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Salted Caramel Cottage Cheese Protein Ice Cream Recipe

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  • Author: Julian
  • Total Time: 3 hours 5 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

This Salted Caramel Cottage Cheese Ice Cream recipe offers a creamy, high-protein dessert that is naturally sweetened and easy to prepare. Blended cottage cheese and dates create a smooth, rich texture enhanced with vanilla and a touch of sea salt. The optional homemade salted caramel drizzle adds an indulgent finish, hardening into delightful caramel chunks. Perfect for a healthy treat that’s customizable with add-ins like chocolate or nuts.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 16 oz Cottage Cheese
  • 1/4 cup Pure Maple Syrup or Honey
  • 1 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract
  • 1 pinch Sea Salt
  • 6 whole Medjool Dates, pitted
  • 1/4 cup Vanilla Protein Powder
  • 2 Tbsp Cashew Butter

Caramel Drizzle (Optional)

  • 2 Tbsp Coconut Oil, melted
  • 3 Tbsp Pure Maple Syrup
  • 1/3 cup Creamy Peanut Butter
  • 1/2 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract
  • 1 pinch Sea Salt

Instructions

  1. Blend Base Ingredients: In a blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese, vanilla protein powder, vanilla extract, maple syrup (or honey), cashew butter, and a pinch of sea salt. Blend until smooth, scraping down the sides as necessary to ensure everything is well combined.
  2. Add Dates: Add the pitted Medjool dates to the blended mixture and pulse or blend again until the dates are broken down into small chunks, creating a slightly textured and naturally sweet ice cream base.
  3. Freeze Ice Cream: Pour the blended mixture into a small dish or loaf tin, spreading evenly. Freeze for 3-4 hours until firm but scoopable. For best texture, enjoy at this stage.
  4. Prepare Caramel Drizzle: In a small bowl, whisk together melted coconut oil, maple syrup, creamy peanut butter, vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt until smooth and well combined.
  5. Serve and Garnish: When ready to serve, drizzle the caramel over the ice cream. You can also mix the caramel into the ice cream before freezing if you prefer caramel chunks dispersed throughout. Allow the caramel to harden slightly for a delightful texture contrast.
  6. Thaw Before Eating: If the ice cream has hardened overnight, let it thaw for 15-20 minutes for optimal scoopability and creamy texture before serving.

Notes

  • The best texture is achieved after 3-4 hours of freezing; ice cream hardens more if left longer.
  • Let the ice cream thaw 15-20 minutes before serving to soften.
  • Protein powder can be omitted without significantly affecting texture.
  • You can customize by adding chocolate chunks, crushed nuts, or other preferred mix-ins.
  • The caramel drizzle is optional but complements the ice cream perfectly.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: salted caramel, cottage cheese ice cream, high protein dessert, healthy ice cream, no refined sugar, natural sweetener, homemade ice cream, protein powder, low fat dessert

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