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Salted Caramel Cottage Cheese Ice Cream Recipe

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  • Author: Chef
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

This Salted Caramel Cottage Cheese Ice Cream is a creamy, protein-packed frozen treat that combines the natural richness of cottage cheese with the indulgent flavors of salted caramel and medjool dates. Sweetened naturally with pure maple syrup and blended with vanilla protein powder and cashew butter, it’s a healthier twist on traditional ice cream, perfect for a guilt-free dessert or snack.

Ingredients

Ice Cream Base

  • 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

Salted Caramel Drizzle

  • 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. Prepare the Ice Cream Base: Blend the cottage cheese, vanilla protein powder, pure maple syrup (or honey), pure vanilla extract, and sea salt together in a blender until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed to ensure even mixing.
  2. Add Dates: Add the pitted medjool dates to the blender and pulse or blend again just enough to break the dates down into small chunks, preserving some texture for the ice cream.
  3. Freeze the Mixture: Pour the blended mixture into a small dish or loaf tin, smoothing the top, then place it in the freezer. Freeze for 3 to 4 hours until firm but scoopable.
  4. Make the Salted Caramel Drizzle: While the ice cream freezes, whisk together the melted coconut oil, pure maple syrup, creamy peanut butter, pure vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt in a bowl until fully combined and smooth.
  5. Serve: Once the ice cream is frozen, scoop into bowls or cones and drizzle the salted caramel over the top. Alternatively, you can fold the caramel into the ice cream before freezing for pockets of caramel flavor.
  6. Enjoy: Allow the ice cream to thaw for 15-20 minutes at room temperature before serving for the best creamy texture and flavor.

Notes

  • The best texture is achieved after freezing for 3-4 hours; if left overnight, the ice cream will become harder and less scoopable.
  • Let the ice cream thaw 15-20 minutes before enjoying for optimal creaminess.
  • Protein powder can be omitted without significantly affecting the ice cream’s texture or taste.
  • The caramel drizzle can be mixed into the ice cream before freezing or poured over as a topping.

Find it online: https://emilysplate.com/salted-caramel-cottage-cheese-ice-cream-recipe/