Cottage Cheese Pumpkin Ice (Printer-Friendly)

A smooth, high-protein autumn treat blending cottage cheese and pumpkin with warm spices and natural sweetness.

# List of Ingredients:

→ Dairy

01 - 2 cups whole-milk cottage cheese
02 - 1/4 cup heavy cream

→ Produce

03 - 1 cup pure pumpkin puree

→ Sweeteners

04 - 1/2 cup pure maple syrup

→ Nuts & Nut Butters

05 - 2 tablespoons creamy natural almond butter

→ Extracts & Spices

06 - 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
07 - 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
09 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
10 - Pinch fine sea salt

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Combine the cottage cheese, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, heavy cream, almond butter, vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and sea salt in a high-powered blender or food processor. Blend thoroughly until the mixture is ultra-smooth, scraping the sides as needed to avoid graininess.
02 - Transfer the blended mixture into a covered bowl and refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours until well chilled. This step improves texture and allows flavors to meld.
03 - If using an ice cream maker, churn according to manufacturer instructions until soft-serve consistency is reached. For no-churn, pour the chilled base into a parchment-lined loaf pan, cover, and freeze for 4 to 6 hours. Stir vigorously every hour during the first 2 hours to reduce ice crystals.
04 - Allow ice cream to sit at room temperature for 5 to 10 minutes before scooping for optimal creaminess. Store leftovers tightly covered in the freezer with parchment or plastic wrap pressed directly onto the surface to prevent freezer burn. Consume within 2 weeks.

# Additional Suggestions:

01 - Use full-fat, small-curd cottage cheese for smoother texture and richer creaminess.
02 - Thoroughly blend the base until completely smooth to avoid icy texture from curds.
03 - Pre-chill ingredients and container to speed freezing and improve smoothness.
04 - Add an extra sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice before serving to enhance aroma.
05 - For a decorative touch, swirl additional pumpkin puree or spiced nut butter before final freezing.

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