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Strawberry Cottage Cheese Ice Cream

Strawberry Cottage Cheese Ice Cream for a Guilt-Free Treat

Strawberry Cottage Cheese Ice Cream is a guilt-free treat blending sweetness and nutrition for a satisfying summer dessert.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Freezing Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Ice Cream Base
  • 2 cups cottage cheese opt for full-fat for richer flavor
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries thawed frozen strawberries can be used
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract use pure vanilla for best results
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice balances sweetness
For Added Texture
  • 1/2 cup optional chopped strawberries fold into mixture before freezing

Equipment

  • High-speed blender
  • Freezer-safe container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by washing and hulling 1 cup of fresh strawberries. Slice them in half.
  2. In a blender, combine the strawberries, 2 cups of cottage cheese, 2 tablespoons of honey, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. Blend until smooth.
  3. Fold in 1/2 cup of chopped strawberries gently into the mixture.
  4. Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container and smooth the top.
  5. Cover the container tightly and place it in the freezer for at least 4 hours.
  6. Allow it to soften at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before serving.
  7. Scoop the ice cream into bowls or cones and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 10gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Taste the mixture before freezing and adjust sweetness. Let ice cream sit for a few minutes before scooping for better texture.

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