High Protein Salted Caramel Cottage Cheese Ice Cream Recipe | Healthy Dessert Idea
"High protein salted caramel cottage cheese ice cream is creamy, indulgent, and packed with protein. A healthy dessert recipe that’s perfect for summer, guilt-free snacking, or satisfying your sweet cravings."
Equipment
- Blender or food processor
- Freezer-safe container with lid
- Ice cream scoop
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 2 cups full-fat cottage cheese
- ¼ cup salted caramel sauce (or blend dates + maple syrup + pinch of salt)
- 2–3 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (optional)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of sea salt
- Optional toppings: chocolate chunks, chopped nuts, granola, or extra caramel drizzle
Instructions
- Blend Base: Add cottage cheese, caramel sauce, sweetener, protein powder, vanilla, and salt to a blender. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Taste & Adjust: Check sweetness and salt balance. Adjust with extra honey or caramel if desired.
- Freeze: Pour mixture into a freezer-safe container. Freeze for 2–3 hours, stirring every 30 minutes to break up ice crystals.
- Serve: Scoop into bowls. Garnish with chocolate chunks, nuts, or granola. Drizzle extra caramel for indulgence.
- Enjoy: Serve slightly thawed for the creamiest texture.
- Expert Tip: Use full-fat cottage cheese for the smoothest, most ice-cream-like consistency.
Notes
- Variations: Try chocolate salted caramel, peanut butter swirl, or vegan with plant-based cottage cheese.
- Storage: Keeps in freezer up to 2 months. Thaw 5–10 minutes before scooping.
- Serving Ideas: Pair with coffee, protein shakes, or brownies for dessert.
- Common Mistakes: Avoid icy texture by stirring during freezing, balance sweet and salty carefully, and use quality cottage cheese to prevent graininess.