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A bowl of strawberry cottage cheese ice cream topped with fresh strawberries.

Strawberry Cottage Cheese Ice Cream

A healthier ice cream alternative that combines creamy cottage cheese and fresh strawberries for a refreshing dessert.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups cottage cheese
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced Use ripe strawberries for the best flavor.
  • 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup Adjust the sweetness to your taste.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt
Optional Toppings
  • Chopped fresh strawberries
  • Mint leaves
  • Chopped almonds or pistachios

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash, hull, and slice the strawberries.
  2. In a blender, combine cottage cheese, honey (or maple syrup), lemon juice, vanilla extract, and the sliced strawberries. Blend until smooth.
  3. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
Churning
  1. If using an ice cream maker, churn the chilled mixture according to the manufacturer’s instructions for about 20-30 minutes.
  2. Transfer the mixture to a freezer container and freeze for at least 2 hours until firm.
  3. If not using an ice cream maker, stir the blended mixture and freeze in a container, scraping and stirring every 30 minutes to break up ice crystals for 2-3 hours.
Serving
  1. Serve your Strawberry Cottage Cheese Ice Cream in bowls or cones.
  2. Add a few chopped fresh strawberries on top for extra flavor, and sprinkle with chopped almonds or pistachios for a lovely crunch. Garnish with mint leaves.

Notes

Store any leftover ice cream in an airtight container in the freezer. It will keep well for about a week, but for the best texture, try to finish it within a few days. Let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes before scooping.