This cottage cheese fudge is rich, creamy and shockingly delicious. If you are looking for a fun sweet treat that packs a little bit more protein per serving and still satisfies your sweet tooth, definitely give this one a try.

This cottage cheese fudge is a higher protein treat that deserves the hype. It’s easy, only uses five ingredients, and it’s a fun way to change things up.

When I saw this high protein ice cream made of cottage cheese going viral on TikTok I knew I had to try it. I mean, come on!

I’m in both my protein era and cottage cheese era … so it was almost like this concept was made for me! Well, I tried it and it is amazing! Literally amazing. This weird frozen cottage cheese concoction is actually not weird at all.

With a deliciously rich flavor, creamy consistency, and thick texture … this homemade dessert looks, feels, and tastes like the real deal. I promise you … it is SO GOOD! And no … you can’t taste the cheese one bit.

Cottage cheese has gotten a makeover from when our grandparents ate it with pears or pineapple on top. (Remember that?) Growing up in the 1980s, cottage cheese had a bad rep. I think because it was associated with “diet” food.

If you are like me – or most people- the texture of cottage cheese was just never appealing. But my, how things have changed. Cottage cheese is certainly having its moment right now. Thanks to social media, whipped cottage cheese is all the rage.

Its just as it sounds, cottage cheese that’s been blended or whipped to a light, fluffy consistency- similar to yogurt. It has a delightful mouthfeel, with a perfect blend of creamy, tangy, and a little salty.

It’s also pretty versatile and works well with a ton of ingredients, like fresh fruit and nuts, just to name a few. The possibilities for customising a humble pot of blended cottage cheese into your new favourite high-protein dessert are almost endless.

Because cottage cheese is relatively low in carbohydrates, many who are on the keto diet or another low-carb eating plan are including it in their diets.

Cottage cheese is really good for you. Not only is it full of protein and packed with nutrients, but it is low in calories. About 80% of the protein in cottage cheese is casein, which is slowly absorbed by your body, and is ideally consumed before sleep for muscle synthesis.

To harness the true power of cottage cheese, you need to whip it. This goes especially for people – who believe they don’t like cottage cheese and I think the issue is related to texture.  But when you give cottage cheese a trip through the food processor or blender, the textural conundrum goes away. What you are left with is a creamy, airy mousse like treat.

Do you want a healthy, balanced sweet treat that still feels indulgent? Or are you looking for a way to add more protein to your everyday diet? Do you love the taste of cottage cheese, but not the texture? Then this quick and easy whipped cottage cheese fudge is definitely for you!

You could eat this for breakfast, as a snack or a healthy treat or dessert. I can’t wait to try another flavor though it would be hard to beat chocolate in my opinion.

Healthier Cottage Cheese Fudge

This is a decadent, creamy, melt-in-your-mouth, healthy dessert or snack and absolutely delicious! It’s like eating your favorite chocolate bar but with more protein per bite, keeping you full and satisfied for longer.

Course Dessert, Snack

Cuisine Healthy Clean Eating

Keyword clean eating dessert or snack, clean eating fudge, cottage cheese fudge bites, healthier cottage cheese fudge, healthy cottage cheese fudge, healthy fudge recipe

Servings 20

Ingredients

• 1 cup cottage cheese
• 1 cup chocolate chips
• 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon coconut oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Topping Optional

• 1/2 cup any nuts chopped

Instructions

• Line a 7 x 5-inch loaf pan or dish with parchment paper on the bottom and sides leaving some overhanging to act as a handle to get the fudge out easier for cutting.

  Place chocolate chips and coconut oil in small dish and microwave at 50% power with 30 second bursts stirring between each one until melted and smooth.

  Or use double boiler method - (pot of boiling water with a bowl resting on top) melt the chocolate chips and the coconut oil together.

  In a food processor, add cottage cheese, melted chocolate and coconut oil, honey and vanilla extract. Blend on high until smooth. Use a silicone scraper to scrape down the sides if necessary.

  Pour the fudge mixture into the lined pan and spread out evenly with a spatula or back of a spoon. If you enjoy a bit of crunch, you can also add the chopped nuts at this stage, either fold into the mixture or sprinkle on top.

  Place the dish in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until the fudge is firm to the touch. Once set, remove the fudge from the refrigerator and cut it into small squares.

  Store leftovers in the freezer and allow to thaw slightly before serving.

   

   

   

   

   

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