The Best Cottage Cheese Ice Cream

Have you tried cottage cheese ice cream? It has gone on trend due to its sweet, creamy, and delicious taste. Honestly, I’m not crazy about it. Say what you would like about cottage cheese, but it is truly a heart winner due to its delicious taste. If you try this protein ice cream, you have got the best healthy snack with this simple recipe. It is much easier to make, and it only takes 5 to 10 minutes of active time in the Kitchen. There are many different variations for preparing it, but the base has two simple ingredients : cottage cheese and honey. The version I’m sharing also has vanilla extract.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Cottage cheese ice cream comes with a serious punch of high protein, about 15g-20g per serve, and it is much healthier than regular ice cream as it has less sugar.

Just like dirty chai latte and oreo mug cake, It is super easy to make at home because it requires only three ingredients and can be made without an ice cream maker.

This recipe is so easy to customize to your favorite flavor. You can try different combinations; just use cottage cheese as a base and try different things. You will love cottage cheese ice cream because it is creamy and rich with a unique texture, making it a delicious treat.

Ingredients

Cottage cheese: I use full-fat cottage cheese, but you can also use low-fat or fat-free cottage cheese. Just keep in mind that the more fat content, the creamier and thicker your ice cream will be.

Honey: Feel easy to go with maple syrup or any other liquid instead of honey. I’m using honey, which I think nicely pairs with cottage cheese.

Vanilla extract: I recommend adding vanilla extract, as it adds aromatic sweetness and makes ice cream more appealing.

Banana: Banana adds a creamy texture and thickness to the ice cream and enhances the flavor.

How to Make Cottage Cheese Ice Cream?

1. Add all the ingredients (cottage cheese, honey, vanilla extract, and banana) to the high-powered blender and blend until smooth.

1. Then, pour the mixture into the container or a pan and cover it with a lid.  Place the container into the freezer for 3 to 4 hours until frozen.
2. Remove the ice cream container from the freezer and let it thaw at room temperature, or place the container into warm water until you can easily scoop out and enjoy your ice cream.

Substitutions and Variations

• You can customize this delicious, high-protein dessert in many ways, and the best one is to use different fruits to create different flavors.
• You can add some fresh or frozen strawberries and a sprinkle of graham cracker crumbles for a delightful strawberry cottage cream.
• Add chocolate chips with cocoa powder if you want a delicious chocolate treat.
• You can use different frozen fruits such as bananas, mangoes, strawberries, and blueberries to give it a fruity touch.
• For a coffee flavor, mix espresso or instant coffee powder into your ice cream.
• Add a small amount of cinnamon, cardamom, nutmeg, or pumpkin pie spice for a warm and cozy flavor.

Storage and Freezing

Transfer the cottage cheese ice cream into a well-covered container and store it in the freezer for 2 to 3 weeks. To prevent ice crystals from forming, cover the surface with a plastic wrap before sealing the container. During this time, it maintains the creamy texture and flavor.

Let it thaw at room temperature for about 5-10 minutes before scooping and enjoy.

Tips and Tricks

• Full-fat cottage cheese works best with this recipe because it provides a creamier texture and richer flavor to the ice cream. You can use low-fat or fat-free options, but they will result in an icier texture.
• Make sure to blend the cottage cheese well before you combine it with the other ingredients. This will help you achieve a smooth, creamy texture that is lump-free.
• To keep your cottage cheese ice cream from turning hard or icy, I suggest stirring it every 30 minutes to 1 hour. Continue this stirring process until your ice cream is nearly set, which usually takes 2-3 hours, depending on your freezer and the quantity of ice cream.
• Rest the cottage cheese for a few minutes after freezing to avoid the icy texture. This will also help create a cleaner, smoother, and more enjoyable scoop.