High-Protein Honey-Pistachio Ice Cream

Dairy-Free

Gluten-Free

Vegetarian

Cottage cheese and a few simple ingredients are all you need to make this protein-rich frozen delight.

By Maddie Augustin | Experience Life

Makes6 servings
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time4 hours

Ingredients
Directions

Ingredients

½ cup honey
½ cup water
1 cup roasted and salted pistachios, divided
½ tsp. almond extract
16 oz. full-fat cottage cheese

Directions

STEP 1

In a small pot over medium heat, combine the honey and water. Whisk until the honey is completely dissolved, and bring the mixture to a simmer.

STEP 2

Add ½ cup of the pistachios and simmer for eight to 10 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the almond extract. Allow the syrup to cool slightly.

STEP 3

Transfer the syrup to a high-speed blender.

STEP 4

Add the cottage cheese and blend until smooth.

STEP 5

Line a loaf pan with parchment paper and pour in the mixture. Roughly chop the remaining ½ cup of pistachios, then sprinkle them over the mixture and gently fold them in.

STEP 6

Place the loaf pan in the freezer for four hours, or until the mixture is solid.

STEP 7

Set on the counter for 10 minutes to thaw the ice cream slightly before scooping.

Nutritional information

Photographer: Terry Brennan; Food Stylist: Betsy Nelson

By Maddie Augustin

Maddie Augustin is a recipe developer who is passionate about creating recipes worth repeating. With degrees in food engineering and nutrition, she blends science with creativity to make dishes that are nourishing, approachable, and delicious — celebrating seasonal ingredients and the joy that comes from sharing good, healthy food. Find more of Maddie’s recipes at maddieaugustin.com.