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Healthy Cottage Cheese Ice Cream


  • Total Time: 3 hours 5 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

This cottage cheese ice cream is a creamy, protein-packed dessert that’s easy to make without an ice cream machine. It’s a healthier alternative to traditional ice cream, perfect for satisfying sweet cravings.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups full-fat cottage cheese
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy, as preferred)
  • Pinch of salt

  • Instructions

    1. Combine Ingredients in Blender: Add the full-fat cottage cheese, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, milk, and a pinch of salt to a high-speed blender or food processor.

    2. Blend Until Smooth: Process the mixture until it is completely smooth and creamy. There should be no visible lumps of cottage cheese. This might take 1-2 minutes, depending on your blender. Scrape down the sides as needed to ensure everything is incorporated. The mixture should look like a thick, pourable milkshake.

    3. Taste and Adjust Sweetness: Once blended, taste the mixture. If you prefer it sweeter, add a little more honey or maple syrup and blend again briefly to combine.

    4. Pour into a Freezer-Safe Container: Transfer the smooth cottage cheese mixture into a shallow, freezer-safe container. A loaf pan or a glass dish with a lid works well.

    5. Freeze Until Firm: Place the container in the freezer. Freeze for at least 3-4 hours, or until the ice cream is firm enough to scoop. For an even firmer texture, you can freeze it overnight.

    6. Serve and Enjoy: When ready to serve, let the ice cream sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes to soften slightly, making it easier to scoop. Scoop into bowls and enjoy immediately!

    • Prep Time: 5 minutes
    • Cook Time: 0 minutes
    • Category: dessert
    • Method: no-churn ice cream
    • Cuisine: american

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1/2 cup

    Keywords: cottage cheese ice cream, healthy dessert, protein ice cream, no-churn, easy ice cream, sugar-free option, creamy, homemade ice cream, guilt-free, sweet treat