Can I use low-fat cottage cheese?

Oh honey, don't do it! I learned this the hard way. Low-fat cottage cheese makes grainy, icy results that'll break your minty-chocolatey heart. The fat in full-fat cottage cheese is what gives that luxurious, creamy texture we're after. Trust me—it's worth the extra calories!

Why do we stir during freezing?

This is the secret to that perfect creamy texture! Those hourly stirs break up ice crystals as they form. Think of it like giving your ice cream little massages—each stir makes it smoother. Bonus: It's the perfect excuse to "taste test" as you go (quality control, right?).

Can I skip the food coloring?

Absolutely! The green tint is just for fun. Your ice cream will taste just as amazing in its natural off-white color. If you want natural coloring, try blending in a handful of spinach (you won't taste it—pinky promise!) or a pinch of spirulina powder. For a vibrant natural color, you can also try blue spirulina .

How long does it last in the freezer?

About 2 weeks if you store it right—though in my house it rarely lasts 2 days! The key is pressing parchment paper directly on the surface before sealing. This prevents freezer burn and those dreaded ice crystals from forming on top.

Can I make this dairy-free?

You bet! Swap the heavy cream for coconut cream and use dairy-free chocolate chips. The coconut adds a lovely tropical note that actually pairs beautifully with the mint. I've even used silken tofu instead of cottage cheese in a pinch—not quite as creamy, but still delicious!

Mint Chocolate Chip Creamy 2-Ingredient Ice Cream Hack

Description

A creamy and refreshing mint chocolate chip ice cream made with cottage cheese for added protein.

Ingredients

2 cups cottage cheese
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp peppermint extract
1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (chopped)
Green food coloring (optional)

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Instructions

Blend cottage cheese, heavy cream, honey, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract until smooth.
Add green food coloring if desired and blend again.
Fold in chopped chocolate chips.
Pour mixture into a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 4 hours.
Stir every hour for a creamier texture.
Serve chilled.

Notes

Use full-fat cottage cheese for best texture.
Adjust sweetness to taste.
For a dairy-free version, substitute with coconut cream.

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 0 mins
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Churn
Cuisine: American