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Healthy Cottage Cheese Ice Cream Recipe with High Protein Boost Easy and Delicious

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A creamy, high-protein ice cream made from cottage cheese and simple ingredients, perfect for a guilt-free dessert or post-workout snack.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (240 g) cottage cheese, full-fat or low-fat, small-curd preferred
  • 1/2 cup (120 g) plain, unsweetened Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml) pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) milk or dairy-free alternative (almond or oat milk)
  • 1/4 cup (30 g) protein powder, vanilla or unflavored (whey or plant-based)
  • Optional mix-ins: fresh or frozen berries, dark chocolate chips, toasted nuts

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ingredients (5 minutes): Measure out cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, milk or dairy alternative, and protein powder.
  2. Blend the Base (5-7 minutes): Combine all ingredients in a high-powered blender or food processor and blend until completely smooth and creamy.
  3. Adjust Texture and Sweetness (2 minutes): Taste the mixture and add more honey if desired. For thicker ice cream, add a tablespoon of oat flour or blend in frozen banana.
  4. Fold in Mix-ins (Optional) (2 minutes): Transfer the base to a bowl and gently fold in berries, nuts, or chocolate chips.
  5. Freeze the Mixture (4-6 hours): Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 4 hours, stirring every 1-2 hours to prevent ice crystals.
  6. Serve and Enjoy: Remove from freezer 5-10 minutes before serving to soften slightly. Scoop into bowls or cones and enjoy.

Notes

Blend thoroughly to avoid lumps. Stir ice cream every 1-2 hours while freezing to prevent ice crystals. Use full-fat dairy for creamier texture. Add mix-ins just before freezing or serving. Let ice cream soften 5-10 minutes before scooping. If too hard, microwave for 15 seconds.

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