Strawberry Cheesecake Cottage Cheese Ice Cream

This Strawberry Cheesecake Cottage Cheese Ice Cream recipe is the perfect high protein dessert! It has all the flavor of strawberry cheesecake and tastes like ice cream with more protein and takes half the time to make.

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Why You’ll Love This Strawberry Cheesecake Cottage Cheese Ice Cream Recipe

• Easy to make – this recipe comes together with just a few minutes of prep time and a blender. Then, all you have to do is wait for it to set! 
• Customizable – you can easily mix and match different flavors, add-ins, and toppings to satisfy all your cravings. 
• High Protein – thanks to the cottage cheese this recipe is loaded with protein which makes it a fun and delicious way to hit your protein goals.

More Cottage Cheese Ice Cream Recipes

• Lemon Blueberry Cottage Cheese Ice Cream
• Peanut Butter Banana Cottage Cheese Ice Cream
• Vanilla Cottage Cheese Ice Cream

Recipe Ingredients

Cottage cheese: you’ll need 16 ounces of cottage cheese for this recipe. I recommend whole milk varieties for the richest and creamiest texture.

Strawberry jam: use your favorite store-bought or homemade strawberry jam. 

Maple syrup: for a touch of sweetness, this cottage cheese ice cream recipe uses pure maple syrup. 

Lemon juice: all good cheesecake (and cheesecake flavored) recipes use lemon juice! It amplifies the flavor of the strawberries and adds the perfect balance to the sweetness.

Strawberries: you’ll need one-fourth a cup of chopped strawberries for this recipe. If you have access to them, I highly recommend using fresh strawberries, but frozen could also be substituted. If using frozen I recommend, thawing the strawberries and then draining before adding to the ice cream mixture.

Graham crackers: you’ll need 2 large sheets or 8 graham cracker squares to mix into the ice cream and sprinkle on top.

Ingredient Variations

• Cottage Cheese – if you need to you can use a lactose-free cottage cheese.
• Strawberries – not a fan of strawberries? Use any other fruit jam and berries you like best! Blackberries, blueberries, and raspberries would all taste great. 
• Maple Syrup – swap the maple syrup for honey if you prefer. 

How to Make Cottage Cheese Ice Cream 

Step One: Add all the ingredients except the chopped strawberries and graham crackers to a high-powered blender. Blend on high until the mixture is silky smooth and creamy. There shouldn’t be any lumps or curds! 

Step Two: Next, transfer the ice cream mixture to a loaf pan, and stir in the chopped strawberries and graham crackers. Top the ice cream with a bit more crushed graham cracker for added texture and flavor. 

Step Three: Cover the pan, and transfer it to the freezer for 3 to 4 hours or until the ice cream is set. 

Step Four: Allow the ice cream to sit at room temperature for 20 to 30 minutes to soften. Then, scoop, and serve! 

Mix-Ins and Toppings 

The strawberries and graham cracker pieces create a simple yet delicious strawberry cheesecake flavor, but that doesn’t mean you can’t add a few extras. Feel free to get creative with different mix-ins and toppings to make this recipe your own. 

Some of my favorite topping ideas:

• Extra berries
• Coconut flakes
• Chocolate chips
• Crushed Oreos
• Almond butter or peanut butter
• Chocolate sauce
• Chopped nuts
• Caramel sauce
• Whipped cream

Frequently Asked Questions 

Why is my cottage cheese ice cream so hard? 

Cottage cheese contains quite a bit more water than heavy cream, which is what traditional ice cream recipes contain. The water in the cottage cheese freezes in the ice cream causing it to become hard.

Cottage cheese ice cream won’t be as creamy as traditional ice cream but it is still delicious. I recommended letting the ice cream sit out for 15-20 minutes before serving to help it become a creamier consistency.

How does cottage cream ice cream taste? 

Ok, cottage cheese ice cream definitely isn’t the same as traditional ice cream but that doesn’t mean it isn’t delicious. It’s a great high protein alternative and a fun way to enjoy a sweat treat.  

How should I store this recipe? 

Once set, you can store any leftover ice cream in the loaf pan, tightly covered with plastic wrap or a lid. It will stay fresh in the freezer for up to two weeks.

Serving Suggestions

I like to serve my cottage cheese ice cream in a bowl with a spoon and toppings. However, you can switch it up to create: 

• Ice cream cones with waffle cones or cake cones
• A fun sundae with crushed cookies, whipped cream, and a cherry
• A traditional banana split

More Delicious Dessert Recipes

• High Protein Frozen Yogurt Bark
• Healthy Peanut Butter Rice Crispy Treats
• No Bake Peanut Butter Bars
• No Bake Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Bars
• Healthy Raspberry Oatmeal Bars
• Vanilla Chia Pudding

I hope you give this Strawberry Cheesecake Cottage Cheese Ice Cream a try! It’s easy to make and the perfect treat! If you do give this recipe a try, let me know! Leave a comment with a star rating below. You can also snap a photo & tag @allthehealthythings on INSTAGRAM. Your reviews and ratings help support All the Healthy Things and make it possible for me to continue to create the recipes you trust and love.

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Recipe by: Ashlea Carver / All the Healthy Things | Photography by: Eat Love Eat