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My Cottage Cheese Smoothie is So Good!
It’s 2025, and we’re putting cottage cheese in everything – Yes, I am even making cottage cheese smoothies!
Ok, you have to think of it less like cheese and more like yogurt because once you blend cottage cheese, it really does have the consistency of yogurt and works really well to replace it in many recipes, including this smoothie.
You won’t really taste the cottage cheese, and I didn’t find the smoothie salty. My kids couldn’t even tell there was cottage cheese in it! It just gives it a richer and creamier texture – kinda like the thickness of a milkshake but with less calories and way more protein, about 15 grams per serving.
I decided to make my cottage cheese smoothie with frozen strawberries and a ripe banana along with honey, but this ratio works well with any other fruit or add-ins. I’m curious to know what you think of it!
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Frozen Strawberries: Use frozen strawberries for a thick, cold smoothie without ice. You can substitute with frozen mixed berries, blueberries, or raspberries. Really, anything frozen will work here, even avocados or frozen greens!
- Banana: If bananas aren’t your fav, try replacing them with ½ cup of mango or avocado, which works really well for a replacement if you like creamy smoothies.
- 2% Milk: Any milk will work here, I just like 2%.
- Whole Milk Cottage Cheese: I use Good Culture’s Cottage Cheese, but you can use any brand and any percentage of fat. If you want to mix it up some you can swap half of the cottage cheese with Greek yogurt or silken tofu for a similar consistency and protein boost.
- Honey: Adjust to taste or substitute with maple syrup, agave, or a couple of pitted dates. You can also leave it out, a totally optional ingredient.
Popular Additions
- Nut Butters: Add 1 tablespoon of almond butter, peanut butter, or cashew butter for creaminess, protein, and healthy fats.
- Protein Powder: Include 1 scoop of your favorite protein powder (about 20-30 grams, depending on the brand). Vanilla or unflavored varieties work best.
- Chia Seeds or Flaxseeds: Sprinkle in 1 tablespoon of chia seeds or ground flaxseeds to boost fiber and omega-3s.
- Spinach or Kale: Add 1 cup of fresh spinach or kale leaves (loosely packed) for a nutrient boost without overwhelming the flavor.
How to Make a Cottage Cheese Smoothie
My Best Cottage Cheese Smoothie Tips
- Blend really well. Cottage cheese needs a bit more blending to reach a smooth, creamy consistency. Blend for at least 60–120 seconds in a high-speed blender to avoid any lumps.
- Use frozen fruits. Frozen fruits like strawberries or mangoes create a thick, chilled smoothie without needing ice, which can water it down.
- Adjust sweetness. Taste your smoothie before serving. If it’s not sweet enough, add a bit more honey, maple syrup, or even a pitted date.
- Layer your ingredients. Place the liquids at the bottom of the blender, followed by cottage cheese and softer ingredients, and finish with frozen fruits. This helps the blender work efficiently.
Recipe Help & Common Questions
It’s best fresh, but if something pops up, you can store the smoothie in a mason jar or any airtight container and stash it in the fridge. It’ll stay good for about 24 hours, but fair warning—it might separate a little. No biggie! Just give it a good shake or stir, and you’re back in business.
If you’ve got a high-speed blender like a Vitamix or Ninja, you’re golden—it’ll give you that silky, lump-free texture. If you’re using a regular blender, no worries! Just blend it a little longer, and you’re good to go.
Some brands of cottage cheese can be saltier than others, so it’s not just you! To balance it out, try adding more sweetness with a little extra honey, maple syrup, or a couple of pitted dates. You can also toss in a bit more fruit—like a handful of frozen mango or another banana—to mellow out the saltiness.
If you’re super sensitive to salt, look for a low-sodium or no-salt-added cottage cheese next time. It makes a big difference!
More Smoothie Recipes:
- Green Smoothie
- Avocado Smoothie
- Cherry Smoothie
- Mango Banana Smoothie
- Strawberry Yogurt Smoothie
- Kale Coconut Smoothie
- Piña Colada Smoothie
- Breakfast Coffee Smoothie
- Aloe Vera Smoothie
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Cottage Cheese Smoothie
Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen strawberries
- 1 banana
- 1 ½ cup 2% milk
- ½ cup whole milk cottage cheese
- 2 tablespoons honey
Instructions
- Place all the ingredients in a high-speed blender, and blend for 60-120 seconds until you get a smooth and creamy texture.
- Taste the smoothie, adding more milk if it is too thick or adding more sweetener if it’s not sweet enough for you. Pour into a cup or mason jar. Enjoy immediately, or store in fridge for up to 24 hours.
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Nutrition
Nutrition information provided is an estimate. It will vary based on cooking method and specific ingredients used.
