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Delicious chocolate cottage cheese smoothie in a glass with a straw

Chocolate Cottage Cheese Smoothie

Start your day with a creamy, chocolatey smoothie that blends rich cocoa with high-protein cottage cheese for a filling breakfast or snack.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Smoothie Base
  • 1 cup cottage cheese Use small-curd cottage cheese for a smoother blend.
  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk Opt for unsweetened to control sugar.
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder Use natural or Dutch-processed for depth.
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup Adjust to taste for sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For flavor enhancement.
  • as needed cubes ice Optional for a thicker texture.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Combine the cottage cheese, almond milk, cocoa powder, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract in your blender.
  2. If desired, add a handful of ice cubes to make the smoothie colder and thicker.
Blending
  1. Blend on high for 30 to 60 seconds until the mixture is uniformly smooth and without visible curds.
  2. Use a tamper if available to ensure consistency.
Adjustments
  1. Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness or cocoa intensity as needed.
  2. If a thicker texture is desired, add more ice and blend again for 10 to 15 seconds.
Serving
  1. Pour the smoothie into a chilled glass and enjoy immediately.
  2. Optionally, top with cacao nibs or sliced strawberries for garnish.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 24 hours and re-blend before drinking. For freezing, pour into containers and freeze for up to 3 months.