Sugar Free Frosting is a two-ingredient, whipped icing made with heavy whipping cream and sugar-free instant chocolate pudding mix. It’s quick and works well for a low-carb, sugar-free dessert topping on cupcakes, brownies, or cakes when you need frosting fast. Unlike traditional buttercream that needs lots of powdered sugar and fussing, this version whips up in minutes and stays fluffy thanks to the pudding mix acting as a stabilizer.
What Makes This Two Ingredient Sugar Free Icing So Perfect?
- Low Carb - Only 3 carbs per serving.
- Easy - Pour the ingredients into a bowl, mix, and serve.
- Fast - It is seriously ready to eat in less than 30 minutes (5 to be exact).
- Minimal Ingredients - Less than five ingredients you likely already have in your kitchen if you’re eating low carb.
- Low Calorie - Best of all? 33 calories for two servings (enough for 2 mini cupcakes or 1 cupcake/brownie), and zero sugar. Gotta love it.
I’m a cake addict. If I were dying, and you wanted to bring me back to life, you should offer me one of two things: either cake or chicken biryani, because either of the two would likely bring me back to life for one last bite.
I tried cake on my cheat days and paid for it with joint pain. The combination of fat, sugar, and wheat appears toxic to my body. I was delighted to have found a gluten-free, low-sugar version of Brownies , which I am going to try as cupcakes soon. The missing element was still the frosting.
I’d tried the cream cheese, peanut butter recipes you see floating around, and they were completely not working for us. They tasted weird. I’d also seen delicious-looking recipes with coconut oil, but they added hundreds of calories, and I can’t afford that.
What Ingredients Do You Need?
- 4 ounces Heavy Whipping Cream
- 1 TBSP Sugar Free Pudding
Yep. That’s it.
How To Make Sugar Free Frosting
- Whip. Beat the two ingredients together until stiff peaks form. That’s it! Use in place of icing or frosting for cupcakes and brownies.
- Store. Makes about 1/2 cup of frosting, which should be enough for 24 mini cupcakes if you use a dab. If you want to drown yours in icing, then double up the recipe. With the calories as low as they are, you can afford to.
No really, that’s all we did to make Two Ingredient Sugar Free Frosting . It tasted amazing! If you’ve ever had whipped cream icing on cakes bought from stores and enjoyed it, you’ll love this.
Tips And Tricks
Making low carb frosting is all about balancing flavor, sweetness, and texture without relying on traditional sugar. To help you whip up the perfect creamy topping, here are some tips and tricks:
- Whip at the right speed . Start slow to incorporate ingredients evenly, then increase speed to get fluffy, stable frosting.
- Thin as needed . If frosting is too stiff, add a splash of heavy cream.
- Chill before piping . If you’re using it for decorating, let the frosting rest in the fridge for 15–20 minutes so it firms up and holds its shape better.
How Long Does It Last?
We weren’t sure the Two Ingredient Sugar Free Icing would hold its shape over time, so my husband took a picture of it when it was freshly made, as well as an hour later.
There was no degradation. It holds its shape, stays firm, and delicious.
Can You Freeze It?
Yes, you can freeze sugar-free frosting made with heavy whipping cream and sugar-free pudding mix.
Thanks to the pudding mix acting as a stabilizer, it usually holds up better than plain whipped cream frosting. Still, you may notice it’s a little softer after thawing, so it’s best used for filling cakes, topping cupcakes, or as a dessert layer rather than for detailed piping.
What Can You Eat This Sugar Free Frosting On?
Well, other than a spoon (don’t pretend you haven’t tried it) there are SO many options to enjoy this sugar free icing with.
Here are a few of my favorites:
- Dip your Air Fryer Churros in it
- Slather it on top of Air Fryer Brownies
- Top your Keto Carrot Cake
- Swap out the ganache on your next Gluten Free Chocolate Cake
Your sugar-free frosting is runny most often because the base isn’t cold enough or it hasn’t been whipped to the right stage. Heavy whipping cream needs to be very cold (and so should the bowl/beaters) to reach stiff peaks and hold shape. To fix it, chill everything, whip longer to stiff peaks, and refrigerate the frosting briefly so it firms up before piping or spreading.
