Fresh Cottage Cheese Ice Cream Recipe with Frozen Berries Easy Homemade Dessert
A quick and easy homemade ice cream using fresh cottage cheese and frozen berries, offering a creamy, tangy, and refreshing dessert that’s lighter than traditional ice cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 2 cups (450g) fresh small-curd cottage cheese
- 1 cup (150g) frozen mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, strawberries)
- 3 tablespoons (45ml) honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup (60ml) milk or dairy-free milk (almond milk or oat milk)
- 1 teaspoon (5ml) lemon juice
- Optional toppings: chopped toasted almonds, granola, drizzle of dark chocolate
Instructions
- Measure and prep ingredients: Let frozen berries sit at room temperature for about 5 minutes to soften slightly.
- In a blender or food processor, combine cottage cheese, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, milk or dairy-free milk, and lemon juice. Blend on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 1-2 minutes. Scrape sides as needed.
- Add the slightly softened frozen berries and pulse 5-7 times to incorporate without fully pureeing, keeping some berry chunks.
- Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more honey or syrup if desired. If texture is too thick, blend in a splash more milk, one tablespoon at a time.
- Serve immediately for a soft-serve style or pour into a freezer-safe container and chill for 15-30 minutes to firm up slightly, stirring once or twice during chilling.
- Garnish with extra frozen berries, chopped nuts, or a drizzle of dark chocolate before serving.
Notes
Use small-curd cottage cheese for best smoothness. Let frozen berries soften slightly before blending to avoid icy texture. Pulse berries to keep chunks for texture contrast. Adjust sweetness gradually. For a silkier texture, add a spoonful of Greek yogurt or a splash of cream. Chill briefly for firmer texture but avoid freezing overnight to prevent iciness. Dairy-free version can be made with coconut yogurt and almond milk. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days and avoid refreezing multiple times.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 150
- Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Protein: 10
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