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Cottage Cheese Ice Cream (High-Protein Viral Dessert)

Cottage Cheese Ice Cream

A creamy, high-protein dessert using cottage cheese for a smooth texture. Easy to make, customizable with mix-ins, and perfect as a guilt-free indulgence.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Course Dessert, high protein
Cuisine American
Servings 3 people
Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 blender or food processor
  • 1 freezer-safe container for freezing the ice cream

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup cottage cheese full-fat or low-fat
  • 1/2 cup milk dairy or plant-based
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional: fresh berries chocolate chips, or nut butter

Instructions
 

  • Combine cottage cheese, milk, honey, and vanilla extract in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth and creamy.
  • Gently fold in any desired mix-ins such as berries, chocolate chips, or nut butter.
  • Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container and freeze for 2 to 4 hours, stirring halfway through to ensure creaminess.
  • Scoop the ice cream into bowls and serve immediately, allowing it to soften for 2 to 3 minutes if too firm.

Notes

  • Use full-fat cottage cheese for a creamier texture.
  • Adjust sweetness by adding more honey or maple syrup.
  • Experiment with cinnamon or cocoa powder for flavor variations.
  • Can be made smoother using an ice cream maker.