Description
Easy Chocolate Cottage Cheese Ice Cream is a quick, healthy, and protein-packed frozen dessert that combines the rich flavor of chocolate with the creamy texture of cottage cheese. This guilt-free treat is perfect for busy days and suitable for those seeking a nutritious dessert without compromising on taste or indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese (smooth and creamy)
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup milk or almond milk (to adjust consistency)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cottage Cheese Base: Place the cottage cheese into a blender or food processor and blend until smooth and creamy, eliminating any lumps to create a perfect creamy foundation.
- Add Cocoa and Sweeteners: Add the unsweetened cocoa powder, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the blended cottage cheese. Blend again until the mixture is smooth, glossy, and chocolate is fully incorporated.
- Adjust Thickness: Pour in a splash of milk or almond milk to thin the mixture to your preferred ice-cream-like consistency. Blend briefly to combine for a scoopable texture after freezing.
- Freeze the Mixture: Transfer the mixture to a freezer-safe container, cover tightly, and freeze for at least 3-4 hours or until firm but scoopable. Stir the mixture every hour during the first 2 hours to prevent large ice crystals and maintain creaminess.
- Serve and Enjoy: Scoop the ice cream into bowls or cones. Optionally, add favorite toppings such as fresh berries, nuts, or chocolate chips, or enjoy plain for a refreshing, healthy dessert.
Notes
- Pick smooth and fresh cottage cheese for the creamiest texture.
- Blend thoroughly to eliminate graininess and achieve a silky consistency.
- Sweeten gradually—start with less honey or syrup and adjust to taste.
- Regular stirring during freezing prevents formation of ice crystals and keeps the ice cream creamy.
- If adding nuts or chocolate chips, fold them in after blending to retain crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: chocolate ice cream, cottage cheese dessert, healthy ice cream, protein dessert, quick ice cream, low-fat dessert, gluten free, dairy dessert
