Can you turn cottage cheese into ice cream?

Absolutely! Cottage cheese makes an excellent ice cream base because of its high protein content and creamy texture when blended smooth. The key is using a food processor or high-speed blender to eliminate the characteristic cottage cheese texture completely.

Is cottage cheese ice cream good for you?

Yes, cottage cheese ice cream is significantly healthier than traditional ice cream. It's high in protein, lower in calories and sugar, and provides nutrients like calcium and B vitamins. It's an excellent way to satisfy dessert cravings while supporting your nutritional goals.

What pairs well with chocolate ice cream?

Fresh berries, nuts, vanilla wafers, and coffee all complement chocolate ice cream perfectly. For cottage cheese chocolate ice cream specifically, try pairing with types of chocolate shavings, fresh mint, or even a drizzle of almond butter.

Why is my cottage cheese ice cream so hard?

If your ice cream is too hard, it likely needs more fat or sugar to maintain scoopability. Try using full-fat cottage cheese next time, or add a tablespoon of Greek yogurt to the mixture. Let it soften at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Cottage Cheese Chocolate Ice Cream – The Surprisingly Creamy 3-Ingredient Dessert That'll Blow Your Mind

Name: Cottage Cheese Chocolate Ice Cream – The Surprisingly Creamy 3-Ingredient Dessert That'll Blow Your Mind
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 3 h 15 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat works best); 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder; 2-3 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)

Description

This surprisingly creamy 3-ingredient cottage cheese chocolate ice cream delivers all the rich, chocolatey satisfaction of traditional ice cream with 7g of protein per serving. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep time plus freezing, it’s the perfect guilt-free dessert for busy weeknights or post-workout treats.

Ingredients

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1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat works best)

3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder

2–3 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)

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Instructions

1. Add cottage cheese to your food processor or high-speed blender. Blend for 30-45 seconds until completely smooth and creamy.

2. Add cocoa powder and sweetener of choice. Blend again for another 30 seconds until everything is well combined and the mixture turns a rich chocolate color.

3. Taste and adjust sweetness or chocolate flavor as desired.

4. Pour mixture into a freezer-safe container and spread evenly. Cover tightly with plastic wrap or a lid.

5. Freeze for at least 3-4 hours until firm enough to scoop, or overnight for best results. For ultra-smooth texture, stir every 30 minutes for the first 2 hours.

Notes

Let cottage cheese sit for 10-15 minutes to soften before blending for smoothest results.

For dairy-free version, use cashew-based cottage cheese.

Keto-friendly: substitute honey with stevia or erythritol.

Storage: Keep in airtight container in freezer for up to 1 month.

If ice cream becomes too hard, let soften 5-10 minutes before scooping.

Recipe doubles easily for larger batches.

Prep Time: 15
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1
Calories: 95
Sugar: 10
Sodium: 230
Fat: 2
Saturated Fat: 1
Unsaturated Fat: 1
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 12
Fiber: 2
Protein: 7
Cholesterol: 5