Ingredients
16 oz (2 cups) full-fat cottage cheese (for best creaminess)
2–3 Tbsp honey or maple syrup (to taste)
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of fine sea salt
Optional mix-ins/swirl (choose 1–2):
1 cup diced strawberries or mango, or 2 Tbsp lemon zest
2 Tbsp cocoa powder or 2 Tbsp peanut butter/almond butter
¼ cup mini chocolate chips or crushed nuts
1 scoop vanilla protein powder (optional boost)
Instructions
Blend Base: Add cottage cheese, honey/maple, vanilla, and salt to a blender. Blend on high (30–60 seconds) until perfectly smooth and silky (no visible curds).
Flavor & Fold: Taste and adjust sweetness. Pulse or fold in any mix-ins (keep a few for topping).
Freeze: Pour into a loaf pan. Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface (helps prevent ice crystals). Freeze 2–3 hours, stirring once after 60–90 minutes for extra creaminess.
Serve: Let sit at room temperature 5–10 minutes to soften, scoop, and enjoy. For a soft-serve vibe, eat right after blending.
Notes
Creaminess Keys: Full-fat cottage cheese wins for texture. If using low-fat, add 1–2 Tbsp heavy cream or Greek yogurt.
Anti-Ice Tricks: Stir once mid-freeze, or mix in 1 Tbsp corn syrup or 1 tsp vodka to reduce iciness (optional).
Sweetener Swaps: Use agave, date syrup, or your favorite zero-cal sweetener; start small and adjust to taste.
Swirl Ideas: Strawberry jam, peanut butter, or dark-chocolate shell—spoon in and marble with a knife.
Storage: Airtight container, 1–2 months. Thaw 10 minutes before scooping.
Diet Tweaks: Use lactose-free cottage cheese if needed; choose sugar-free sweetener for lower carbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Blending, Freezing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free