Salted Caramel Cottage Cheese Ice Cream Recipe
This Salted Caramel Cottage Cheese Ice Cream is a creamy, protein-packed frozen treat that combines the natural tanginess of cottage cheese with the rich flavors of caramel and sweet Medjool dates. Sweetened with pure maple syrup and enhanced with cashew butter and vanilla protein powder, this homemade ice cream offers a healthy alternative to traditional desserts with a luscious caramel drizzle that can be served on top or mixed into the ice cream for delightful frozen caramel chunks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
Ice Cream Base
- 16 oz Cottage Cheese
- 1/4 cup Pure Maple Syrup (or honey)
- 1 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract
- 1 pinch Sea Salt
- 6 whole Medjool Dates (pitted)
- 1/4 cup Vanilla Protein Powder
- 2 Tbsp Cashew Butter
Caramel Drizzle
- 2 Tbsp Coconut Oil, Melted
- 3 Tbsp Pure Maple Syrup
- 1/3 cup Creamy Peanut Butter
- 1/2 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract
- 1 pinch Sea Salt
Instructions
- Prepare Ice Cream Base: In a blender, combine the cottage cheese, vanilla protein powder, pure vanilla extract, pure maple syrup (or honey), and a pinch of sea salt. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy, stopping occasionally to scrape down the sides for an even texture.
- Add Dates: Add the pitted Medjool dates to the blender and pulse a few more times to break them down into small chunks evenly distributed throughout the creamy base.
- Freeze the Mixture: Pour the blended mixture into a small dish or a loaf tin. Place it in the freezer and allow it to set for 3 to 4 hours until firm enough to scoop.
- Make the Caramel Drizzle: In a bowl, whisk together the melted coconut oil, pure maple syrup, creamy peanut butter, pure vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt until smooth and well combined.
- Serve or Mix Caramel: Either drizzle the caramel sauce over the scooped ice cream just before serving or gently fold the caramel into the ice cream base before freezing for delicious frozen caramel chunks.
- Enjoy: Scoop the frozen cottage cheese ice cream into bowls or cones and enjoy this creamy, protein-rich dessert with a satisfying salted caramel flavor.
Notes
- Ensure the dates are pitted before blending for smooth consistency.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute cottage cheese with a plant-based alternative, though texture may vary.
- The ice cream is best consumed within 2-3 days of freezing for optimal flavor and texture.
- You can adjust the sweetness by adding more or less maple syrup or honey according to taste.
- Caramel can be mixed into the base or used as a topping depending on your preferred texture.
Keywords: Salted caramel, cottage cheese ice cream, protein ice cream, healthy dessert, frozen treat, Medjool dates, caramel drizzle
