Cottage Cheese Ice Cream
This Cottage Cheese Ice Cream is a creamy, high-protein dessert that’s naturally sweetened and incredibly easy to make. It offers all the indulgence of traditional ice cream with nourishing, whole ingredients—perfect for clean eating, anti-inflammatory lifestyles, or anyone who wants dessert without the guilt.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (220g) full-fat cottage cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2–3 tablespoons maple syrup or honey, to taste
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Pinch of sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- Add cottage cheese, cocoa powder, maple syrup, and optional ingredients to a blender or food processor
- Blend until smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides if needed to ensure all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Transfer the mixture into a freezer-safe loaf pan or container lined with parchment paper.
- Cover with plastic wrap or another sheet of parchment pressed directly onto the surface to prevent freezer burn.
- Freeze for at least 3 hours, or until firm.
- Remove from the freezer and let sit at room temperature for 5–10 minutes before scooping.
- Serve with your favorite toppings such as berries, dark chocolate shavings, or a drizzle of almond butter.
Notes
- For a smoother consistency, use full-fat cottage cheese with live cultures.
- You can customize this recipe with cinnamon, nut butters, or fruit purees.
- Store in an airtight container and consume within 2 weeks for best texture and flavor.
Nutrition
Serving: 1scoopCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 10gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 260mgPotassium: 190mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 180IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 0.6mg
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