Cottage Cheese Smoothie
6 min
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easy
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clean eating,
gluten-free,
Mediterranean diet
Recipe by Eunice
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Total Time |
|---|---|---|
| 5 min | 1 min | 6 min |
Introduction
This creamy cottage cheese smoothie tastes like a fruity milkshake but is packed with protein to keep you full for hours.
It blends cottage cheese, berries, and banana for a thick, tangy-sweet sip that feels totally dessert-worthy.
Whip it up for a quick breakfast, post-workout snack, or an easy make-ahead option for busy mornings.
Ingredients (1 serving)
Ingredients:
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How to Make Cottage Cheese Smoothie
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Add liquids to the blender
Pour the unsweetened almond milk into the blender first, which helps the blades catch everything easily.
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Add cottage cheese and frozen fruit
Spoon in the cottage cheese, then add the frozen banana and frozen mixed berries on top of the milk.
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Add chia seeds and optional protein
Sprinkle in the chia seeds and the vanilla protein powder, if you are using it.
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Blend until smooth and creamy
Blend on high until the smoothie looks very smooth and creamy, stopping once or twice to scrape down the sides.
If the smoothie is too thick, blend in a splash more almond milk until it reaches your perfect texture.
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Serve right away
Pour into a cold glass, then drink immediately so the texture stays thick, cold, and milkshake-like.
Substitutions
- Cottage cheese -> plain Greek yogurt
- Use plain Greek yogurt in the same amount for a slightly tangier flavor and an equally thick, high protein smoothie.
- Unsweetened almond milk -> unsweetened cashew or soy milk
- Swap in unsweetened cashew or soy milk to keep the recipe clean eating while slightly changing the creaminess and protein level.
- Chia seeds -> ground flaxseed or hemp hearts
- Use ground flaxseed or hemp hearts for similar healthy fats and fiber, with a slightly nuttier flavor and softer texture.
Tips
- Blend longer than you think
- Let the blender run at least 45 to 60 seconds so the cottage cheese and chia fully break down and turn silky.
- Start on low, then go high
- Begin blending on low speed to pull everything toward the blades, then move to high for the smoothest, milkshake-like texture.
- Adjust sweetness naturally
- If you like a sweeter smoothie, add a few extra frozen berries or another slice of banana instead of sugary sweeteners.
- Use cold ingredients for best texture
- Keep the cottage cheese chilled and the fruit fully frozen so the smoothie turns out thick, frosty, and very refreshing.
- Make freezer smoothie packs
- Portion the banana, berries, chia, and optional protein into bags, freeze them, then just add cottage cheese and milk before blending.
Nutrition Facts *
| Energy | 305 | kcal |
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| Protein | 18 | g |
| Total Fat | 12 | g |
| Carbohydrates | 33 | g |
| Dietary Fiber | 8 | g |
* Approximate, per serving.
Data source: USDA FoodData Central.
FAQ
- My smoothie tastes tangy from the cottage cheese. How can I balance the flavor?
- Add a bit more banana or berries to bring natural sweetness, and blend longer so the cottage cheese flavor softens and smooths out.
- The texture is grainy or lumpy. What did I do wrong?
- You likely need more blending time or a bit more liquid, so blend again on high with a splash of almond milk until silky.
- Can I make this smoothie dairy free but still high in protein?
- Use a dairy-free cottage cheese or silken tofu, keep the almond milk, and include the protein powder to maintain a strong protein boost.
- Can I skip the protein powder and still keep it high protein?
- Yes, the cottage cheese already adds plenty of protein, and you can bump it up further with a few extra spoonfuls of cottage cheese.
- Can I make this smoothie ahead for busy mornings?
- Blend it the night before, chill it in a sealed jar, then shake or reblend with a splash of milk in the morning to refresh the texture.
Serving Suggestions
This cottage cheese smoothie is a simple base that you can tweak for weekday breakfasts or post-workout snacks.
For a dessert feel, top it with cacao nibs and extra berries, or blend in cinnamon and almond butter for cozy richness.
Reviews
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Amber Diaz, Chicago: Great balance of flavors, and the cottage cheese does so much for the texture. Solid five stars! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
: Really glad you enjoyed the flavors and texture, Amber! 😊
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