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

If you are looking for a healthy, balanced sweet treat that still feels indulgent or a way to add more protein to your everyday diet then this quick and easy whipped cottage cheese and yogurt ice cream dessert is definitely for you!

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 and yogurt 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 and yogurt that’s been blended or whipped to a light, fluffy consistency. 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.

That makes cottage cheese the ideal evening snack. This whipped cottage cheese and yogurt dessert has 28 grams of protein, healthy fats and fibre as well as added vitamins and antioxidants, depending on what fruits and nuts you use as toppings.

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. All you’re left with is a creamy, airy mousse like treat.

You will be delighted when you see it just takes minutes to make this rich,  silky, smooth, date ice cream that will instantly make your list of favourites. I can tell you for certain that this high protein treat is better than any of those healthy or low calorie ice creams you can find at the grocery store.

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 peanut butter and date in my opinion.

This recipe is quick, easy, high protein, and healthy. Its thick, rich and naturally sweetened with dates. It’s a peanut butter lover’s dream, adding a deep, nutty richness. The dates bring a natural caramel-like sweetness, and the cinnamon adds just a little warmth.

Peanut Butter Date Protein Ice Cream

If you are looking for a ridiculously creamy, protein-packed ice cream that tastes like bliss, this protein yogurt, cottage cheese ice cream is about to change your life!

Course Dessert, Snack

Cuisine Healthy Clean Eating

Keyword clean eating dessert or snack, date ice cream with caramel sauce, date nice cream, date peanut butter ice cream, peanut butter date protein ice cream

Servings 2

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup cottage cheese
• 1/2 cup thick Greek-style yogurt, plain or unflavoured
• 1/2 cup dates, soaked 30 minutes and drained
• 1/2 cup coconut milk
• 1/4 cup protein or collagen peptides powder
• 1 tablespoon peanut (or any other nut or seed) butter
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Toppings Optional

• Drizzle with caramel sauce – store bought or recipe link below in notes.
• Chopped nuts
• Drizzle of peanut butter

Instructions

• Add all ingredients to a high-speed blender or food processor.

  Blend until completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.

  Eat immediately for a soft serve consistency or pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 4-6 hours or until firm.

  Let sit at room temperature for a few minutes before scooping.

  Enjoy as is or top with a drizzle of caramel sauce (recipe below) or a drizzle of extra peanut butter, cinnamon, or crushed nuts!

Notes

Healthy Homemade Coconut Caramel Sauce

A thick, luxurious coconut caramel sauce - all you need is a can of coconut milk or cream and a few wholesome pantry staples. Sweet and gooey, just like it should be yet way healthier than anything store bought that is likely to be packed with refined sugar, corn syrup and heaven knows what other unhealthy ingredients.

Its so easy to make your own silky smooth, healthy caramel sauce with just 5 ingredients: cooked in one pot until thickened to desired consistency

Easy, creamy, and healthier - made with all-natural ingredients and goes with everything you pour it over! It’s truly a magical thing. You will never want store-bought again.

Spread nut butter on rice cake, top with chocolate spread and then chopped nuts and a sprinkle of sea salt.

Go here for the healthy recipe:  Coconut Caramel Sauce 

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