4-Ingredient High Protein Cottage Cheese Ice Cream Recipe
This 4-Ingredient High Protein Cottage Cheese Ice Cream is a creamy, delicious, and protein-packed dessert made with simple ingredients. Blended to silky smoothness and frozen to perfection, it offers a healthy twist on classic ice cream with the added benefit of cottage cheese and optional protein powder, perfect for a nutritious treat that satisfies sweet cravings without excess sugar or fat.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 1/4 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons sweetener (like monk fruit or erythritol)
Optional Add-ons
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (for extra protein)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Place the cottage cheese, milk, vanilla extract, and sweetener into a high-speed blender to prepare the base of your ice cream.
- Blend Smooth: Blend on high until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. Pause occasionally to scrape down the sides of the blender to ensure everything is evenly mixed.
- Add Protein Powder: If using, add the vanilla protein powder now and blend briefly until just combined, making sure not to over-blend.
- Transfer to Container: Pour the creamy mixture into a freezer-safe container, such as a loaf pan, to prepare for freezing.
- Freeze: Freeze the mixture for at least 4 to 6 hours, or until it is firm enough to scoop like traditional ice cream.
- Serve: Let the ice cream sit at room temperature for 5 to 10 minutes before scooping to soften slightly for the perfect creamy texture.
Notes
- You can use any type of milk you prefer, such as almond, oat, or regular dairy milk, to keep the recipe dairy-friendly or vegan-friendly.
- Adjust the sweetness level by modifying the amount or type of sweetener based on your taste preference.
- The optional protein powder boosts protein content, making this ice cream a great post-workout dessert.
- Allowing the ice cream to soften slightly before serving enhances the scoopability and mouthfeel.
- Store leftovers covered in the freezer and consume within one week for best flavor and texture.
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