Recipe: Cottage cheese ice cream
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Cottage cheese is having a moment.
The versatility of cottage cheese is highlighted in this recipe. Used as the base for ice cream, it’s perfectly creamy for a healthier dessert.
Serves 3
Ingredients
- 2 cups (16 ounces) full-fat cottage cheese
- ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons chocolate chips
Directions
Add cottage cheese, honey and peanut butter to a food processor or high-powered blender. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Stir in chocolate chips.
Put mixture in a loaf pan and place in the freezer for about 4 hours, or until hard.
Remove from the freezer, let thaw for 5-10 minutes, or until you can easily scoop it into individual bowls.
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
284 calories, 12g fat (4g saturated fat), 483mg sodium, 35g carbohydrates, 22g protein, 4g fiber
Adapted from: Eating Bird Food
Reviewed by PeaceHealth dietitians and nutritionists.
