Looking for a refreshing, nutritious treat that's as easy to make as it is delicious? Look no further than this Frozen Strawberry Cottage Cheese Bark! Bursting with the sweet and tangy flavors of strawberries combined with the creamy richness of cottage cheese, this frozen bark is the perfect high-protein snack or dessert to cool you down on a hot summer day.
If you are riding the current wave of cottage cheese recipes, this is a great one to try. Blended cottage cheese makes a great replacement for yogurt and makes a great high protein and low carb snack.
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Can Cottage Cheese Be Frozen?
Just like Greek Yogurt, cottage cheese can be frozen. Blending the cottage cheese gets rid of any of the lumps in cottage cheese too. If you enjoy frozen yogurt bark, you will enjoy frozen cottage cheese bark.
Is Cottage Cheese Good For You?
Cottage cheese can be a nutritious addition to your diet, offering several health benefits:
- High in Protein: Cottage cheese is rich in protein, which is essential for muscle repair, growth, and overall health. It's a particularly good source of casein protein, which is absorbed slowly by the body and can help keep you feeling full for longer periods.
- Rich in Calcium: Cottage cheese is also a good source of calcium, which is crucial for maintaining strong bones and teeth, as well as supporting nerve function and muscle contractions.
- Contains Healthy Fats: While cottage cheese is relatively low in fat, it still contains healthy fats, including omega-3 fatty acids, which are important for heart health and reducing inflammation in the body.
- Provides Essential Nutrients: Cottage cheese is a good source of various vitamins and minerals, including phosphorus, selenium, riboflavin (vitamin B2), and vitamin B12.
- Versatile: Cottage cheese can be enjoyed in various ways, making it easy to incorporate into a balanced diet. It can be eaten on its own, added to salads, used as a topping for toast or crackers, blended into smoothies, or used in cooking and baking.
However, it's worth noting that cottage cheese can be relatively high in sodium, so if you're watching your sodium intake, you may want to choose low-sodium varieties or consume it in moderation.
Ingredients
Only 3 ingredients make this quick and simple recipe. Feel free to add your own toppings or flourish to this.
- Strawberries - fresh and firm strawberries.
- Cottage cheese - plain full fat cottage cheese is preferable. If you use low fat cottage cheese, check the label for sugars.
- Sweetener - we use allulose but any low carb sweetener such as Monk fruit can be used.
How to Make Frozen Cottage Cheese Bark
Place all ingredients into a blender or food processor and blitz.
Spread out over a parchment paper lined tray.
Add any other toppings and freeze.
Break into pieces once frozen.
Storage
Transfer the cottage cheese bark pieces into an airtight container. Make sure the container is large enough to accommodate the pieces without crushing them. If you're stacking multiple layers of cottage cheese bark, place parchment paper between the layers to prevent sticking.
Place the sealed container in the freezer. Try to position it away from items that might impart strong odors, as cottage cheese can absorb flavors easily. While cottage cheese bark can technically last in the freezer for several weeks, it's best to consume it within 1-2 weeks for optimal flavor and texture.
Flavor Variations
Frozen cottage cheese bark is a versatile recipe that can be made in many different flavors. Here are a few suggestions:
Berry Blast: Add a mix of frozen berries like raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries for a burst of fruity flavor. Berries are relatively low in carbs compared to other fruits and are packed with antioxidants.
Chocolate Peanut Butter: Swirl in some sugar-free chocolate chips or cocoa powder for a rich chocolate flavor, and add a dollop of natural peanut butter or almond butter for extra richness. Be sure to choose sugar-free and low-carb options for the chocolate and nut butter.
Vanilla Almond: Mix in a splash of vanilla extract and a handful of chopped almonds for a classic flavor combination. You can also add a sprinkle of cinnamon for extra warmth and flavor.
Coconut Lime: Stir in some shredded unsweetened coconut and a squeeze of fresh lime juice for a tropical twist. This combination offers a refreshing and tangy flavor without adding too many carbs.
Pumpkin Spice: Add canned pumpkin puree (unsweetened) and a dash of pumpkin pie spice for a seasonal treat. Pumpkin is relatively low in carbs and adds a creamy texture and earthy flavor to the bark.
Matcha Pistachio: Mix in some matcha powder for a subtle green tea flavor, and sprinkle chopped pistachios on top for crunch and nuttiness. Matcha powder is low in carbs and adds a unique twist to the bark.
Cinnamon Roll: Swirl in a mixture of cinnamon and a low-carb sweetener like stevia or erythritol for a sweet and spicy flavor reminiscent of a cinnamon roll. You can also add a drizzle of sugar-free cream cheese frosting for extra indulgence.
More Cottage Cheese Recipes
Cottage cheese is a great low carb and high protein ingredient. Enjoy these other recipes that use it:
Frozen Cottage Cheese Bark
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Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup chopped strawberries
- 2 tablespoons allulose or other low carb sweetener
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. We use a 9 x 13 inch baking tray.
- Blend the cottage cheese, strawberries and allulose in a high speed blender and blitz until smooth.
- Pour the blended cottage cheese mixture onto the lined baking sheet and spread it out evenly into a thin layer.
- Sprinkle any optional toppings such as chopped strawberries, coconut or sugar free chocolate chips evenly over the cottage cheese layer, pressing them gently into the mixture.
- Place the baking sheet in the freezer and freeze for at least 2-3 hours, or until the bark is completely frozen.
- Once frozen, remove the bark from the freezer and break it into pieces.
- Serve immediately as a refreshing frozen snack, or store any leftovers in an airtight container in the freezer.
Notes
Nutrition
The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator.
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