High Protein Cottage Cheese Ice Cream
High Protein Cottage Cheese Ice Cream is a easy American recipe that serves 4. 310 calories per serving. Recipe by Eating Bird Food on YouTube.
Prep: 15 min | Cook: PT0M | Total: 25 min
Cost: $4.21 total, $1.05 per serving
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cottage Cheese (full‑fat or low‑fat, well‑drained)
- 0.25 cup Peanut Butter (creamy, unsalted)
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened Cocoa Powder (preferably Dutch‑process)
- 2 tablespoons Honey (or maple syrup for vegans)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (pure vanilla)
- 0.25 cup Dark Chocolate Chips (optional, gluten‑free)
- 1 pinch Pinch of Salt (enhances flavor)
Instructions
Prepare Ingredients
Measure all ingredients and have them within arm’s reach. Drain any excess liquid from the cottage cheese using a fine‑mesh sieve.
Time: PT5M
Blend Cottage Cheese
Add the drained cottage cheese to the blender and blend on high for 30‑45 seconds until completely smooth with no grainy texture.
Time: PT2M
Incorporate Flavorings
Add peanut butter, cocoa powder, honey, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the smooth cottage cheese. Blend for another 30‑45 seconds until fully incorporated.
Time: PT2M
Fold in Chocolate Chips
Transfer the mixture to a mixing bowl. Using a spatula, gently fold in the dark chocolate chips so they are evenly distributed.
Time: PT2M
Freeze the Ice Cream
Spoon the mixture into a freezer‑safe container, smooth the top, and cover tightly. Place in the freezer for at least 4 hours. After 2 hours, remove and stir vigorously to break any forming ice crystals.
Time: PT4H
Temperature: 0°C
Serve
Remove the ice cream from the freezer, let sit 5 minutes to soften slightly, then scoop into bowls or cones. Enjoy immediately.
Time: PT1M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 310
- Protein
- 19.5 g
- Carbohydrates
- 19 g
- Fat
- 16 g
- Fiber
- 2 g
Dietary info: High‑protein, Gluten‑free (if using gluten‑free chocolate chips), Vegetarian
Allergens: Dairy, Peanuts, Soy (possible in chocolate chips)
Last updated: April 16, 2026








