Xanthan Gum is a popular food additive that’s commonly added to foods as a thicker or stabilizer a vegan alternative to gelatin. It’s created when the sugar is fermented by bacteria called “Xanthomonas campestris”. It is having a lot of health benefits including a subsequent decrease in blood cholesterol.
As it gives a feeling of fullness so is beneficial in losing weight. Xanthan helps get rid of constipation, is helpful for people with neurological problems who cannot drink the liquid, and works as a saliva substitute for people who have dry mouths.
Xanthan is used in making a very popular ice cream recipe that will become your favorite if you are a protein shake or smoothie lover. It gives ice cream a smoother texture and prevents items from separating. Made with a few simple ingredients, it’s a healthy and delicious way to enjoy your ice cream while simultaneously reaching one’s goals.
Ingredients
- Xanthan gum: One can get it easily from any baking or health-food aisle in nearby supermarkets.
- Milk: Unsweetened vanilla almond milk is best in this recipe, but other types like dairy, coconut, or oat milk can also be used.
- Frozen fruit: Any type of frozen fruit, like strawberries, blueberries, mangoes, bananas, or cherries, can be used. I preferred using mixed berries.
- Protein powder: One can use any flavored collagen powder. I used strawberry flavor as it’s my favorite. It mixes well with other ingredients. If one has an allergy to dairy, plant-based protein powders can too be used.
Instructions to Make Xanthan Gum Protein Ice Cream
- Take a clean blender and add xanthan gum, protein powder, and almond milk and mix well. Blend so well that all the ingredients unite perfectly. For clearing the sides, one can use a rubber spatula.
- Now split out all the content from the blender into a container and leave it in the refrigerator for about 3 hours.
- If left to freeze for longer, then allow the mixture to thaw a little defrost before scooping it out.
- Serve chilled and don’t forget to garnish it with crushed chocolate, nuts, or fresh berries.
FAQs?
For how long it can be stored?
It can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 2 months. Keep it in an air-tight container. Just scoop out a serving whenever you want to eat and enjoy.
How can it be used for weight gain?
It can help people who are looking for high-calorie as well healthy food to increase their weight as it contains a good protein powder and besides use full-fat coconut milk instead of dairy or almond milk. Moreover to increase the protein content add an extra spoon of protein powder or use high-protein soya milk.
Xanthan Gum Protein Ice Cream Recipe
Ingredients
- Xanthan gum: One can get it easily from any baking or health-food aisle in nearby supermarkets.
- Milk: Unsweetened vanilla almond milk is best in this recipe but other types like dairy, coconut, or oat milk can also be used.
- Frozen fruit: Any type of frozen fruit like strawberries, blueberries, mangoes, bananas, or cherries, can be used. I preferred using mixed berries.
- Protein powder: One can use any flavored collagen powder. I used strawberry flavor as it’s my favorite. It mixes well with other ingredients. If one has an allergy to dairy plant-based protein powders can too be used.
Instructions
- Take a clean blender and add xanthan gum, protein powder, and almond milk and mix well. Blend so well that all the ingredients unite perfectly. For clearing the sides, one can use a rubber spatula.
- Now split out all the content from the blender into a container and leave it in the refrigerator for about 3 hours.
- If left to freeze for longer, then allow the mixture to thaw a little defrost before scooping it out.
- Serve chilled and don’t forget to garnish it with crushed chocolate, nuts, or fresh berries.
