Description
This cottage cheese protein ice cream is a quick, healthy, high-protein frozen treat that’s smooth, creamy, and guilt-free. With just 3 ingredients and no ice cream maker needed, it’s the perfect smart dessert or post-workout snack.
Ingredients
Scale
1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (or sugar-free sweetener like monk fruit)
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional: ½ banana or 1 tablespoon peanut butter for flavor
Instructions
- Add cottage cheese, sweetener, and vanilla (plus optional ingredients) to a high-powered blender or food processor.
- Blend on high until completely smooth and creamy, with no lumps.
- Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container and smooth out the top.
- Freeze for 2–4 hours, stirring once halfway through to keep it soft.
- Let thaw for 10 minutes before scooping. Enjoy!
Notes
For a soft-serve version, use frozen banana and enjoy immediately after blending.
To boost protein, add 1 scoop of vanilla or chocolate protein powder.
Flavor variations: try cocoa powder for chocolate, strawberries for fruit flavor, or peanut butter for a nutty twist.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes