Fresh Cottage Cheese Ice Cream Recipe with 5 Easy Frozen Berry Hacks
A quick and easy ice cream made from cottage cheese and frozen berries, offering a refreshing, light, and protein-packed dessert without the need for an ice cream maker.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (450g) cottage cheese, full-fat or low-fat, small-curd preferred
- 1 cup (150g) frozen mixed berries (raspberries, blueberries, blackberries)
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract
- ½ cup (120ml) heavy cream or coconut cream (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Place 2 cups (450g) of cottage cheese in your blender or food processor. Blend on high for about 1-2 minutes until smooth and creamy, with no visible curds.
- Add 2 tablespoons (30ml) honey or maple syrup, 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract, 1 tablespoon (15ml) fresh lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Blend again for 30 seconds to mix evenly.
- Optional: Stir in ½ cup (120ml) heavy cream or coconut cream for extra creaminess.
- Gently fold 1 cup (150g) of frozen mixed berries into the cottage cheese mixture, keeping berry chunks intact.
- Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container, spread evenly, cover, and freeze for at least 3-4 hours until firm but scoopable.
- Remove from freezer 5-10 minutes before serving to soften slightly. Scoop into bowls and enjoy.
Notes
Use small-curd cottage cheese for smoother texture. Stir halfway through freezing for creamier texture. Lemon juice brightens flavor and balances tang. Frozen berries add natural sweetness and color without thawing first. For dairy-free, substitute cottage cheese with thick coconut or almond yogurt. Store covered in freezer up to one week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately ½ cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 3.5
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 8
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