Cottage Cheese Ice Cream

# What You'll Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 2 cups cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)

→ Sweetener

02 - 3 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup)

→ Fruit

03 - 2 cups frozen mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)

→ Optional Add-ins

04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

05 - Pinch of salt

# Directions:

01 - Combine cottage cheese, honey, and vanilla extract in a food processor or high-speed blender. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.

02 - Add frozen mixed berries and a pinch of salt to the blended mixture. Process until thick and smooth, scraping down sides as needed.

03 - Taste the mixture and add additional honey if a sweeter flavor is desired.

04 - Serve immediately for a soft-serve consistency.

05 - Transfer the mixture to a freezer-safe container, smooth the surface, and freeze for 2 to 4 hours. Allow to rest at room temperature for 5 to 10 minutes before scooping.

06 - Distribute into bowls or cones and enjoy the refreshing treat.

# Expert Tips:

01 -

You get that velvety ice cream texture without an ice cream maker or two hours of churning
The protein content actually keeps you satisfied instead of leaving you hungry again in an hour
One bowl literally cleans itself in the blender, so you're not stuck hand washing sticky equipment

02 -

Blending cottage cheese takes longer than you think so be patient and really let it run until it's completely smooth
Using fresh fruit instead of frozen will give you more of a smoothie texture than ice cream
Freezing makes it firm up a lot so you'll definitely need that counter time before scooping

03 -

A high-speed blender really does make a difference in getting that silky texture
If your mixture seems too thick, add one tablespoon of milk at a time until it blends smoothly
Serve it in pretty bowls with a garnish because presentation somehow makes it taste even better