Cottage Cheese Lemon Freezy
A protein-packed frozen dessert that combines creamy cottage cheese with bright lemon flavor for a refreshing, healthy treat.
Equipment
- 1 High-speed blender or food processor
- 1 Freezer-safe container with lid
- 1 Measuring cups and spoons
- 1 Zester or microplane
- 1 Citrus juicer
- 1 Rubber spatula
- 1 Ice cream scoop
Ingredients
- 2 cups Full-fat cottage cheese provides the creamy base and protein
- 2 whole Fresh lemons for juice and zest
- 1/3 cup Fresh lemon juice from the lemons
- 2 tablespoons Lemon zest from the lemons
- 1/4 cup Honey or maple syrup adjust to taste
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon Fine sea salt
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt optional, for extra creaminess
Instructions
- Zest two lemons before cutting them, collecting about two tablespoons of zest in a small bowl.
- Cut and juice the lemons to get roughly one-third cup of fresh lemon juice.
- Add cottage cheese to your blender along with lemon juice, zest, sweetener, vanilla, and salt.
- Blend on high speed for two to three minutes until completely smooth with no visible curds.
- Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness or lemon flavor to match your preferences.
- Pour the blended mixture into your freezer-safe container and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Cover tightly and freeze for at least four hours or until firm enough to scoop.
- Remove from freezer five minutes before serving to soften slightly for easier scooping.
Notes
Store in an airtight container for up to two weeks. Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface before sealing. Let sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before scooping if frozen too hard. Full-fat cottage cheese works best for creamiest texture.