Yes, most sugar-free frosting should be refrigerated, especially any sugar-free whipped frosting with heavy cream or sugar-free frosting with pudding mix. Dairy-based frostings are perishable, and they also hold their shape better when chilled. Keep it covered in the fridge and let it sit at room temperature briefly before spreading if it’s too firm. For decorated cakes or cupcakes, chilling helps the frosting stay stable longer, particularly in warm rooms.
Other Keto Frosting Recipes You’ll Love
Do you love making sweet treats that still keep you on track with your low carb lifestyle? Try these other low carb icing recipes:
- Keto Maple Pecan Frosting
- Keto Cream Cheese Frosting
- Two Ingredient Sugar Free Icing
- Keto Chocolate Ganache
If you love this sugar free frosting recipe as much as we did, make sure you share it with your friends on Facebook and Pinterest so they can try it too.
Two Ingredient Sugar Free Icing | Low Carb Frosting Recipe
Ingredients
- ▢ 4 ounces Heavy Whipping Cream
- ▢ 1 tablespoon Sugar-Free Instant Chocolate Pudding Mix
Instructions
- Beat the two ingredients together until stiff peaks form. That’s it! Use in place of icing or frosting for cupcakes and brownies.
- Makes about 1/2 cup of frosting, which should be enough for 24 mini cupcakes if you use a dab. If you want to drown yours in icing, then double up the recipe. With the calories as low as they are, you can afford to.
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Sugar Free Frosting is a two-ingredient, whipped icing made with heavy whipping cream and sugar-free instant chocolate pudding mix. It’s quick and works well for a low-carb, sugar-free dessert topping on cupcakes, brownies, or cakes when you need frosting fast. Unlike traditional buttercream that needs lots of powdered sugar and fussing, this version whips up in minutes and stays fluffy thanks to the pudding mix acting as a stabilizer.
What Makes This Two Ingredient Sugar Free Icing So Perfect?
- Low Carb - Only 3 carbs per serving.
- Easy - Pour the ingredients into a bowl, mix, and serve.
- Fast - It is seriously ready to eat in less than 30 minutes (5 to be exact).
- Minimal Ingredients - Less than five ingredients you likely already have in your kitchen if you’re eating low carb.
- Low Calorie - Best of all? 33 calories for two servings (enough for 2 mini cupcakes or 1 cupcake/brownie), and zero sugar. Gotta love it.
I’m a cake addict. If I were dying, and you wanted to bring me back to life, you should offer me one of two things: either cake or chicken biryani, because either of the two would likely bring me back to life for one last bite.
I tried cake on my cheat days and paid for it with joint pain. The combination of fat, sugar, and wheat appears toxic to my body. I was delighted to have found a gluten-free, low-sugar version of Brownies , which I am going to try as cupcakes soon. The missing element was still the frosting.
I’d tried the cream cheese, peanut butter recipes you see floating around, and they were completely not working for us. They tasted weird. I’d also seen delicious-looking recipes with coconut oil, but they added hundreds of calories, and I can’t afford that.
What Ingredients Do You Need?
- 4 ounces Heavy Whipping Cream
- 1 TBSP Sugar Free Pudding
Yep. That’s it.
How To Make Sugar Free Frosting
- Whip. Beat the two ingredients together until stiff peaks form. That’s it! Use in place of icing or frosting for cupcakes and brownies.
- Store. Makes about 1/2 cup of frosting, which should be enough for 24 mini cupcakes if you use a dab. If you want to drown yours in icing, then double up the recipe. With the calories as low as they are, you can afford to.
No really, that’s all we did to make Two Ingredient Sugar Free Frosting . It tasted amazing! If you’ve ever had whipped cream icing on cakes bought from stores and enjoyed it, you’ll love this.
Tips And Tricks
Making low carb frosting is all about balancing flavor, sweetness, and texture without relying on traditional sugar. To help you whip up the perfect creamy topping, here are some tips and tricks:
- Whip at the right speed . Start slow to incorporate ingredients evenly, then increase speed to get fluffy, stable frosting.
- Thin as needed . If frosting is too stiff, add a splash of heavy cream.
- Chill before piping . If you’re using it for decorating, let the frosting rest in the fridge for 15–20 minutes so it firms up and holds its shape better.
How Long Does It Last?
