Snickers Protein Ice Cream with Cottage Cheese

Craving a lower-sugar ice cream that’s still satisfying? This high-protein Snickers Ice Cream has 16 grams of protein, creamy cottage cheese, organic protein powder, mock peanut butter caramel, crunchy peanuts, and your favorite chocolate chips. It’s a delicious, lower-sugar option that’s ready in just 2 hours!

High-protein Snickers ice cream with cottage cheese and maple syrup in a bowl.

If you’re craving a satisfying ice cream that’s lower in sugar but still packed with all the flavor of a Snickers candy bar, this high-protein Snickers Ice Cream stands out from other homemade cottage cheese ice cream recipes. It’s got just enough maple syrup to make it sweet without being overpowering, and the mock peanut butter caramel takes seconds to whip up. Plus, adding my favorite vanilla protein powder boosts the flavor to taste even more like Snickers while giving it 16 grams of protein per serving.

The cottage cheese, organic protein powder, and creamy texture make it a perfect balance of rich, smooth, and crunchy, thanks to the peanuts and your favorite chocolate chips. It’s so easy to make—no ice cream maker needed—and ready in just 2 hours! With no curdled texture and simple ingredients, this has quickly become my go-to dessert, and I think you’ll love it just as much!

Why Is Cottage Cheese Ice Cream a Better Option Than Regular Ice Cream With Candy Bars?

Cottage cheese ice cream is a great alternative to regular ice cream with candy bars because it’s packed with protein and made from simple, real ingredients. Instead of loading up on tons of sugar and artificial stuff, you get a sweet treat that’s still creamy and delicious, but with way more balance. Plus, since you’re making it yourself, you can control what goes into it. It’s a fun way to enjoy that Snickers-like flavor without feeling like you’re going overboard on sugar, and it’s super satisfying thanks to the protein from the cottage cheese!

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Why You’ll Love This No-Churn Snickers Ice Cream Recipe

  • High-Protein Treat: Packed with cottage cheese and protein powder for a filling dessert.
  • No Ice Cream Maker Needed: Easy to make with just a blender and freezer.
  • Naturally Sweetened: Sweetened with maple syrup for that perfect, guilt-free sweetness.
  • Snickers Flavor Fix: Creamy, nutty, and chocolaty—just like your favorite candy bar!
High-protein Snickers ice cream with cottage cheese and maple syrup

Ingredients & Substitutions

Here is everything you need to make the Snickers Protein Cottage Cheese Ice Cream recipe:

Cottage Cheese: You can use low-fat or full-fat cottage. Since it will be blended smooth you can use either large curd or small curd. Use Greek yogurt for a smoother texture and tart flavor if you like.

Vanilla Protein Powder: Vanilla-flavored protein powder tastes best. But you can also swap with chocolate protein powder for a more indulgent flavor. This is my favorite plant-based protein powder that is naturally sweetened. You can also omit the protein powder.

Almond Milk: Substitute with any milk you have on hand like oat, coconut, or regular dairy milk.

Maple Syrup: Swap with honey or agave syrup if you prefer a different natural sweetener.

Vanilla Extract: You can omit it or replace it with a small amount of almond extract can be used for a nutty twist.

Peanut Butter: Use almond butter or sunflower seed butter for a different flavor or to make it peanut-free.

Peanuts: Chopped almonds or cashews are a great alternative if you want to switch up the nuts.

Chocolate Chips: You can use variety of meltable chocolate you like. Try dark chocolate, sugar-free chocolate chips, or even chopped chocolate bars. Mini chocolate chips are a convenient option if you don’t want to melt down the chocolate first.

Coconut Oil: You can use butter or any neutral oil like avocado oil.

High-protein Snickers ice cream with cottage cheese and maple syrup in a bowl.

How to Make My No Churn Snickers Cottage Cheese Ice Cream Recipe

Here are easy, detailed, step-by-step instructions for making my easy Snickers ice cream. The instructions are also repeated in the recipe card at the bottom of this blog post.

Step 1: Blend the Ice Cream

In an upright blender, food processor, or blender cup, combine 1-1/2 cups cottage cheese, 1/4 cup vanilla protein powder, 1/4 cup almond milk, 3 tablespoons maple syrup, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Blend until smooth and creamy.

Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe shallow container and smooth the top with a spatula.

Adding ice cream ingredients to a blender cup.
Pouring cottage cheese mixture in a shallow dish.

Step 2: Add the Peanut Butter and Chocolate

In a small bowl, mix 1/4 cup peanut butter with 2 tablespoons maple syrup until smooth. Drizzle the peanut butter mixture over the cottage cheese base making thick ribbons.

Melt 3 tablespoons chocolate chips with 2 teaspoons coconut oil in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the ice cream mixture, creating chocolate ribbons.

Sprinkle 1/4 cup peanuts evenly over the mixture. Gently swirl all the ingredients together with a spoon to maintain separate ribbons of peanut butter and chocolate.

Freeze for at least 2 hours or until firm.

