The viral cottage cheese ice cream is made with just 4 ingredients and is packed with protein! A hint of lime and honey makes this the perfect summer night treat.
The Deets
Cottage cheese is one of my favorite high-protein snacks so when I saw the viral cottage cheese ice cream I knew I had to get on the trend! My version is thick, and creamy and has the perfect crunch with coconut flakes. My tropical take on this includes a hint of honey, mango, and lime making this an extremely refreshing dessert on a hot summer night. The possibilities are endless when it comes to creating your own signature cottage cheese ice cream masterpiece. So go ahead, let your imagination run wild and whip up a batch of this creamy goodness to enjoy anytime, anywhere. Whether you’re lounging by the pool or hosting a backyard barbecue, this delectable dessert is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Just be prepared to share the recipe, because once your friends and family get a taste, they’ll be clamoring for more! Be sure to use the Le Creuset mini cocotte for a personal serving. No sharing is necessary!
Make it Mini:
Welcome to the next episode of “Make it Mini, ” a series that reimagines trending recipes using Le Creusets mini cocottes. Next up is a tropical twist on the viral cottage cheese ice cream. We have scoops of coconut lime and mango for a summery flavor combination and the bottom has a layer of hot honey and toasted coconut. The whole thing is topped with fresh mint, chopped almonds and is served in the Caribbean minis. This is the perfect treat for the holiday weekend. Be sure to check out my other “Make it Mini” recipes! Like and follow for more!
Here’s how to make it:
“Make it mini” with Le Creuset: a tropical twist on the viral cottage cheese ice cream
Ingredients
For the coconut lime:
- 2 cups full fat cottage cheese
- 1/ 4 cup honey (hot or regular)
- 1/ 2 cup toasted coconut flakes (sweetened or regular)
- Juice from a lime
Mango:
- 2 cups full fat cottage cheese
- 1 cup mango chunks (frozen or fresh)
- 1/ 4 cup honey (hot or regular)
The rest:
- More toasted coconut flakes
- Lime zest
- More hot honey
- Fresh mint
- Chopped almonds
Instructions
- Make your first ice cream flavor: In a blender, add in the cottage cheese, coconut flakes, lime juice, and honey. Blend until creamy and combined.
- Pour the mixture into a loaf pan and top with more toasted coconut and lime zest. Wash the blender and repeat with the second flavor: add cottage cheese, mango, and honey to a blender and mix until creamy and combined. Pour into another loaf pan and top with more toasted coconut. Freeze overnight.
- Remove from the freezer and let thaw slightly so it’s easy to scoop. Add honey and coconut flakes to the bottom of your mini cocotte. Scoop ice cream and then top with fresh mint, more toasted coconut, and chopped almonds. Enjoy!
