Description
Indulge in the creamy delight of Chocolate Cottage Cheese Ice Cream, a healthier twist on your favorite frozen treat. This unique dessert combines the smooth texture of cottage cheese with rich cocoa, offering a protein-packed alternative to traditional ice cream. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy evenings at home, this easy-to-make recipe guarantees satisfaction without the guilt. Customize it with your favorite mix-ins like nuts or fruits to enhance both flavor and texture. Enjoy every spoonful knowing you’re making a deliciously nutritious choice that aligns with your health goals!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups full-fat cottage cheese
- ⅓ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup sugar
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 4 ounces finely chopped dark chocolate
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine cottage cheese, heavy cream, sugar, and cocoa powder. Stir until well mixed and sugar is dissolved.
- Pour the warm mixture into a blender, add vanilla extract, and blend until smooth. Refrigerate until chilled.
- Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- As it nears completion, add in finely chopped dark chocolate. Serve immediately for soft-serve consistency or transfer to an airtight container and freeze until firm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg