🍑 Glow Cream: Collagen-Rich Raw Milk Ice Cream (No-Churn, No Refined Sugar)

Looking for a healthy homemade ice cream that’s good for your skin and gut? This collagen-rich raw milk ice cream is ultra-creamy, refined sugar-free, and packed with real ingredients like fruit, honey, and grass-fed cream.

This recipe is a no-churn dream: no ice cream maker required, just a blender and a freezer. And the best part? It’s secretly a beauty-boosting dessert made with collagen peptides to support glowing skin, strong joints, and better gut health.

Why This “Glow Cream” Deserves a Spot in Your Freezer

No-churn ice cream recipe (no fancy equipment needed!)

Made with raw milk and heavy cream for that rich, old-fashioned texture

Boosted with collagen powder for healthy skin, hair, nails, and joints¹

Naturally sweetened with fruit and honey — no refined sugar, gums, or preservatives

Gut-friendly, nutrient-dense, and absolutely delicious — especially when paired with collagen, which may also support gut integrity⁵.

Ingredients (makes ~4 servings)

Use the best quality ingredients you can — raw or organic if available:

• 1½ cups raw milk (or full-fat milk of choice)

• 1 cup heavy cream (grass-fed or raw preferred)

  
  

• 1 scoop collagen peptides (~10g or 2 tbsp) — shop my favourite brand here*

  
  

• 1 cup blended fruit (ripe peaches, strawberries, or banana)

  
  

• 1–2 tbsp raw honey or maple syrup, to taste

  
  

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

  
  

• Pinch of sea salt

  
  

• (Optional) 1 tbsp melted coconut oil – helps it scoop more easily

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How to Make It (Step-by-Step)

1. Blend all ingredients until completely smooth and creamy.

2. Pour into a loaf pan or freezer-safe glass container. Smooth the top.

3. Freeze for 4–6 hours. Stir every 30-60 min to allow smoother texture.

4. Let it soften for 5–10 minutes before scooping.

5. Top and serve: Add fresh fruit, shredded coconut, or cacao nibs for extra glow.

Flavour Variations

Switch it up with these delicious seasonal options:

Strawberry Vanilla Glow: Strawberries + vanilla extract

Peach Collagen Cream: Peaches + a dash of cinnamon

Banana Berry Swirl: Banana + blueberries

Chocolate Collagen Dream: 1 tbsp cacao + dark chocolate chunks

Tips for the Creamiest Texture

Use very ripe fruit — it boosts natural sweetness and helps with consistency

Whip the cream separately before folding for a mousse-like texture

A touch of coconut oil improves scoopability without affecting flavour

Let it thaw slightly before scooping to mimic store-bought softness

Why Collagen?

Collagen is the most abundant protein in your body — and adding it to recipes like this makes supporting your skin, joints, and digestion effortless.

Supports elasticity and hydration¹

May reduce visible signs of aging²

Improves gut lining and recovery³

Unflavoured — perfect for blending into treats

I use and love this collagen powder for its purity and easy mixability. Promo code TIINA-15 gives you a discount on this, if you wish to try!

Another skin loving side - opting for raw or grass-fed milk and cream to avoid ultra-processed dairy, which may be inflammatory or acne-triggering in some individuals⁴.

Final Thoughts

This collagen ice cream recipe is proof that you don’t need fake ingredients or fancy tools to make a nourishing, satisfying dessert. Whether you’re focused on skin health, gut health, or just want a creamy summer treat without the junk, this is the recipe you’ll come back to all season.

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References

1. Choi, F. D., et al. (2019). "The Role of Collagen in Skin Aging and Its Potential Use in Anti-aging Treatments." Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 18(1), 9–16.

2. Proksch, E., et al. (2014). "Oral supplementation of specific collagen peptides has beneficial effects on human skin physiology: a double-blind, placebo-controlled study." Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 27(1), 47–55.

3. Czajka, A., et al. (2018). "Daily oral supplementation with collagen peptides combined with vitamin C improves skin elasticity, hydration, and dermal collagen density." Nutrients, 10(10), 1373.

4. Melnik, B. C. (2011). "Evidence for acne-promoting effects of milk and other insulinotropic dairy products." Dermato-Endocrinology, 3(3), 141–152.

5. Szajewska, H., et al. (2010). "Probiotics and prebiotics in the prevention and treatment of gastrointestinal infections in children: a review of current evidence." Nutrition Reviews, 68(6), 316–326.

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