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Homemade strawberry cottage cheese ice cream served in a bowl

Strawberry Cottage Cheese Ice Cream

A quick and creamy frozen dessert that combines fresh strawberries and protein-rich cottage cheese for a lighter alternative to traditional ice cream.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved Choose ripe, fragrant strawberries for the best flavor.
  • 1 cup cottage cheese Full-fat or 4% cottage cheese works best.
  • 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup Adjust based on taste; use liquid sweetener for best results.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds warmth to the flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Brightens the overall flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Combine the strawberries, cottage cheese, sweetener, vanilla, and lemon in a blender.
  2. Start on low speed to break up berries, then increase to blend until smooth and creamy.
  3. Taste the base and adjust sweetness or lemon if needed.
Churning
  1. Pour the blended mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer's instructions.
  2. Churn until the mix has a soft-serve consistency.
Freezing
  1. Transfer to an airtight container and freeze for at least 2 hours to firm up.
  2. Press a piece of parchment directly onto the surface to prevent ice crystals.
Serving
  1. Let the ice cream sit at room temperature for 3-5 minutes to soften before scooping.
  2. Optionally top with fresh strawberries and serve.

Notes

Chill the mixture before churning for improved texture. Store in a shallow airtight container for best results and avoid over-churning to prevent graininess.