Cool and Refreshing Keto Orange Creamsicle Smoothie
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Introduction
Can you tell we are obsessed with orange creamsicle? Our Low Carb Orange Creamsicle Cake was the first proof — this is the one you can drink.
Orange creamsicle is the best summer flavor there is: sweet and refreshing on a hot summer’s day. The good news is you don’t have to wait on an ice cream truck to get it, or even own a blender. Four ingredients go into a shaker bottle, you shake for about five minutes, and the freezer does the rest.
What you get is thick and creamy enough to drink through a straw or eat with a spoon, and a serving comes in at 4g net carbs. Just a heads up: no oranges were squeezed in the making of this recipe.
Key Ingredients And Tools
Heavy Cream
Heavy cream will act as the base for our orange creamsicle smoothie. Its high-fat content contributes to a rich and creamy texture in our creamsicle smoothie. It also contributes nutrients such as vitamin A and calcium.
If you prefer a light option, you can substitute a portion or all of the heavy cream with unsweetened coconut milk or almond milk. Do note that going this route will affect the creaminess and richness of your smoothie.
Dr. Kellyann Collagen Cooler Orange Cream
We won’t be squeezing any oranges in this recipe. Instead, we’ll be using a special ingredient: Dr. Kellyann’s Collagen Cooler in Orange Cream.
This collagen cooler is what provides the orange flavor in our keto orange creamsicle smoothie. It’s flavorful, and a packet fits a low-carb day easily. That makes it a practical stand-in for fresh orange, which is harder to fit — a medium one carries around 12g of net carbs. Our guide to oranges on keto breaks down whole fruit, juice, zest, and extracts by serving.
A packet of this collagen cooler lists 4g of total carbohydrate and 3g of fiber, so it comes out at 1g net. Very keto!
Lakanto Monk Fruit Sweetener
To make our orange creamsicle smoothie as low-carb as possible, we won’t be using sugar. Instead, we’ll be using the keto-friendly Lakanto Monk Fruit Sweetener. We reach for it because we don’t notice an aftertaste with it, and it’s sold as a 1:1 replacement for sugar, which makes it easy to measure into recipes like this one.
You can use another keto-friendly sugar substitute such as stevia, allulose, erythritol, or Swerve. Just be mindful of the ratios as they aren’t always 1:1 to sugar. Feel free to adjust the amount of sweetener you add based on your preference.
Vanilla Extract
To round out the overall flavor profile of our delicious orange creamsicle smoothie, we’ll be using vanilla extract. It will add depth and complexity to the overall taste experience, leading to a more enjoyable creamsicle smoothie.
Feel free to use another extract such as almond extract if vanilla isn’t to your liking.
Ingredients
All Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 packet dr. kellyann collagen cooler orange cream (keto)
- 2 tbsp lakanto classic monkfruit sweetener
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Nutrition Facts
2 servings per recipe| Per Serving 450 | Per Recipe 890 | |||
| 16 servings of heavy whipping cream (1 cup) @ 50 each | 400 | 800 | ||
| 1 serving of dr. kellyann collagen cooler orange cream (keto) (1 packet) @ 80 each | 40 | 80 | ||
| 1 serving of vanilla extract (1 tsp) @ 12 each | 6 | 12 | ||
| 40g | 52% | 80g | 103% | |
| 16 servings of heavy whipping cream (1 cup) @ 5 g each | 40 g | 80 g | ||
| 1 serving of dr. kellyann collagen cooler orange cream (keto) (1 packet) @ 0.5 g each | 0.25 g | 0.5 g | ||
| 28g | 141% | 56g | 282% | |
| 16 servings of heavy whipping cream (1 cup) @ 3.5 g each | 28 g | 56 g | ||
| 1 serving of dr. kellyann collagen cooler orange cream (keto) (1 packet) @ 0.5 g each | 0.25 g | 0.5 g | ||
| Trans Fat | 0g | 0% | 0g | 0% |
| 160mg | 53% | 320mg | 107% | |
| 16 servings of heavy whipping cream (1 cup) @ 20 mg each | 160 mg | 320 mg | ||
| 75mg | 3% | 150mg | 7% | |
| 16 servings of heavy whipping cream (1 cup) @ 5 mg each | 40 mg | 80 mg | ||
| 1 serving of dr. kellyann collagen cooler orange cream (keto) (1 packet) @ 70 mg each | 35 mg | 70 mg | ||
