Description
Berry Bliss Cottage Cheese Ice Cream is a creamy, protein-rich no-churn dessert made by blending cottage cheese with mixed berries, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla. It’s a healthy, refreshing treat perfect for warm days or guilt-free indulgence.
Ingredients
- 2 cups full-fat cottage cheese
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups mixed berries (fresh or frozen)
- Optional: 1 tsp lemon zest or 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Optional toppings: dark chocolate chips, granola, or extra berries
Instructions
In a high-speed blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
- Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
- Add the mixed berries and blend until well incorporated. For texture, blend partially and stir in some whole berries.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
- Pour the mixture into a loaf pan or freezer-safe container.
- Cover and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.
- Before serving, let the ice cream sit at room temperature for 10–15 minutes to soften.
- Scoop into bowls or cones and add optional toppings like chocolate chips, granola, or more berries.
Notes
- Use full-fat cottage cheese for the best creamy texture.
- Let the ice cream sit out before serving for easier scooping.
- Customize the flavor with different fruits or mix-ins.
- Add a splash of vodka before freezing to improve scoopability without altering taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
