Creamy, nutty and surprisingly light, this high-protein pistachio ice cream delivers classic dessert vibes with a macro-friendly twist. Made with cottage cheese, pistachio butter and vanilla protein powder, it’s rich, smooth and perfect for satisfying sweet cravings while staying on track.
High-Protein Pistachio Ice Cream
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 218 kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup milk of choice
- 1/4 cup pistachio butter
- 2 –4 scoops vanilla protein powder
- 1/2 cup allulose sweetener
- 1/8 tsp. almond extract optional
- 1 –2 drops green food coloring optional
- 3 Tbsp. shelled pistachios finely chopped
Instructions
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In blender, blend cottage cheese, milk, pistachio butter, sweetener, protein powder and almond extract until completely smooth. Add food coloring if using.
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Process in your ice cream maker or freeze.
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Fold in chopped pistachios after churning or use them as a topping.
Recipe Notes
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Nutrition Facts
High-Protein Pistachio Ice Cream
Amount Per Serving
Calories 218
Calories from Fat 144
% Daily Value*
Fat 16g25%
Saturated Fat 2g10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4g
Monounsaturated Fat 8g
Cholesterol 10mg3%
Sodium 209mg9%
Potassium 286mg8%
Carbohydrates 33g11%
Fiber 3g12%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 12g24%
Vitamin A 102IU2%
Vitamin C 0.3mg0%
Calcium 150mg15%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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