We weren’t sure the Two Ingredient Sugar Free Icing would hold its shape over time, so my husband took a picture of it when it was freshly made, as well as an hour later.
There was no degradation. It holds its shape, stays firm, and delicious.
Can You Freeze It?
Yes, you can freeze sugar-free frosting made with heavy whipping cream and sugar-free pudding mix.
Thanks to the pudding mix acting as a stabilizer, it usually holds up better than plain whipped cream frosting. Still, you may notice it’s a little softer after thawing, so it’s best used for filling cakes, topping cupcakes, or as a dessert layer rather than for detailed piping.
What Can You Eat This Sugar Free Frosting On?
Well, other than a spoon (don’t pretend you haven’t tried it) there are SO many options to enjoy this sugar free icing with.
Here are a few of my favorites:
- Dip your Air Fryer Churros in it
- Slather it on top of Air Fryer Brownies
- Top your Keto Carrot Cake
- Swap out the ganache on your next Gluten Free Chocolate Cake
Your sugar-free frosting is runny most often because the base isn’t cold enough or it hasn’t been whipped to the right stage. Heavy whipping cream needs to be very cold (and so should the bowl/beaters) to reach stiff peaks and hold shape. To fix it, chill everything, whip longer to stiff peaks, and refrigerate the frosting briefly so it firms up before piping or spreading.
Yes, most sugar-free frosting should be refrigerated, especially any sugar-free whipped frosting with heavy cream or sugar-free frosting with pudding mix. Dairy-based frostings are perishable, and they also hold their shape better when chilled. Keep it covered in the fridge and let it sit at room temperature briefly before spreading if it’s too firm. For decorated cakes or cupcakes, chilling helps the frosting stay stable longer, particularly in warm rooms.
Other Keto Frosting Recipes You’ll Love
Do you love making sweet treats that still keep you on track with your low carb lifestyle? Try these other low carb icing recipes:
- Keto Maple Pecan Frosting
- Keto Cream Cheese Frosting
- Two Ingredient Sugar Free Icing
- Keto Chocolate Ganache
If you love this sugar free frosting recipe as much as we did, make sure you share it with your friends on Facebook and Pinterest so they can try it too.
Two Ingredient Sugar Free Icing | Low Carb Frosting Recipe
Ingredients
- ▢ 4 ounces Heavy Whipping Cream
- ▢ 1 tablespoon Sugar-Free Instant Chocolate Pudding Mix
Instructions
- Beat the two ingredients together until stiff peaks form. That’s it! Use in place of icing or frosting for cupcakes and brownies.
- Makes about 1/2 cup of frosting, which should be enough for 24 mini cupcakes if you use a dab. If you want to drown yours in icing, then double up the recipe. With the calories as low as they are, you can afford to.
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Two Ingredient Sugar Free Icing | Low Carb Frosting Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 ounces Heavy Whipping Cream
- 1 tablespoon Sugar-Free Instant Chocolate Pudding Mix
Instructions
- Beat the two ingredients together until stiff peaks form. That’s it! Use in place of icing or frosting for cupcakes and brownies.
- Makes about 1/2 cup of frosting, which should be enough for 24 mini cupcakes if you use a dab. If you want to drown yours in icing, then double up the recipe. With the calories as low as they are, you can afford to.
Two Ingredient Sugar Free Icing | Low Carb Frosting Recipe https://twosleevers.com/sugar-free-frosting/
This Iced Caramel Macchiato is your answer to all your keto iced coffee woes. It’s quick, keto-friendly and will help you save money by avoiding that daily coffee shop trip.
What Makes This Iced Caramel Macchiato So Great
- Low Carb. This Skinny Caramel Macchiato is a lovely low carb variation on your typical bulletproof coffee drink.
- Simple. This quick recipe asks you to make a lovely, thick creamer with butter and cream, and add a sugar-free Torani syrup of your choice. Once you’ve prepared the base for this copycat Starbucks recipe you can refrigerate it and use it to make this delicious keto beverage whenever you get the craving.
- Quick. At that point, it takes just a moment to brew up a little shot of espresso or a small cup of really strong coffee and add the flavored, creamy goodness to your coffee.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter - Creates a rich, velvety caramel base, adding body and luxurious texture without adding carbs.
