This is a creamy and delicious cottage cheese ice cream recipe that offers a healthier twist on traditional ice cream. It's simple to make and perfect for those looking for a lower-fat dessert option.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cottage cheese preferably full-fat
- 1/2 cup honey or to taste
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup heavy cream optional, for creamier texture
- 1 cup frozen berries optional, for flavor
Instructions
- In a blender, combine the cottage cheese, honey, vanilla extract, and heavy cream if using. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the mixture into a shallow dish or container and gently fold in the frozen berries if using.
- Cover the dish and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.
- Before serving, let the ice cream sit at room temperature for about 5-10 minutes to soften slightly for easy scooping.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 8gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 21gVitamin A: 8IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 2mg