Description
A creamy, indulgent ice cream that satisfies your sweet tooth and your macros. Made with cottage cheese, salted caramel protein powder, and a touch of sea salt—no ice cream maker needed!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 1 scoop salted caramel protein powder (whey, casein, or plant-based)
- 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tablespoon sugar-free caramel syrup (or date syrup)
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: 1/4 tsp xanthan gum (for a smoother, creamier consistency)
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a high-powered blender or food processor. Blend for 1–2 minutes until completely smooth.
- Taste and adjust—add more syrup or salt to preference.
- Pour into a freezer-safe container and smooth the top. Seal and freeze for at least 2 hours for soft-serve texture, or 4+ hours for a firmer scoop.
- Let sit at room temperature for 5–10 minutes before scooping. Serve as is, or add toppings like crushed nuts or extra caramel drizzle.
Notes
Use full-fat or low-fat cottage cheese for best texture. Freeze in a shallow container and cover with parchment paper to reduce ice crystals. Best enjoyed within 5 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Churn
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 batch
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 25mg