Sea Salt & Honey Protein Ice Cream: Guilt-Free Bliss Awaits

Experience guilt-free bliss with Sea Salt & Honey Protein Ice Cream, a delightful, high-protein treat that satisfies sweet cravings.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 4

Chilling Time 1

Total Time 5 10

Servings: 4 bowls

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Ice Cream Base

2 cups Cottage Cheese Use low-fat or full-fat according to your preference.
1/2 cup Raw Honey Can be substituted with maple syrup or agave for a vegan option.
1/4 teaspoon Flaky Sea Salt Himalayan salt or kosher salt are great alternatives.
4 pitted Dates Soak them in warm water if they’re too firm to blend.

For the Churning Process

1 Ninja CREAMi Essential for achieving a creamy consistency.

Equipment

Ninja Creami

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Blend the Base: Add cottage cheese, raw honey, and chopped dates into a blender. Blend on high until smooth, about 1-2 minutes.
Freeze the Mixture: Transfer the blended mixture into an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours until solid.
Process in the Ninja CREAMi: Let the frozen mixture sit for a couple of minutes, chop into small chunks, and process on the 'Ice Cream' setting for 2-3 minutes.
Incorporate Sea Salt: Once creamy, sprinkle in flaky sea salt and pulse to mix evenly.
Serve or Store: Serve immediately or freeze for another hour for a firmer texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For the best texture, defrost in the fridge for a few hours before serving. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 1 month.

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