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High-Protein Blueberry Cottage Cheese Ice Cream

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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:

  1. Blend Ingredients: Add cottage cheese, frozen blueberries, honey, and vanilla pudding mix to a blender. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  2. Freeze: Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container or a Ninja Creami pint and freeze for 12-24 hours.
  3. Spin the Ice Cream: If using a Ninja Creami, set it to the “Ice Cream” function for a creamy texture.
  4. Optional Mix-Ins: Add extra frozen blueberries and use the “Mix-In” function for fruit chunks.
  5. 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:

  1. Blend all ingredients until smooth.
  2. Transfer to a freezer-safe container and freeze for 12-24 hours.
  3. If using a Ninja Creami, spin on the “Ice Cream” setting.
  4. Add extra frozen blueberries using the “Mix-In” function (optional).
  5. 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!

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