High-Protein Ninja Creami Ice Cream
A creamy, guilt-free ice cream made with cottage cheese, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while delivering high protein.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cottage cheese Full-fat gives the creamiest texture; low-fat works too.
- 1/2 cup milk (any kind) Dairy, oat, almond, or soy. Skim milk keeps it lean.
- 2-3 tablespoons honey or maple syrup Adjust for taste; maple adds depth, honey for sweetness.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Essential for flavor enhancement.
Optional Mix-Ins
- fresh berries, frozen banana slices, dark chocolate chips, chopped nuts, cookie crumbs, or a swirl of peanut butter Add after blending for variations.
Instructions
Preparation
- Measure and assemble the ingredients: 2 cups of cottage cheese, 1/2 cup of milk, 2-3 tablespoons of maple syrup (or honey), and 1 teaspoon of vanilla.
- Blend all ingredients until smooth, aiming for a silky, mousse-like consistency.
- Taste the batter and adjust sweetness if necessary.
- Pour the mixture into the Ninja Creami container, level the top, and freeze for at least 24 hours.
Processing
- After freezing, process in the Ninja Creami according to manufacturer’s instructions.
- Add optional mix-ins gently and re-spin or fold them in to maintain texture.
- Serve immediately for a soft-serve texture, or freeze briefly for a firmer scoop.
Notes
Use full-fat cottage cheese for the best texture. Freeze for a full 24 hours to avoid a crumbly outcome. Store in airtight containers at the back of the freezer to reduce freezer burn.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5g
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