Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Quick & Easy: Requires just a few simple steps.
- Healthier Ingredients: High in protein, lower in sugar.
- Perfect Summer Treat: A no-bake dessert for hot days.
- Diet-Friendly: Vegetarian, gluten-free, and protein-packed.
- No Oven Needed: Keep things cool in the kitchen!
Ingredients:
- Cottage cheese
- Honey (or maple syrup as a substitute)
- Vanilla extract
- Dates
- Pinch of salt
Instructions:
- Blend the Ingredients: Add cottage cheese, honey, vanilla, dates, and salt to a food processor or blender. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Freeze the Mixture: Pour the mixture into a loaf pan or freezer-safe container. Smooth the surface, cover, and freeze for 3-4 hours.
- Serve and Enjoy: Let the ice cream thaw for about 10 minutes before scooping. Serve and enjoy your high-protein summer treat!
Storage Instructions:
- Store the ice cream in a sealed container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks. Let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving.
Substitutions:
- Honey: Swap with maple syrup for a different sweetener option.
- Dates: Replace with about ¼ cup of caramel for an indulgent twist.
Equipment:
- Food processor or blender (essential for the creamy texture).
This salted caramel cottage cheese ice cream is creamy, flavorful, and so easy to make. Whether you’re looking for a healthier dessert or just love the unique combo of cottage cheese and caramel, this recipe is sure to impress!
This Salted Caramel Cottage Cheese Ice Cream is a creamy, high-protein dessert with a rich caramel flavor from natural ingredients like honey and dates. Perfect for a guilt-free summer treat!
Recipe Details
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Freeze Time: 4 hours
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Calories: 207 kcal
Equipment
- Food Processor or blender
Ingredients
- 1 (16 oz) container full-fat cottage cheese
- ¼ cup honey
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of sea salt
- 6 dates (soften in water for 5 minutes if hard)
Instructions
- Blend Ingredients: Add cottage cheese, honey, vanilla extract, and sea salt to a food processor or blender. Blend until smooth.
- Incorporate Dates: Add the dates and blend again until they are broken into small pieces but not fully blended.
- Freeze: Transfer the mixture to a loaf pan or bowl. Smooth the surface and freeze for 3-4 hours, or until set.
- Serve: Let the ice cream thaw for 5-10 minutes before scooping. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: 207 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Protein: 13 g
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Sodium: 358 mg
- Sugar: 27 g
- Fiber: 1 g
Enjoy this healthy, no-churn ice cream that’s as delicious as it is nutritious!