- 1/4 cup Heavy Whipping Cream - Provides creaminess and richness while helping emulsify the butter into a smooth caramel mixture.
- 1/2 cup Torani Sugar-Free Caramel Syrup - Supplies the main caramel flavor and sweetness, acting as the primary flavoring for the drink and drizzle.
- 4 cups Ice - Chills the drink and provides the refreshing foundation of an iced macchiato.
- 2 cups Coffee or Espresso - Delivers bold, robust coffee flavor that balances the creamy caramel base.
- 1 cup Unsweetened Almond Milk - Lightens the drink, increases volume, and balances richness without adding carbs.
- Whipped Cream - Adds a light, fluffy, indulgent topping that makes the drink feel like a coffeehouse treat.
- Torani Sugar-Free Caramel Syrup - Provides a final caramel drizzle for extra flavor and a visually appealing finish.
How To Make A Caramel Macchiato
- Heat. In a small saucepan , on medium heat together the unsalted butter and heavy whipping cream, stirring frequently.
- Stir. Once the mixture comes to a boil, stir almost continuously until the creamer turns a pale yellow color, and thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 4-5 minutes.
- Pour. Slowly pour in the sugar-free Torani syrup , stirring well. Allow the mixture to cool slightly.
- Fill. Fill four glasses with ice. In the bottom of each glass, pour in 1/4 cup almond milk and 2 tablespoons of the creamer you just prepared, and stir together.
- Pour. Quickly pour in the espresso or strong coffee. (Read more about how to get the perfect cup of coffee every time at Owly Choice ) Do not stir. Top with whipped cream and drizzle with the sugar-free Caramel sauce. Serve with the creamer and milk at the bottom, the coffee in the middle, and the whipped cream on top.
What Is In A Caramel Macchiato?
So you’re going to make a little homemade keto coffee creamer. To do this, you need three things: Butter, heavy whipping cream, and a sugar-free Torani syrup . I used sugar-free salted caramel, but you can use whatever syrup you prefer.
At my Kroger, I find the syrups for my keto drink in the coffee aisle. I’ve included a picture below so you see what it looks like. This way you will know exactly where to look for these Torani Sugar-Free Syrups.
As I make this today, it’s still close to 100F in Texas, so I’m reaching for an iced version of my favorite copycat Keto Starbucks drink , but I can just see this working really well for me in the Fall as well.
While everyone else is getting a super-sugared spiced latte, I will probably be drinking a Keto version of my Caramel Macchiato– and let’s face, it, probably feeling very smug and proud of myself for not succumbing to the sugar bomb they’re ingesting.
What Coffee Creamer Can I Use On Keto?
I am a huge fan of Torani Syrups, not just in drinks like this one, but also in puddings and fat bomb recipes. And I love that there are so many different Sugar-Free Torani Syrups available.
Here are the flavors I know they have:
- Sugar-Free Vanilla
- Sugar-Free French Vanilla
- Sugar-Free Caramel
- Sugar-Free Salted Caramel
- Sugar-Free Raspberry
- Sugar-Free Hazelnut
- Sugar-Free Brown Sugar Cinnamon
I know this because I have actually BOUGHT all of these at one point or another–some repeatedly–over the last five years of living a keto lifestyle . My husband Roger loves them in his coffee and I love the variety. In fact, there have been times I have had SO MANY of these, that I have probably had a larger selection than my corner coffee shop does.
In fact, that is exactly why I prefer to make my own flavored coffees because the corner coffee shop only has Sugar Free Cinnamon Dolce and Sugar-free Vanilla–and I really like the Hazelnut and Caramel flavors.
Oh, and that sugar-free Caramel sauce or Sugar-Free Chocolate sauce on my Keto Ice cream ? Heaven.
Why Make This Iced Caramel Macchiato Recipe At Home?
Bulletproof coffee recipes typically have butter or coconut oil, and heavy whipping cream. My problem is that when I’m trying to get my morning started with keto iced coffee , I don’t necessarily want to mess with butter, coconut oil and coffee, the blending , the mixing and what have you.
So what I do is that I make up a sauce with butter, heavy whipping cream, and Torani sugar-free Salted Caramel syrup or Sugar-free Caramel Syrup. Butter works to help keep you full and makes this Keto Coffee Creamer creamy. I put this in a jar for about a week in the refrigerator. When I’m ready for an iced bulletproof coffee, I use this as a keto creamer to make easy bulletproof coffee.
