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Creamy chocolate ice cream made with cottage cheese

Creamy Chocolate Cottage Cheese Ice Cream

A healthier twist on classic ice cream, this creamy dessert combines cottage cheese and rich cocoa for a protein-packed treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 6 hours
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups cottage cheese Make sure it's well-blended for a smooth texture.
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup Adjust sweetness to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
  • 1 pinch salt

Method

Preparation

  • In a blender, combine the cottage cheese, cocoa powder, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, milk, and salt.
  • Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  • Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.

Churning

  • Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.
  • Alternatively, pour it into a container and freeze for about 4-6 hours, stirring every hour to break up ice crystals.

Serving

  • Serve the creamy chocolate cottage cheese ice cream on its own, or garnish with fresh fruit, nuts, or granola.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 8gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10g

Notes

Store any leftover ice cream in an airtight container in the freezer. It may harden more than store-bought versions; let it sit out for a few minutes before scooping.
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