Save A creamy, protein-packed ice cream featuring whipped cottage cheese and bursts of edible chocolate chip cookie dough, perfect for a guilt-free frozen treat.
I first whipped up this cottage cheese ice cream on a hot afternoon and was amazed how creamy and satisfying it turned out. The edible cookie dough adds fun bites without extra fuss.
Ingredients
- Ice Cream Base: 2 cups (450 g) full-fat cottage cheese, 1/3 cup (80 ml) pure maple syrup or honey, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1/2 cup (120 ml) heavy cream (optional, for extra creaminess), pinch of salt
- Edible Cookie Dough: 1/2 cup (65 g) all-purpose flour, heat-treated, 2 tbsp (30 g) unsalted butter, softened, 2 tbsp (25 g) light brown sugar, 1 tbsp (15 g) granulated sugar, 1 tbsp (15 ml) milk, 1/2 tsp vanilla extract, pinch of salt, 1/4 cup (40 g) mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Make the Edible Cookie Dough:
- Cream together butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar. Mix in milk, vanilla, salt. Add heat-treated flour, combine, fold in chocolate chips. Roll into small balls and refrigerate.
- Make the Ice Cream Base:
- Blend cottage cheese, maple syrup (or honey), vanilla extract, heavy cream (if using), and salt in a food processor until smooth and creamy.
- Combine:
- Gently fold cookie dough balls into the cottage cheese mixture.
- Freeze:
- Pour mixture into a freezer-safe container, cover, and freeze at least 4 hours until firm.
- Serve:
- Let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before scooping.
Save My kids love scooping out big chunks of cookie dough and sharing this ice cream after dinner. It always disappears fast at family gatherings.
Required Tools
Food processor or high-speed blender, mixing bowls, freezer-safe container, small scoop or spoon
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (cottage cheese, butter, cream, milk), gluten (wheat flour), and soy (possible in chocolate chips). Check labels for allergens if concerned.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories: 240, total fat: 11 g, carbohydrates: 23 g, protein: 11 g
Save Enjoy this healthy twist on ice cream for dessert or a refreshing snack. Share with friends or savor solo every creamy bite.
Recipe FAQ
- → Can I use low-fat cottage cheese?
Yes, but expect a less creamy texture. Full-fat cottage cheese yields a richer result.
- → How do I heat-treat flour?
Microwave flour in a bowl for 1 minute, stirring every 15 seconds, to kill bacteria. Cool before using.
- → Can I substitute maple syrup with honey?
Absolutely. Both work for sweetening and add a subtle depth of flavor.
- → What if I don't have a food processor?
A high-speed blender works well. Blend until the cottage cheese base is smooth and creamy.
- → Is this suitable for a vegetarian diet?
Yes. All ingredients are vegetarian-friendly.
- → Can I make it nut-free?
Omit any added nuts and check chocolate chip packaging for potential traces of nuts.