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Easy Funfetti Birthday Cake Cottage Cheese Ice Cream Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 2 hours 22 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

This Easy Funfetti Birthday Cake Cottage Cheese Ice Cream combines the fun of colorful sprinkles with the creamy texture of cottage cheese, creating a unique, protein-packed frozen treat. With a quick microwave mug cake base and a vibrant blue swirled frosting, this ice cream is both indulgent and refreshing, perfect for celebrations or a delightful dessert.

Ingredients

Cake Batter

  • 1 egg
  • 1/3 cup almond flour
  • 2 tablespoons cane sugar
  • 1 teaspoon light olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 2 pinches salt
  • 2 teaspoons sprinkles (plus extra for topping)

Blue Frosting

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2/3 cup powdered cane sugar
  • 2 teaspoons almond milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 8 drops blue food coloring

Cottage Cheese Ice Cream Base

  • 1 1/2 cups cottage cheese
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cake Batter: In a small bowl, whisk together the egg, cane sugar, vanilla extract, and light olive oil until fully combined. Add the almond flour, baking powder, salt, and sprinkles, mixing until the batter is smooth and evenly incorporated.
  2. Cook the Mug Cake: Spray the inside of a microwave-safe mug with non-stick spray. Pour the funfetti cake batter into the mug and sprinkle a pinch of extra sprinkles on top. Microwave on high for between 1 minute 30 seconds and 1 minute 50 seconds, or until the cake is set in the center. Carefully turn the cake out onto a plate and place it in the freezer to cool quickly.
  3. Make the Blue Frosting: In a small bowl, combine the butter, powdered cane sugar, almond milk, vanilla extract, salt, and blue food coloring. Mix until the frosting is smooth and creamy. Add more milk if needed to achieve a soft consistency that will easily fall off a spatula.
  4. Blend the Cottage Cheese Ice Cream Base: Using a high-speed blender, food processor, or immersion blender, blend the cottage cheese, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
  5. Combine and Freeze: Pour the blended cottage cheese mixture into a freezer-safe shallow bowl or loaf pan. Drop dollops of the blue frosting on top and gently swirl with a spatula to create a marbled effect. Cut the cooled funfetti mug cake into cubes and fold them into the ice cream mixture along with a few extra sprinkles. Cover the container and freeze for at least 2-3 hours, or until firm.
  6. Serve: Remove the ice cream from the freezer and let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften slightly before scooping and serving.

Notes

  • Use a high-speed blender or food processor for the smoothest cottage cheese ice cream base.
  • Adjust the sugar in the frosting or ice cream base to taste, depending on sweetness preference.
  • For best results, ensure the mug cake is fully cooled before adding it to the ice cream mixture to prevent melting.
  • Almond milk can be substituted with any milk alternative or dairy milk based on preference.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the freezer for up to one week.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Microwaving and Freezing
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://sarabaking.com/easy-funfetti-birthday-cake-cottage-cheese-ice-cream-recipe/