Does cottage cheese ice cream really taste good?

Absolutely. While it might sound unconventional, cottage cheese ice cream is surprisingly delicious. The tang from the cottage cheese pairs beautifully with sweeteners like honey or maple syrup. When blended well, the texture becomes creamy and rich, not chunky at all. If you’ve ever doubted how good it could be, just try it once. It reminds me of when I first tasted cottage cheese Alfredo pasta —another unexpected hit that blew me away with flavor and simplicity.

Can you put cottage cheese in ice cream?

Yes, and it works wonderfully. Blending full-fat cottage cheese creates a thick, smooth base that mimics traditional ice cream. Unlike low-fat varieties, the full-fat version freezes without turning grainy or icy. Adding ingredients like peanut butter or chocolate chips helps balance the tanginess and gives it a dessert-worthy flavor profile. It’s one of the smartest ways to create a guilt-free frozen treat at home.

Does cottage cheese ice cream freeze solid?

Yes, it does freeze solid, just like regular ice cream. But the good news is, it softens quickly at room temperature. After about 5 to 10 minutes, it’s scoopable and ready to enjoy. I often store mine in a loaf pan for easy slicing and serving. Like cookie dough bark , it keeps well and is easy to portion when you want a quick snack or post-dinner treat.

Is Daisy cottage cheese real cottage cheese?

Yes, Daisy cottage cheese is real, high-quality cottage cheese made with simple ingredients. It’s often used in both savory and sweet recipes because of its clean, rich flavor. For cottage cheese ice cream, though, I recommend using a full-fat option like Good Culture or Daisy to get the best consistency. Low-fat types may have more water and can create a grainier texture when frozen.

Cottage Cheese Ice Cream That Actually Tastes Amazing

Description

This cottage cheese ice cream is creamy, high in protein, and requires only 4 ingredients. A delicious, healthier frozen treat.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups (16 oz) full-fat cottage cheese
¼ cup honey
2 tablespoons peanut butter
2 tablespoons chocolate chips

Instructions

Add cottage cheese, honey and peanut butter to a food processor or high powered blender and pulse/process until smooth and creamy.
Stir in chocolate chips.
Add mixture back into the cottage cheese container or a loaf pan and place in the freezer for about 4 hours, or until hard.
Remove from the freezer, let thaw for 5–10 minutes until scoopable.
Use an ice cream scoop to serve and enjoy.

Notes

Use full-fat cottage cheese for best texture.

Try variations with cocoa powder or berry jam.

Let sit at room temperature before scooping.