Source: diabete.net

Presentation

An ice cream dessert also suitable for diabetics, prepared with milk, cream, isomalt, sugar, cornstarch, sweetener, eggs and chocolate

Ingredients
Yield: about 700 g (≈ 1.5 lb / ~3 cups) gelato, serves 8

• 500 g (about 17.5 oz / 2 cups) milk
• 250 g (about 8.8 oz / 1 cup) heavy cream
• 150 g (about 5.3 oz / ¾ cup) isomalt
• 50 g (about 1.75 oz / ¼ cup) sugar
• 40 g (about 1.4 oz / ⅓ cup) cornstarch
• 30 g (about 1 oz / 2 tbsp) sweetener
• 2 eggs
• 2 egg yolks
• 100 g (about 3.5 oz / ½ cup) low-carb chocolate, chopped

Method

Beat the eggs and yolks with isomalt and sweetener until you get a thick foam.

Melt the grated chocolate in a bain-marie

Mix it with the cornstarch flour

Add the beaten eggs and milk.

Cook over medium heat, stirring, until you get a thick cream.

Remove from heat

Add the cream, stirring

Stir.

Allergens

Chocolate: check for soy and milk

Isomalt (E 953) a non-allergen sweetener

Milk: included among the allergens in EU Regulation 1169/2011

Maizena: possible cross-reaction in case of sensitivity to grasses. Very high glycemic index

Cream: presence of lactose and milk proteins

Egg: included among the allergens in EU Regulation 1169/2011

Notes

To be prepared and handled under strict hygienic conditions.

The ingredients of the dish bring the following benefits:

Dark chocolate: (at least 70% cocoa): it supports the functionality of the immune system and in particular stimulates the production of T lymphocytes, which act against infections, as well as being rich in ingredients (serotonin, endorphins and diphenyldantoin) which are antidepressants, support mood and inhibit pain.

Isomalto: A low-calorie sweetener, with half the calories of sugar. Generally well tolerated, but in high doses it can cause diarrhea and bloating.

Whole milk: provides vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, promoting metabolism, cardiovascular function, tooth and bone health. The presence of tryptophan helps to counteract depression. Provides and promotes the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E.K)

Cornstarch: excellent long-term source of energy thanks to the slow release of glucose into the blood

Cream: source of fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E and K) favorable to the health of the eyes, mucous membranes, bones, immune system and blood clotting.

Egg: source of Vitamin E that protects the immune system from harmful fatty acids. Rich in Vitamin D that fights mood disorders

Sugar: if consumed in moderation without contraindications (diabetes, obesity,) it is the main source of energy for the body, improves thinking ability, has a positive effect on mood.

Safety / Intended use

Can also be administered in the event of

• Anorexia
• Mucositis
• Xerostomia (dry mouth)
• Dysphagia

Not to be administered in case of:

• Diarrhea