Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Ice Cream

This ice cream is a homemade treat that's creamy, refreshing, and packed with protein. Blended with cottage cheese, sweet strawberries, and topped with crunchy CRISP POWER Cinnamon Crunch Protein Pretzels, this easy frozen dessert delivers all the flavors of strawberry cheesecake in every scoop.

Ingredients (Serves 2)

• 1 1/4 cups 2% cottage cheese
• 1–2 tbsp honey or monk fruit syrup
• 1/2 tbsp vanilla bean paste (optional)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tbsp sugar-free vanilla pudding mix
• 1 cup frozen strawberries, plus more for garnish
• 1 (1.75 oz) bag CRISP POWER Cinnamon Crunch Protein Pretzels, crushed and divided

Instructions

1. Blend the cottage cheese, honey (or monk fruit syrup), vanilla bean paste, vanilla extract, pudding mix, and frozen strawberries until smooth and creamy.
2. Fold in half of the crushed Cinnamon Crunch Protein Pretzels.
3. Transfer to a freezer-safe container and freeze for 2–3 hours, or until scoopable.
4. Scoop into bowls and top with the remaining crushed Protein Pretzels and extra strawberries.