Description
This Strawberry Cottage Cheese Ice Cream is a protein-rich, no-churn frozen dessert made with blended cottage cheese, fresh strawberries, and natural sweeteners. It’s smooth, sweet, and perfect for a healthy snack or light dessert on a hot day.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cottage cheese (full-fat for best creaminess)
- 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen strawberries
- 2–3 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: 1 tablespoon lemon juice (enhances berry flavor)
Instructions
- Add cottage cheese, strawberries, honey, vanilla, and lemon juice (if using) to a high-speed blender or food processor.
- Blend until completely smooth and creamy, scraping down sides as needed.
- Pour mixture into a freezer-safe container and spread evenly.
- Freeze for 2–3 hours, stirring once or twice for softer texture.
- Let sit at room temp for 5–10 minutes before scooping and serving.
Notes
- Add crushed graham crackers or chocolate chips for fun texture.
- Use Greek yogurt to thin the mixture slightly if too thick.
- Tastes amazing with a swirl of strawberry jam before freezing!
- Details
Nutrition
- Calories: 170 kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
