3 low-carb, low-sugar frozen dessert recipes for a sweet summer

Published: Jul. 10, 2025

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There’s nothing like a frozen treat after a sun-soaked day outside. But when you’re thinking about your glucose, most store-bought desserts come with a catch: many of them are loaded with sugar and simple carbs. The good news is you can make something just as satisfying at home. These three low-carb frozen dessert recipes are refreshing, easy to make, and as glucose-friendly as it gets.

Kiwi Ice Pops

Tart, minty, and totally hydrating

SERVES: 1
PREP TIME: 2 minutes
FREEZE TIME: 3+ hours

Estimated Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Carbs: 5g
Fiber: 1g
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Protein: 1g
Sodium: 10mg
Sugar: 3mg

Ingredients

3 oz seltzer or sparkling water
1 kiwi, peeled and sliced into rounds
Fresh mint (optional)

Directions

Add kiwi slices to a popsicle mold.
Tear in a few mint leaves if using.
Fill with seltzer and freeze until solid.

Make it your own

Try muddling half the kiwi before freezing to boost the flavor. No kiwi? Berries work just as well.

Berry Yogurt Pops

Sweet and creamy with a protein punch

SERVES: 1
PREP TIME: 5 minutes
FREEZE TIME: 2-3 hours

Estimated Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Carbs: 9g
Fiber: 1g
Fat: 1.5g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Protein: 5g
Sodium: 25mg
Sugar: 6g

Ingredients

4 oz low-fat vanilla Greek yogurt
¼ cup fresh or frozen mixed berries

Directions

Spoon yogurt and berries into a popsicle mold, layering as you go.
Freeze until firm.

Why it works

Greek yogurt keeps it creamy and cuts the carbs. Look for yogurt with stabilizers like pectin or gelatin to help it freeze better.

Frozen Yogurt Bark

Customizable, snackable, and kid-approved

SERVES: 10
PREP TIME: 10 minutes
FREEZE TIME: 2+ hours

Estimated Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Carbs: 9g
Fiber: 1g
Fat: 2g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Protein: 6g
Sodium: 22mg
Sugar: 6g

Ingredients

2 cups non-fat plain Greek yogurt
2 tbsp honey (or low-carb alternative)
½ cup raspberries, chopped
½ cup unsalted almonds, chopped
2 tbsp dark chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

Mix yogurt, honey, and half the berries and almonds.
Spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Sprinkle the rest of the toppings over the top.
Freeze until firm, then break into pieces.

Pro tip

Try topping with coconut, pistachios, or a swirl of peanut butter. If you’d prefer not to use honey, try substituting another liquid sweetener like agave, allulose, or monk fruit.

Stelo makes snack time smarter

Whether it’s a new dessert or your usual go-to, using a glucose biosensor like Stelo helps you see how your body responds to what you eat. By tracking your glucose trends 24/7, Stelo gives you personalized insights that make it easier to spot patterns, tweak habits, and feel more confident in your choices. With a little prep and the right tools, you can treat yourself and feel good doing it.