Cool, refreshing, and incredibly smooth, this Mint Chocolate Chip Protein Whip satisfies ice cream cravings without the excess sugar. Made with a cottage cheese base and studded with sugar-free chocolate chips, each jar packs 30g of protein into a velvety, no-bake treat!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
30g Protein Per Jar: Powered by a cottage cheese base and protein powder for maximum satiety.
No-Bake & Fast: Blends up in just 5 minutes for instant guilt-free indulgence.
Ice Cream Texture: Whipped until silky and thick with zero chalky taste.
Essential Kitchen Equipment
High-Speed Blender or Food Processor: Essential for blending the cottage cheese base until silky and curd-free.
Mason Jars (16 oz): Ideal for individual portioning and meal-prep storage.
Ingredients
For the Mint Whip Base:
1 cup Low-fat or 2% cottage cheese
1 scoop (30g) Vanilla protein powder
1/4 tsp Peppermint extract
1 to 2 drops Green food coloring (optional)
1 tbsp Zero-calorie liquid sweetener (like monkfruit or stevia)
For the Chocolate Mix-Ins & Topping:
1 tbsp Sugar-free mini dark chocolate chips
1 tbsp Sugar-free chocolate syrup (for drizzle)
1 crushed Sugar-free chocolate cookie (optional, for garnish)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Blend Base: In a high-speed blender or food processor, combine cottage cheese, vanilla protein powder, peppermint extract, liquid sweetener, and optional green food coloring.
2. Whip Until Smooth: Blend on high speed for 1 to 2 minutes, scraping down the sides as needed, until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy with no curds remaining.
3. Fold in Chocolate Chips: Stir in most of the mini sugar-free chocolate chips using a spoon.
4. Assemble & Top: Pipe or spoon the mint whip into your mason jar. Drizzle with sugar-free chocolate syrup and top with the remaining chocolate chips and cookie crumble.
5. Chill & Serve: Enjoy immediately, or freeze for 20 minutes for a firmer, ice-cream-like texture!
Chef’s Tips
High-Speed Blending: Don’t skip blending the cottage cheese on high speed—this breaks down all the curds and transforms it into a smooth cheesecake-like whip.
Extract Control: Peppermint extract is strong, so start with 1/8 to 1/4 tsp and adjust to your preferred level of mintiness.
Nutritional Breakdown (Per Jar / 1 Jar Yield)
Servings: 1 jar
Calories: ~240 kcal
Protein: 30g
Net Carbs: 8g
Fat: 5g
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes! Seal with a mason jar lid and refrigerate for up to 4 days. If you freeze them, let the jar thaw on the counter for 10 minutes before eating to regain its creamy consistency.