Pistachio Cottage Cheese Ice Cream
A high-protein, creamy frozen dessert blending whipped cottage cheese with roasted pistachios, maple syrup, and vanilla. Its smooth texture rivals traditional churned ice cream without large ice crystals, perfect for a nutritious treat.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 240
- Total Time: 250
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Desserts & Sweets
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: Modern Fusion
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
2 cups full-fat cottage cheese
1/2 cup shelled pistachios, roasted
1/3 cup maple syrup
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1/8 teaspoon fine sea salt
Instructions
Combine cottage cheese, maple syrup, vanilla extract, almond extract, and sea salt in a high-speed blender.
Blend on high speed for exactly two minutes until completely smooth and aerated.
Add half the pistachios and pulse 3-4 times to create small nut pieces.
Pour the mixture into a shallow, freezer-safe container.
Freeze for 4 hours or until firm.
Notes
Use a high-speed blender for optimal smoothness
Honey or agave can replace maple syrup
Store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 1 month
Sprinkle reserved pistachios on top before serving for extra crunch
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Find it online: https://www.blinkitchen.com/pistachio-cottage-cheese-ice-cream/