Cottage Cheese Ice Cream (Printable Format)
Creamy, tangy frozen delight blending cottage cheese, cream, and vanilla in every scoop.
# What You Need:
→ Dairy
01 - 2 cups full-fat cottage cheese
02 - 1 cup heavy cream
→ Sweeteners
03 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar or honey
→ Flavorings
04 - 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
→ Optional Mix-ins
05 - 1/2 cup fresh berries, chocolate chips, or chopped nuts
# How-To Steps:
01 - Combine cottage cheese, heavy cream, granulated sugar or honey, and vanilla extract in a blender or food processor. Blend for 1 to 2 minutes until mixture is completely smooth and creamy.
02 - Taste the base and add additional sweetener if desired, blending again briefly to incorporate.
03 - Gently fold in berries, chocolate chips, or chopped nuts using a spatula if desired.
04 - Pour mixture into a freezer-safe container. Smooth the surface and seal tightly.
05 - Freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm. Before serving, allow to sit at room temperature for 10 minutes to soften, then scoop and serve.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- Uses high-protein cottage cheese for a more nutritious treat
- Blitzes together in just minutes with very little equipment needed
- Customizable with your favorite mix-ins like fresh berries or chocolate chips
- Naturally gluten-free and easy to make lactose-free
02 -
- High protein from cottage cheese makes this extra satisfying
- Quick to make compared to traditional custard-style ice creams
- Totally customizable with whatever add-ins you love best
03 -
- I learned early on that blending cottage cheese until absolutely silky smooth is the real game changer for this recipe. Be patient in this first step.
- Always taste before freezing in case you want a touch more sweetness or vanilla. Do not be afraid to get creative with those mix-ins the base is forgiving and makes everything taste gourmet.