Ninja Creami Strawberry Cottage Cheese Ice Cream
A creamy, protein-packed dessert that combines the tanginess of cottage cheese with the natural sweetness of strawberries. Perfect for a refreshing treat that’s both indulgent and healthy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 24 hours 15 minutes (Freeze Time: 24 hours)
- Yield: 2 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- 3 tablespoons sugar or monk fruit sweetener (for macerating)
- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 1/4 cup 2% milk
- Optional: 1 tablespoon sugar or monk fruit sweetener, to taste
Instructions
- Macerate Strawberries: In a small bowl, mix sliced strawberries with 3 tablespoons of sugar or monk fruit sweetener. Let sit for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the berries release their juices.
- Blend Ingredients: In a large measuring cup or mixing bowl, combine macerated strawberries (with juices), cottage cheese, and milk. Blend with an immersion blender until smooth. Taste and adjust sweetness with an additional tablespoon of sugar or sweetener if needed.
- Freeze Mixture: Pour the blended mixture into a Ninja Creami pint container. Secure the lid and freeze on a flat surface for at least 24 hours.
- Process in Ninja Creami: Remove the frozen pint from the freezer and place it in the outer bowl of your Ninja Creami machine. Lock it into place and press the “Lite Ice Cream” button.
- Re-spin if Needed: If the texture is crumbly or powdery after the first cycle, press “Re-spin.” For extra creaminess, add 1 tablespoon of milk and re-spin again if necessary.
- Serve & Enjoy: Scoop into bowls or cones and enjoy immediately!
Notes
Serving Suggestions:
Top with fresh strawberry slices, a drizzle of honey, or crushed graham crackers for added flavor.
Tips & Tricks:
- Use high-quality cottage cheese for the best texture and flavor (Good Culture works well).
- Tap the pint container on the counter before freezing to remove air bubbles for even processing.
Storage & Reheating:
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the freezer for up to one week. Let sit at room temperature for 5 minutes before re-spinning in the Ninja Creami to restore creaminess.