Easy Mint Chocolate Chip Cottage Cheese Ice Cream
Ingredients
- 1-1/2 cups cottage cheese
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/3 cup chocolate chips
- 2 pinches salt
Instructions
- Add 1½ cups cottage cheese, ⅓ cup maple syrup, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, ¼ teaspoon peppermint extract, 2 pinches salt, and optional green food coloring to a high-speed blender or food processor. Blend until completely smooth, scraping down the sides as needed. The mixture should look thick and creamy with no visible curds.
- Spread the blended mixture into a shallow dish, bowl, or loaf pan. Gently fold in ⅓ cup chocolate chips with a spatula until evenly distributed.
- Cover and freeze for 2–3 hours, or until the ice cream is set but not rock solid.
- Let the ice cream sit at room temperature for 5–10 minutes before scooping. Serve as-is or garnish with fresh mint if desired.
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Notes
Cottage Cheese Texture: Blend the cottage cheese until smooth to ensure a creamy ice cream texture. Some small curds are okay and can add a nice texture to the ice cream.
Sweetness Level: Adjust the amount of maple syrup or sweetener to taste. You can also use sugar-free or low-calorie sweeteners if preferred.
Peppermint Flavor: Taste the ice cream after adding 1/4 teaspoon of peppermint extract. You can add more for a stronger mint flavor. But be careful not to add too much or it can taste like toothpaste.
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