A cup of ice, a shot of espresso, and 2 tablespoons of my creamer, and I’m usually good to go. You can, of course, add more or less creamer as you prefer.
But either way, you will have a wonderful Keto Iced Caramel Macchiato or hot Caramel Macchiato recipe . And with no more effort than simply pouring in a yummy, homemade creamer.
What Can I Put In My Keto Coffee?
I actually cannot consume a whole tablespoon of coconut oil or butter along with heavy whipping cream in one coffee without getting really, really sick. Having a keto creamer handy makes it easy for me to just drink a little bit of the bulletproof coffee at a time, rather than having to drink a whole lot of fat all in one go.
I also tend to fast for 16-18 hours at least 3 times a week, and on those days, I drink iced coffee all day long until I break my fast. There are many people who don’t consume any fat while fasting, but this is what works for me. I usually end up with 1-2 tablespoons of this creamer twice a day in my bulletproof coffee.
As simple as this is, you might end up making several different flavors of keto coffee creamers and save them in your refrigerator until you’re ready to use them. The MAIN reason to make it at home is the fact that it is sugar-free. For me, this really, really matters.
Is Half and Half Keto?
Half and half is keto-friendly. It has approximately half a carb per serving, depending on which brand you buy. Remember that carbs aren’t the only thing you need to keep an eye on when you’re living a low carb lifestyle. Half and half also contains around 20 calories per serving and those can add up just as fast.
More Keto Breakfast Recipes
- Keto Silver Dollar Pancakes - A fantastic low carb spin on a breakfast time classic.
- Keto Orange Scones - These pair perfectly with a cup of coffee and are a great way to start your day!
- Air Fried Herb and Cheese Frittata - Delicious and comes together so easily.
- Keto Granola - Just perfect with a little almond milk when you’re craving crunchy cereal.
- Keto Shrimp And Grits - All that savory goodness you expect from a southern classic without all the carbs!
- Air Fryer Bacon - One of the easiest things to cook for breakfast.
- 15+ Easy and Delicious Low Carb Breakfast Ideas - A whole list of scrumptious Keto breakfast options.
Believe me, once you’ve made this delicious Iced Caramel Macchiato , you’ll never want to try to make another Starbucks macchiato low carb again! Don’t forget to save this recipe by sharing it with your friends on Pinterest and Facebook!
Iced Caramel Macchiato | Caramel Iced Coffee Recipe
Equipment
- GREENPAN SAUCEPANS
Ingredients
- ▢ 1/4 cup ( 56.75 g ) Unsalted Butter
- ▢ 1/4 cup ( 59.5 g ) Heavy Whipping Cream
- ▢ 1/2 cup ( 113 g ) Torani sugar-free Caramel syrup
For Serving
- ▢ 4 cups ( 56 g ) ice
- ▢ 2 cups ( 60 g ) Coffee , brewed strong or 2 cups of espresso prepared from espresso powder
- ▢ 1 cup ( 250 g ) Unsweetened Almond Milk , optional
For Topping
- ▢ Whipped Cream
- ▢ Torani sugar-free Caramel syrup
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, on medium heat together the unsalted butter and heavy whipping cream, stirring frequently.
- Once the mixture comes to a boil, stir almost continuously until the creamer turns a pale yellow color, and thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 4-5 minutes.
- Slowly pour in the sugar-free Torani syrup , stirring well. Allow the mixture to cool slightly.
For Serving
Fill four glasses with ice. In the bottom of each glass, pour in 1/4 cup almond milk and 2 tablespoons of the creamer you just prepared, and stir together.
Quickly pour in the espresso or strong coffee. Do not stir. Top with whipped cream and drizzle with the sugar-free Caramel sauce. Serve with the creamer and milk at the bottom, the coffee in the middle, and the whipped cream on top.
Butter helps to keep you full.
Don’t add sugar or substitutes, it will spike your blood glucose causing you to get hungrier faster.
Store in an air tight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. (write the expiration date of your heavy cream on your container so you don’t forget.)
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Keto Instant Pot, Keto Fat Bombs, Sweets, & Treats , and Easy keto in 30 minutes.
