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Description
A simple recipe for creamy, high-protein ice cream made with cottage cheese. Enjoy a healthier dessert alternative.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups full-fat cottage cheese
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup, adjusted to taste
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips, fresh berries, fruit preserves, or chopped nuts
Instructions
- Combine cottage cheese, sweetener, vanilla extract, and salt in a high-speed blender or food processor. Blend until completely smooth and creamy, about 2-4 minutes. Scrape down sides as needed.
- Taste the mixture. Add more sweetener or vanilla if desired.
- If using optional mix-ins, gently fold them into the blended mixture with a spoon.
- Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container. Cover tightly.
- Freeze for at least 4-6 hours, or until firm. For a softer texture, let it sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the cottage cheese is blended until completely smooth to avoid any curds.
- For a chocolate version, blend in 1-2 tablespoons of cocoa powder with the base ingredients.
- Adjust freezing time based on your freezer’s temperature and desired firmness.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Churn
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg