Pin 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 discovered this treat during my search for delicious high-protein desserts that don&t sacrifice taste. It became an instant favorite for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
- Full-fat cottage cheese: 2 cups (450 g)
- Pure maple syrup or honey: 1/3 cup (80 ml)
- Vanilla extract: 1 tsp
- Heavy cream (optional): 1/2 cup (120 ml), adds extra creaminess
- Salt: Pinch
- All-purpose flour, heat-treated: 1/2 cup (65 g)
- Unsalted butter, softened: 2 tbsp (30 g)
- Light brown sugar: 2 tbsp (25 g)
- Granulated sugar: 1 tbsp (15 g)
- Milk: 1 tbsp (15 ml)
- Vanilla extract (dough): 1/2 tsp
- Salt (dough): Pinch
- Mini chocolate chips: 1/4 cup (40 g)
Instructions
- Make the Edible Cookie Dough:
- Cream together softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar in a small bowl. Mix in milk, vanilla, and salt. Add heat-treated flour, stir until combined, then fold in mini chocolate chips. Roll dough into marble-sized balls and refrigerate.
- Make the Ice Cream Base:
- Blend cottage cheese, maple syrup (or honey), vanilla extract, heavy cream (if using), and a pinch of salt in a food processor or blender until completely smooth and creamy.
- Combine:
- Gently fold cookie dough balls into the blended cottage cheese mixture.
- Freeze:
- Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container, cover, and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.
- Serve:
- Let ice cream stand at room temperature for 10 minutes before scooping for easier serving.
Pin This ice cream always brings smiles when my family gathers for movie nights. Even picky eaters ask for seconds.
Required Tools
Food processor or high-speed blender, mixing bowls, freezer-safe container, and a small scoop or spoon make preparation easy.
Allergen Information
Contains dairy and gluten. Chocolate chips may supply soy. Always inspect ingredient labels for any dietary needs.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: Calories, 240. Total fat, 11 g. Carbohydrates, 23 g. Protein, 11 g.
Pin Serve chilled for a refreshing treat, and don&t forget to add extra cookie dough bites on top for a delightful crunch.
Recipe FAQ
- → How do I ensure the cookie dough is safe to eat?
Heat-treat the flour by microwaving it for one minute, stirring every 15 seconds. This process kills potential bacteria.
- → Can I substitute cottage cheese for another ingredient?
For extra richness, you can replace part of the cottage cheese with mascarpone. For lighter results, omit heavy cream.
- → What can I use if I don’t have a blender?
A food processor works just as well to whip the cottage cheese base until totally smooth and creamy.
- → Is this dessert suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, all the ingredients—including dairy and chocolate chips—are vegetarian-friendly. Always check chocolate chip labels for added ingredients.
- → How do I make the ice cream easier to scoop?
Let the frozen treat sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes before scooping to achieve a softer texture.
- → Are there any mix-in variations?
Try using chopped nuts, swapping chocolate chips for butterscotch chips, or adding a swirl of caramel for extra flavor.