| 1 serving of vanilla extract (1 tsp) @ 0.4 mg each | 0.2 mg | 0.4 mg | ||
| 17g | 6% | 35g | 13% | |
| 16 servings of heavy whipping cream (1 cup) @ 0.4 g each | 3.2 g | 6.4 g | ||
| 1 serving of dr. kellyann collagen cooler orange cream (keto) (1 packet) @ 4 g each | 2 g | 4 g | ||
| 3 servings of lakanto classic monkfruit sweetener (2 tbsp) @ 8 g each | 12 g | 24 g | ||
| 1 serving of vanilla extract (1 tsp) @ 0.5 g each | 0.25 g | 0.5 g | ||
| 2g | 5% | 3g | 11% | |
| 1 serving of dr. kellyann collagen cooler orange cream (keto) (1 packet) @ 3 g each | 1.5 g | 3 g | ||
| 0g | 1g | |||
| 1 serving of vanilla extract (1 tsp) @ 0.5 g each | 0.25 g | 0.5 g | ||
| 12g | 24g | |||
| 3 servings of lakanto classic monkfruit sweetener (2 tbsp) @ 8 g each | 12 g | 24 g | ||
| 4g | 8g | |||
| 16 servings of heavy whipping cream (1 cup) @ 0.4 g each | 3.2 g | 6.4 g | ||
| 1 serving of dr. kellyann collagen cooler orange cream (keto) (1 packet) @ 1 g each | 0.5 g | 1 g | ||
| 1 serving of vanilla extract (1 tsp) @ 0.5 g each | 0.25 g | 0.5 g | ||
| 11g | 21% | 21g | 43% | |
| 16 servings of heavy whipping cream (1 cup) @ 0.4 g each | 3.2 g | 6.4 g | ||
| 1 serving of dr. kellyann collagen cooler orange cream (keto) (1 packet) @ 15 g each | 7.5 g | 15 g | ||
About these numbers: We are home cooks, not certified nutritionists. Nutrition is shared as a courtesy and calculated with free online nutrition calculators — we compare a few to get as close as we can — so please treat it as a helpful estimate rather than a guarantee. The brands you buy, any swaps you make, and how generously you portion the recipe will all move these numbers.
Directions
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Gather all your ingredients and a blender bottle (or any container with a lid that you can vigorously shake).
Use a measuring cup and spoon to accurately proportion your ingredients.
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Pour all your ingredients into the blender bottle or container of your choice.
Pour heavy cream, Dr. Kellyann Collagen Cooler Orange Cream, Lakanto Monk Fruit Sweetener, and vanilla extract into your chosen container. Note: adjust the amount of sweetener you add according to your preference. Add more for a sweeter creamsicle smoothie, or add less if you want it to be less sweet.
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Shake your chosen container vigorously until the smoothie mixture begins to thicken.
This should take about five minutes or so depending on how you shake the container.
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When the smoothie thickens, place it in the freezer.
Let it freeze there for at least three hours or until it reaches the consistency that you desire. (Note: before freezing, we added some orange food coloring to our creamsicle smoothie for appearance)
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Serve your keto orange creamsicle smoothie in a glass jar and top it off with whipped cream.
Get a straw and get to drinking your cold and refreshing orange creamsicle smoothie.
Or if you're like me and want my creamsicle to be more ice cream-like, serve it in a cup or small bowl. Top it off with a dollop of whipped cream, and get yourself a spoon. Enjoy your tasty and fruity orange creamsicle smoothie!
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Notes
Tools
- Blender bottle or any container with a lid: you’ll be needing one that you can safely shake without spilling anything. This is where you’ll be creating your low-carb creamy orange smoothie.
- Measuring cups and spoons: you’ll be using these to accurately proportion your ingredients.
- Glass jar or small bowl: this is where you’ll be serving your delicious keto orange creamsicle smoothie.
Preparation
- Don’t want to freeze your keto orange creamsicle smoothie? You can make it with a blender instead. Pour all your ingredients into a blender. Add a handful of ice cubes if you want your smoothie to be colder and thicker. Blend on high speed until all the ingredients are well combined and the mixture is smooth and creamy. Transfer your smoothie into a glass and serve immediately. Enjoy!
