Pin It A creamy, protein-packed ice cream featuring whipped cottage cheese and bursts of edible chocolate chip cookie dough, perfect for a guilt-free frozen treat.
I first made this recipe when searching for a healthier dessert option that still felt indulgent. The combination of cottage cheese and cookie dough surprised my whole family with its smooth texture and fun bites of chocolate.
Ingredients
- Full-fat cottage cheese: 2 cups (450 g)
- Pure maple syrup or honey: 1/3 cup (80 ml)
- Vanilla extract: 1 tsp
- Heavy cream (optional): 1/2 cup (120 ml)
- Salt: Pinch
- All-purpose flour, heat-treated: 1/2 cup (65 g)
- Unsalted butter, softened: 2 tbsp (30 g)
- Light brown sugar: 2 tbsp (25 g)
- Granulated sugar: 1 tbsp (15 g)
- Milk: 1 tbsp (15 ml)
- Vanilla extract: 1/2 tsp
- Salt: Pinch
- Mini chocolate chips: 1/4 cup (40 g)
Instructions
- Make the Edible Cookie Dough:
- Cream together softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar in a small bowl. Mix in milk, vanilla, and salt. Stir in heat-treated flour until combined, then fold in mini chocolate chips. Shape into marble-sized balls and refrigerate.
- Make the Ice Cream Base:
- Blend cottage cheese, maple syrup (or honey), vanilla extract, heavy cream (if using), and salt in a food processor or blender until smooth and creamy.
- Combine:
- Gently fold cookie dough balls into the blended cottage cheese mixture.
- Freeze:
- Transfer mixture to a freezer-safe container, cover, and freeze at least 4 hours until firm.
- Serve:
- Allow ice cream to sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before scooping.
Pin It My kids always ask for second helpings of this ice cream whenever I make it for a weekend movie night.
Required Tools
Food processor or blender, mixing bowls, freezer-safe container, small scoop or spoon
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (cottage cheese, butter, cream, milk), gluten (wheat flour), and soy (if chocolate chips contain soy lecithin). Always check ingredient labels if you have allergies.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories: 240 Protein: 11 g Total Fat: 11 g Carbohydrates: 23 g
Pin It This treat is creamy, packed with protein, and sure to impress anyone who loves cookie dough.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → How is the cottage cheese made creamy?
Cottage cheese is blended with maple syrup, vanilla, and optional cream until smooth for a silky texture.
- → What makes the cookie dough safe to eat?
The flour is heat-treated in the microwave to eliminate bacteria and create edible cookie dough.
- → Can I use honey instead of maple syrup?
Yes, honey is a delicious substitute and provides natural sweetness along with protein.
- → Is this suitable for a vegetarian diet?
Yes, all ingredients are vegetarian, making this dessert an excellent choice for meat-free diets.
- → How do I get the best texture for serving?
Let the frozen dessert sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before scooping for smooth, creamy servings.
- → Can I use other mix-ins besides chocolate chips?
Absolutely! Try chopped nuts, butterscotch chips, or dried fruits to customize the flavors and texture.