Creamy Cottage Cheese Dessert

Protein-rich frozen dessert blending cottage cheese with honey and vanilla for a smooth, customizable treat.

# What You'll Need:

01 - 2 cups (16 fl oz) full-fat cottage cheese

02 - 1/3 cup (2.7 fl oz) honey or maple syrup

03 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

04 - Pinch of salt

05 - 1/2 cup (3.6 oz) fresh strawberries or berries, chopped

06 - 1/3 cup (2.1 oz) mini chocolate chips

07 - 1/3 cup (1.1 oz) chopped roasted nuts

08 - 2 tablespoons (1 oz) peanut butter or almond butter

01 - Place cottage cheese, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt into a high-speed blender or food processor.

02 - Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, stopping as needed to scrape down the sides.

03 - Gently fold in your selected mix-ins using a spatula to maintain texture.

04 - Transfer the mixture into a freezer-safe container, smoothing the surface evenly.

05 - Freeze for 2 to 4 hours or until firm enough to scoop.

06 - Allow ice cream to sit at room temperature for 5 to 10 minutes before scooping and serving.

01 -

It feels like cheating—no ice cream maker, no hours of churning, just a blender and patience.
The protein keeps you satisfied, so you can eat dessert without the guilt spiral that usually follows.
It tastes expensive and restaurant-quality, but costs less than a single scoop at the shop.

02 -

Full-fat cottage cheese is non-negotiable; reduced-fat versions make this grainy no matter how long you blend.
If you're adding chocolate, blend in 2 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder with the base for seamless flavor.

03 -

Blend for a full minute even after it looks smooth—you want it so creamy that it feels almost mousse-like.
Chill your blender pitcher first if your kitchen is warm; it keeps the mixture from starting to melt before freezing.