- Garnish it with a keto-friendly topping. A dollop of whipped heavy cream, a sprinkle of grated orange zest, unsweetened shredded coconut, or a little grated dark chocolate all work as finishing touches, and a slice of orange on the rim of the glass looks the part.
Ideas we haven’t tested. The recipe below is the version we make. These are starting points rather than swaps we can promise results for, so expect to adjust — and add anything extra a little at a time, since each one changes the carb count:
- A splash of freshly squeezed orange juice or a little grated orange zest for a stronger orange flavor. Both bring carbs from the fruit itself, so keep the amount small.
- A tablespoon of chia seeds for added fiber and a thicker texture.
- A teaspoon of unsweetened cocoa powder, if you like chocolate with orange.
- A scoop of keto-friendly vanilla or unflavored protein powder for extra protein.
- Frozen fruit, if you want to take it in a fruit-salad direction. Watermelon or a few berries are the lower-carb options here; banana and mango are high enough in sugar that a small amount can use up a keto day’s carbs on its own. A high-powered blender helps with any of these.
Storage
- It’s unlikely that you’ll have any leftover creamsicle smoothie. But just in case, transfer your leftover smoothie into an airtight container or a glass jar with a tight-fitting lid, then place it in the fridge. It’s best to consume your smoothie within 24 hours of preparation, but if you really need to store it for far longer, transfer your smoothie into a freezer-safe container, and store it in the freezer for up to 2-3 months.
Serving Suggestions
- This recipe yields approximately two servings.
- Serve in a glass jar (if you want to drink it) or a small bowl (if you want to eat it like cream).
Frequently Asked Questions
Are oranges keto?
One medium orange has about 12 grams of net carbs, so the whole fruit can be difficult to fit into a strict keto day. This smoothie uses an orange cream collagen mix instead; our guide to oranges on keto compares whole fruit, juice, zest, and extracts.
Can I use a different type of milk instead of heavy cream?
Heavy cream is what the recipe is built around — it’s what thickens when you shake it, and it’s what makes the frozen result creamy rather than icy.
We haven’t tested the alternatives below in this recipe, so treat them as starting points rather than swaps we can promise results for:
- Unsweetened almond or coconut milk will give you a lighter, thinner result. They have much less fat than heavy cream, so expect the texture to change.
- Full-fat coconut milk or coconut cream is the usual dairy-free stand-in for richness, though coconut freezes differently than dairy cream.
- Greek yogurt is thicker than heavy cream and adds protein, but it’s tangy and behaves differently when frozen.
If you try one, let us know how it turned out in the comments.
Can I make this recipe dairy-free?
There’s only one dairy ingredient here, and that’s the heavy cream — so it’s the only thing you’d need to replace. Full-fat coconut milk or coconut cream is the usual stand-in.
We haven’t tested that swap in this recipe, though. Coconut cream whips and freezes a little differently than dairy cream, so the texture may not come out the same. If you give it a try, let us know how it goes in the comments.
Can I make this keto orange creamsicle smoothie ahead of time?
This orange creamsicle smoothie is best consumed immediately after preparing it. This is because you want to have it at its best freshness and texture. You can make it ahead of time, but there will be a noticeable difference in the texture if left in the fridge or freezer for too long.
Wrap Up
A low-carb treat doesn’t have to taste like a compromise, and this keto orange creamsicle smoothie is proof of that. A serving comes in at 4g of net carbs.
A great thing about this recipe is that you can make it with or without a blender. All you need is a container with a lid that you can vigorously shake and a fridge with a freezer. And there’s plenty of room for customization too. Orange flavor not enough for you? Feel free to add more flavors such as chocolate and other fruit flavors.
Whether you’re looking to relive the summer days of your childhood or just want an easy-to-make low-carb treat, this keto orange creamsicle smoothie recipe will serve you well.
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Low Carb Orange Creamsicle Cake
Updated — August 23, 2026: We rewrote this post as an orange creamsicle smoothie, with a walkthrough of every ingredient, step-by-step directions, storage and mix-in notes, and answers to the questions readers ask most.
Correction — August 15, 2026: This post now describes what the Collagen Cooler mix contributes to the smoothie's flavor and texture, without health claims we can't verify.