Melting chocolate chips with coconut oil.
Swirling chocolate over the ice cream.
Swirling chocolate, peanut butter and ice cream together.
High-protein Snickers ice cream with cottage cheese and maple syrup in a bowl.

Helpful Recipe Notes

Blending Tip: Make sure your cottage cheese is blended until completely smooth to avoid any grainy texture.

Chocolate Chips: You can sprinkle the chocolate chips over the ice cream instead of melting it down with coconut oil. Mini chocolate chips work well for this.

Ice Cream Consistency: For best results, allow the frozen ice cream to thaw on the counter for 10-15 minutes until scoopable.

Delicious Protein Ice Cream Serving Suggestions

  • Drizzle with Extra Peanut Butter: Warm some peanut butter and drizzle it on top for extra creaminess.
  • Add a Chocolate Sauce: Top with a homemade or store-bought chocolate sauce for an extra indulgent touch.
  • Sprinkle Chopped Snickers: If you want a real Snickers fix, sprinkle some chopped candy bars on top.
  • Top with Whipped Cream: A dollop of whipped cream makes it feel like a sundae!
  • Serve with Banana Slices: Fresh banana slices pair beautifully with the peanut butter and chocolate flavors.
  • Crumble Cookies on Top: Add some crunch by crumbling gluten-free or oat cookies on top.
  • Pair with Fresh Strawberries: For a lighter touch, serve alongside fresh berries.

Freezing: Store in a sealed, freezer-safe container to avoid freezer burn and maintain freshness for up to 3 months.

Soften Before Serving: Let the ice cream sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before scooping for easier serving.

Can I use a different protein powder in protein ice cream?
Yes! You can use chocolate or unflavored protein powder if you’d like a different flavor or need a dairy-free option.

How long does this ice cream take to freeze?
It usually takes about 3-4 hours to freeze.

Can I make this high-protein dessert without peanuts?
Absolutely! You can replace peanuts with chopped almonds, cashews, or even leave them out entirely if you prefer a nut-free version.

Can I leave out the protein powder in the ice crea?
Yes, you can omit the protein powder. Taste the cottage cheese mixture and adjust the sweetness level if needed. You can also add a little more vanilla extract or almond extract to strengthen the flavor.

Do I need an ice cream maker?
Nope! This no-churn ice cream recipe is designed to be made without an ice cream maker—just a blender and some freezer time.

Can I make this recipe vegan?
Yes! Substitute cottage cheese with a dairy-free yogurt, use a plant-based protein powder, and swap the peanut butter for a nut-free spread like sunflower seed butter if needed.

High-protein Snickers ice cream with cottage cheese and maple syrup in a bowl.

Snickers Protein Ice Cream with Cottage Cheese

Gluten-Free diet-friendly recipe
Craving a lower-sugar ice cream that’s still satisfying? This high-protein Snickers Ice Cream has 16 grams of protein, creamy cottage cheese, organic protein powder, mock peanut butter caramel, crunchy peanuts, and your favorite chocolate chips. It’s a delicious, lower-sugar option that’s ready in just 2 hours!
5 from 3 votes
Servings 5
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 1-1/2 cups cottage cheese
  • 1/4 cup vanilla protein powder
  • 1/4 cup almond milk
  • 3 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup peanuts
  • 3 tablespoons chocolate chips
  • 2 teaspoons coconut oil

Instructions
 

  • In an upright blender, food processor, or blender cup, combine 1-1/2 cups cottage cheese, 1/4 cup vanilla protein powder, 1/4 cup almond milk, 3 tablespoons maple syrup, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Blend until smooth and creamy.
    Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe shallow container and smooth the top with a spatula.
  • In a small bowl, mix 1/4 cup peanut butter with 2 tablespoons maple syrup until smooth. Drizzle the peanut butter mixture over the cottage cheese base making thick ribbons.
  • Melt 3 tablespoons chocolate chips with 2 teaspoons coconut oil in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the ice cream mixture, creating chocolate ribbons.
  • Sprinkle 1/4 cup peanuts evenly over the mixture. Gently swirl all the ingredients together with a spoon to maintain separate ribbons of peanut butter and chocolate.
  • Freeze for at least 2 hours or until firm.

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Notes

Blending Tip: Make sure your cottage cheese is blended until completely smooth to avoid any grainy texture.
Chocolate Chips: You can sprinkle the chocolate chips over the ice cream instead of melting it down with coconut oil. Mini chocolate chips work well for this.
Ice Cream Consistency: For best results, allow the frozen ice cream to thaw on the counter for 10-15 minutes until scoopable.

Nutrition

Calories: 319kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 16gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 22mgSodium: 234mgPotassium: 295mgFiber: 2gSugar: 19gVitamin A: 88IUCalcium: 131mgIron: 1mg
Keyword cottage cheese ice cream, high protein, no churn, protein dessert, Snickers
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5 Comments

  1. 5 stars
    I am obsessed with this recipe!!! It has all the Snickers flavor with way less sugar 🙂 I hope you love it, too!

5 from 3 votes

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