Whipped Cottage Cheese Dessert
Are you ready for a low carb sweet treat? This Whipped Cottage Cheese Dessert has 11 grams of protein, less than 4 g net carbs, and is made using just four simple ingredients. And you don’t even taste the cottage cheese in this healthy dessert!
This really is a great snack or a great option for a low-carb dessert. Not only is it an excellent source of protein, but it’s a keto dessert that doesn’t taste low carb at all. I’ve made this sweet snack for family and friends who aren’t on the keto diet, and they’re always shocked by the smooth consistency, texture, and flavor.
If you have a sweet tooth, this really is a great way to curb it without feeling the guilt. The added high protein content helps you feel fuller after eating it, too – which is a win-win! To find out how to make this delicious whipped cottage cheese recipe, be sure to check out the printable recipe card below!
Try my Cottage Cheese Cheesecake and Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse next! You can never have too many low carb sweet treats.
Ingredients
- Cottage cheese – I prefer to use full fat cottage cheese. But you can use any type of regular cottage cheese that you want.
- Joy Filled Eats Sweetener – The best way to add sweetness to recipes without using artificial ingredients.
- Lemon zest or vanilla extract – Adds flavor to this easy, elegant dessert.
- Fresh berries – This is optional, but pairs perfectly with the custard-like texture.
See recipe card for quantities.
How to Make Whipped Cottage Cheese Dessert
Step One: Add the cottage cheese to a food processor and pulse until it is smooth and without lumps. Mix in the sweetener and then taste it. You may have to add more, depending on your flavor preference.
Step Two: Add the vanilla extract or lemon zest. Or use both!
Step Three: Divide the creamy mixture between mason jars, bowls, or containers.
Step Four: Layer with fresh berries.
Top Tip💡
To get a creamy consistency, really let the food processor or high speed blender mix it. You can’t really overmix, so just let it go.
Substitutions
- Savory version – If you aren’t craving a dessert or are not a fan of sweet recipes, you can make this blended cottage cheese dish into a savory one. Just leave out the vanilla and sweetener, add some salt and pepper, and top with some fresh herbs and olive oil for a yummy dip. It would go great with pita chips!
Variations
- Add your favorite toppings – The fun part about making cottage cheese recipes like this is that you can easily change the flavor. You can top it with maple syrup and fresh fruit, or even curb those chocolate cravings and add dark chocolate chips and fresh strawberries. Mix and match the recipe ingredients to find the perfect combo!
- Sweetener – While I love using my own keto-friendly sweetener, you can use honey, maple, or any sweetener that you want. They all work and pair just fine.
- Add protein powder – Add a protein boost to this simple recipe! You can easily hit your protein goals by making this treat part of the equation. Just add a scoop of protein powder and blend it well with the rest of the ingredients.
See this Cottage Cheese Frittata for another fun and simple recipe.
Equipment
A high-speed blender or small food processor is really the only main ingredient needed for this recipe. You’ll also want to have small bowls, mason jars, or other containers for storage.
Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight container and keep them in the fridge. For the best results, eat within 1-2 days. This recipe isn’t a good contender to be frozen, so be sure to enjoy it fresh for all the best flavors.
Common Questions
Absolutely! I’ll make this a high-protein breakfast option any day of the week. The smooth cottage cheese pairs really well to be savory or sweet, so you can enjoy this delicious treat anyway you want. Add some chocolate protein powder to it to start the day with a cottage cheese chocolate pudding, or spread it on some low-carb bread with some avocado slices for a fast and simple meal.
If you follow the steps on the recipe card and really blend all the ingredients well, you won’t taste it – at all. The key is to make sure that it’s blended so that it has a smooth consistency. The lemon zest masks the taste of the cottage cheese very well.
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Whipped Cottage Cheese Dessert
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 1/4 cup Joy Filled Eats Sweetener (or see alternatives in recipe notes)
- 1 tsp lemon zest or vanilla extract
- fresh berries optional
Instructions
- Add cottage cheese to a food processor. Process until smooth.
- Mix in the sweetener. Taste and add additional sweetener, if desired.
- Add the lemon zest or vanilla extract.
- Divide between small jars or bowls, layering with fresh berries, if desired.
Notes
Nutrition
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this is something I really would like to try. I need a simple protein-rich dessert that I can use my peach harvest bounty.
My “go-to” dessert!
i just love this. it is easy to make healthy and very refreshing.
Fantastic taste and easy to make!
yummy
Your recipes are delicious with so much variety, thankyou for your fabulous site all the way from Junee NSW Australia
My hubby and I just recently tried this dessert. I must admit, I was skeptical about cottage cheese feeling like a dessert and wondered if it would really feel like a “whipped” dessert. I was surprised! we enjoyed it. We made it with the vanilla extract – I think it made the tang of the cottage cheese less tangy and of course the sweetener really helps it taste dessert-y. This great result also made is try your Strawberry Cottage Cheese IceCream which we enjoyed too!
I like for breakfast!
This is one of my favorites to whip up. Sometimes I top with the fruit and other times, I blend it in with it. When I do this with strawberries, it reminds me of cheesecake. Yum.
perfect light desert. easy to make.
Love this new (to me) way to have my cottage cheese. I’m putting this on my grocery list today!
I bought cottage cheese yesterday and today this recipe appears! It will be on schedule this week. I’ll use vanilla and top it with chocolate/peanut butter sauce. Yum. Thanks for the quick and simple recipe!
i’ve made this in the past and it is absolutely delish! I have been using many of your recipes and find them to be easy to make and they always turn out well.
Delicious! I did add a tablespoon of heavy cream to make it whip easier.
Just about to try this,everything Joy posts is amazing