Description
Indulge in a guilt-free dessert with this Strawberry Cottage Cheese Ice Cream. Perfect for warm days, this no-churn recipe combines the luscious flavors of fresh strawberries with the creamy texture of full-fat cottage cheese. Packed with protein and nutrients, itβs an ideal treat for both kids and adults. In just 5 minutes of prep time, you can whip up a delightful frozen treat thatβs customizable to your sweetness preference. Whether enjoyed on its own or as a topping for pancakes or waffles, this ice cream is sure to impress!
Ingredients
- 2 cups full-fat cottage cheese
- 1Β½ cups fresh or frozen strawberries
- 2β3 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- In a high-speed blender, combine cottage cheese, strawberries, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and lemon juice (if using).
- Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
- Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container and spread evenly.
- Cover tightly and freeze for 2β3 hours, stirring once or twice for a softer texture.
- Before serving, let the ice cream sit at room temperature for 5β10 minutes to soften slightly.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Churn
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (125g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Use full-fat cottage cheese for the creamiest results. Adjust the sweetness according to your taste preference by sampling before freezing. For added flavor, experiment with other fruits or mix-ins like chocolate chips.