No ice cream maker. No guilt. Just pure creamy, dreamy protein-packed goodness 😍
This recipe is going viral across TikTok, Instagram, and Pinterest for a reason — it’s dessert that fuels your goals 💪
Let’s turn cottage cheese into your new favorite snack!
🛒 Ingredients (Base Recipe):
🧀 1 cup cottage cheese (full fat or low fat)
🍌 1 ripe banana (for creaminess & sweetness)
💪 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
🍯 1 tbsp honey or sugar-free syrup (optional)
🧂 Pinch of salt (boosts flavor!)
🍫 Optional: 1 tbsp sugar-free chocolate chips
🌰 Optional: 1 tbsp peanut butter or almond butter
🔁 Flavor Add-On Ideas:
Pick your vibe:
1️⃣ Chocolate Fudge:
– Add 1 tbsp cocoa powder + 1 tsp peanut butter
– Top with chocolate chips 🍫
2️⃣ Berry Vanilla:
– Add ¼ cup frozen berries (blueberry or strawberry)
– Optional dash of vanilla extract 🍓
3️⃣ Cinnamon Roll:
– Add ½ tsp cinnamon + 1 tsp maple syrup
– Sprinkle crushed nuts on top 🍁
4️⃣ Cookie Dough:
– Add almond flour + chocolate chips + dash of vanilla
– Fold in crushed protein bar for chunkiness 🍪
🧑🍳 How to Make It (Step-by-Step)
✅ Step 1: Blend the Base
- In a food processor or high-speed blender, add cottage cheese, banana, protein powder, and sweetener
- Blend until completely smooth — like soft serve 🍦
- Scrape down the sides if needed
Texture tip: Use full-fat cottage cheese for creamier, richer results 😍
✅ Step 2: Add Your Flavor
- Mix in your flavor boosters
- For chocolate: add cocoa
- For fruity: fold in berries
- Want crunch? Add chocolate chips or nut butter swirl
Bonus tip: Don’t over-blend after mixing extras — fold them gently for texture 🌟
✅ Step 3: Freeze
- Pour the blended mixture into a freezer-safe container
- Spread it evenly with a spoon
- Cover and freeze for at least 2–3 hours for scoopable texture ❄️
Shortcut: Eat it soft-serve style right after blending — tastes just as amazing!
✅ Step 4: Serve
- Let it sit at room temp for 5–10 mins if frozen solid
- Scoop into a bowl or cone 🍨
- Top with extra protein, syrup, nuts, or fruit!
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
📦 Serve in a bowl with:
– Chopped almonds
– Sugar-free chocolate syrup
– Sliced bananas or strawberries
🍞 Spread between two protein waffles = Ice Cream Sandwiches 🍪
🥜 Layer in jars with nut butter for snack meal prep
🔥 Macros Per Serving (Base Recipe)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| 🔥 Calories | ~280–320 |
| 💪 Protein | 30–32g |
| 🧈 Fat | 8–12g |
| 🥄 Carbs | 20–25g |
| 🌾 Fiber | 3–5g |
Macros vary depending on brand/type of protein powder & toppings.
📦 Meal Prep Tips
- Store in freezer-safe containers for 1–2 weeks
- Portion into silicone cups or jars for grab-and-go servings
- Add fresh toppings only when serving
🧠 Why It Went Viral (And Why It Works):
✅ No churn, no baking, no nonsense
✅ Clean ingredients — no heavy cream, no sugar overload
✅ Cottage cheese = gut-friendly, protein-rich
✅ 5 mins prep = anyone can make it
✅ Endless variations — chocolate, fruit, cookie dough 😍
✅ Looks gorgeous on camera — swipe-friendly content for social