't enjoy sweets anymore.
And, a lot of people still see low carb as a temporary plan for weight loss. It's really a lifestyle choice for better health and wellness.
Why would anyone want to go back to eating the standard high carb low fat diet when it only leads to disease and weight gain? I don't even miss the foods I used to eat.
So, when I post recipes like this strawberry fluff dessert, I always suggest that people adjust the sweetness to taste. And, feel free to use whatever low carb sweetener you prefer.
To get the fluffiest result, I do recommend whipping the mixture with an electric mixer. You want it to be fluffy like a whipped mousse.
However, a good blender should be able to add volume as well. And, you can use any berries you wish. But, strawberries are one of the best low carb fruits.
Low Carb Strawberry Fluff Dessert Recipe
If you prefer more of a mousse, check out my low carb raspberry mousse. You can use that recipe similarly to make a low carb strawberry dessert.
Want another low carb strawberry dessert that's perfect for Valentine's Day? Check out my coconut flour mug cake.
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Recipe
Strawberry Fluff Dessert
Video
Ingredients
- 1 cup strawberries fresh or frozen
- 1 ½ cup heavy cream
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- ⅓ cup low carb sugar substitute adjust as desired (see note)
- 1 teaspoon grass-fed gelatin unflavored
- 2 tablespoons boiling water
- 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoon homemade low carb chocolate shavings or chopped
- fresh mint for garnishing optional
Instructions
- Wash strawberries with cold water. Separate leaves. Cut in half.
- In a blender or mixing bowl, pour cream, strawberries, sweetener and cream cheese. Blend well, scraping the sides. Continue to blend.
- In a cup with gelatin, add boiling water and stir until gelatin is completely dissolved.
- Pour gelatin mixture slowly into strawberry mixture as you whip it together.
- Transfer mixture to your serving glasses, leaving about ¼ inches space from the brim.
- Refrigerate for 3 to 4 hours. If you’re in a hurry, place in the freezer for 45 minutes to 1 hour to chill.
- Once chilled, sprinkle cocoa powder on top, add chocolate bits, garnish with fresh mint and fresh strawberries.
- When serving for Valentine’s Day, add some heart-shaped homemade low carb chocolates.
Notes
Low Carb Sweeteners | Keto Sweetener Conversion Chart
Nutrition
Additional Info
Notes on Nutritional Information
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Debra
This is an absolute delicious light fluffy dessert. It would be excellent for breakfast too. Perfect creamy texture and sweet with lots of strawberry flavour. Luckily I don’t have to share mine with anyone so I divide into 7 bowls to last for a week.
Chrys
Strawberry heaven! I just made this using my fresh frozen strawberries, which cut the time needed in the fridge by half. Though it was also a great consistency straight from my processor (I may have consumed half a serving right then....). Thank you for another fantastic recipe that the whole family loves!
Lisa
You're welcome Chrys!
Meshea
Can I use sugarfree jello, fresh strawberries, and cream cheese without any other sweetener??
Lisa
That should work okay although I haven't tested it myself.
Becca
Forgive me if I missed it...what is Swerve? My husband and I have just began the low carb lifestyle and I am not familiar with all the sweeteners. Thank you in advance!
Lisa
It's a popular one-for-one sugar replacement. You can use any sweetener you prefer in this recipe.
Jen
What can I sub gelatin with?
Lisa
Something like agar agar or xyla.
Nikki Butler
How well does this hold up in the fridge if made ahead of time?
Lisa
It holds up well. I usually make it a day before.
Mary
The video appears to have a larger volume of boiling water and gelatin than what is stated in recipe. My mixture was very thick and I spooned it into dessert cups vs pouring in. Nonetheless DE L I C I O U S!
Lisa
You could add in more if you think it's too thick.
Robin
I made this dessert, only instead of heavy cream I used a can of coconut milk. I also used sugar free strawberry gelatine in place of the plain.
I am not a chocolate lover so used walnuts for the topping.
Results were fantastic!
Thank you for the recipe will be making it often.
Lisa
You're welcome Robin! I bet the strawberry gelatin really upped the flavor!
Michelle
What would be the serving size for the nutritional facts ?
Lisa
It's about a cup or a little less.
Michelle Le dudd
Nice
Melissa
Can you just use Splenda? And why in alot of the recipes do you have to use multiple sweeteners 8 stead of just one?
Lisa
You can sub Splenda for the Swerve. I like to mix sweeteners because I find the taste is much better.
Maureen
Hi Lisa! Just whipped this up. It tastes delicious already. Thanks for the lovely recipe!
Lisa
You're welcome Maureen.
Troy L Carroll
Lisa I was wondering where in the mountains of Western North,Carolina can I purchase the grass feed gelatin for the strawberry recipe/
Troy
Lisa MarcAurele
You don't have to use grass-fed gelatin if you can't find it. Knox gelatin packet work too.