Cottage Cheese Snickers Ice Cream
A creamy and indulgent ice cream that combines the delicious flavors of Snickers candy with the added benefits of cottage cheese, providing a silky base and extra protein.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 2 cups cottage cheese Use small-curd, full-fat cottage cheese for creaminess.
- 1 cup heavy cream At least 36% milk fat for best results.
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk Choose reputable brand without added flavors.
- 1/2 cup chocolate syrup To add rich chocolate flavor.
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce Use thick, pourable caramel for best texture.
- 1 cup chopped peanuts Ensure they are lightly toasted for added flavor.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
Preparation
- Combine the cottage cheese, heavy cream, sweetened condensed milk, chocolate syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt in a high-speed blender.
- Blend until the mixture is completely smooth and homogenous, with no visible curds or streaks of chocolate.
- Pour the blended base into a mixing bowl and gently fold in the caramel sauce and the chopped peanuts.
Churning
- Transfer the mixture into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
Freezing
- Spoon the churned ice cream into a freezer-safe container, press plastic wrap against the surface, and seal with a lid.
- Freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.
Serving
- Scoop into bowls or cones and garnish with extra chopped peanuts and a drizzle of caramel or chocolate syrup if desired.
Notes
For best texture, chill all ingredients before use, and consider passing the mixture through a fine mesh sieve for ultra-smooth ice cream.