Homemade cottage cheese and banana ice cream: Summer's healthy treat
In the summer, ice cream reigns supreme among sweet options. This dessert is easy to make at home, and the hit of this summer, without a doubt, is cottage cheese ice cream with banana. It's essential to choose the right bananas, or the dessert may be less impressive than expected.
1:28 PM EDT, August 25, 2024
Ice cream made from cottage cheese and banana is a simple and healthy way to satisfy a craving for something sweet on hot days. Its preparation is incredibly easy - just combine ripe bananas with cottage cheese to get a creamy, refreshing dessert. Try this recipe and enjoy delicious homemade ice cream!
How to make cottage cheese ice cream?
Cottage cheese and banana ice cream is not only delicious but also healthy. Cottage cheese provides protein and calcium, while bananas are rich in potassium and fiber. It's the perfect dessert for children and adults who want to enjoy the taste of ice cream without artificial ingredients and excess sugar. Only two essential ingredients exist, but you can add more if desired.
Ingredients:
- 9 oz cottage cheese (part-skim),
- 2 ripe large bananas,
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (optional),
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional),
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
Preparation:
- Ingredient preparation: peel the bananas and cut them into smaller pieces. Place the bananas in the freezer for at least 2-3 hours until completely frozen.
- Combining ingredients: Place the frozen banana pieces, cottage cheese, honey (or maple syrup), lemon juice, and vanilla in a blender. Blend everything until you achieve a smooth, creamy consistency.
Cottage cheese ice cream – what to know?
The key to this dessert is consistency: if the ice cream is too stiff after taking it out of the freezer, just leave it for a few minutes at room temperature to soften slightly. Vary the additions: you can enhance the flavor of the ice cream by adding your favorite extras, such as chopped nuts, chocolate pieces, or fruit. This also applies to sweeteners - honey can be replaced with other natural sweeteners like agave syrup, xylitol, or stevia, depending on your taste preferences. Most importantly, storage: the ice cream can be stored in the freezer for several days, but it tastes best fresh, so it's worth eating within 1-2 days.
