If you’re looking for a healthy way to satisfy your ice cream cravings, this high-protein blueberry cottage cheese ice cream is perfect! It’s creamy, delicious, and easy to make with just four ingredients.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- High Protein – Cottage cheese makes this ice cream filling and nutritious.
- Naturally Sweet – Blueberries and honey add natural sweetness without extra sugar.
- Simple Ingredients – Only four ingredients are needed!
- Customizable – Add your favorite mix-ins for a unique twist.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup frozen blueberries
- 1 cup cottage cheese (4% fat recommended)
- 1 tbsp honey (or any sweetener of choice)
- 1 tbsp vanilla pudding mix (sugar-free)
Instructions:
- Blend Ingredients: Add cottage cheese, frozen blueberries, honey, and vanilla pudding mix to a blender. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Freeze: Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container or a Ninja Creami pint and freeze for 12-24 hours.
- Spin the Ice Cream: If using a Ninja Creami, set it to the “Ice Cream” function for a creamy texture.
- Optional Mix-Ins: Add extra frozen blueberries and use the “Mix-In” function for fruit chunks.
- Serve & Enjoy: Scoop into bowls or cones and enjoy!
How to Serve:
- Top with fresh or frozen blueberries for extra texture.
- Add grated lemon zest for a refreshing twist.
- Drizzle honey or maple syrup for extra sweetness.
How to Store:
- Keep in a sealed container in the freezer for up to one week.
- Let it soften slightly before scooping for the best texture.
Tips & Tricks:
- Use Full-Fat Cottage Cheese: 4% fat gives the creamiest result.
- Let It Fully Freeze: This ensures a smooth and scoopable consistency.
- Experiment with Sweeteners: Swap honey for maple syrup or a sugar-free alternative.
- Try Different Fruits: Strawberries, raspberries, or mango work great too!
Blueberry Cottage Cheese Ice Cream
A creamy, high-protein ice cream made with cottage cheese and frozen blueberries. A quick and healthy dessert!
Duration:
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Freeze Time: 12-24 hours
- Total Time: 12-24 hours
- Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients:
- 1 cup frozen blueberries
- 1 cup cottage cheese (4% fat recommended)
- 1 tbsp honey (or sweetener of choice)
- 1 tbsp vanilla pudding mix (sugar-free)
Instructions:
- Blend all ingredients until smooth.
- Transfer to a freezer-safe container and freeze for 12-24 hours.
- If using a Ninja Creami, spin on the “Ice Cream” setting.
- Add extra frozen blueberries using the “Mix-In” function (optional).
- Scoop, serve, and enjoy!
Notes:
- No Ninja Creami? Freeze in a container and let soften before scooping.
- Different Fruits? Swap blueberries for strawberries, raspberries, or mango.
- Does It Taste Like Cottage Cheese? No! Blending creates a smooth, creamy base that tastes like blueberry ice cream.
Enjoy your homemade blueberry cottage cheese ice cream!