Craving a sweet and refreshing treat?
You’ve got to try frozen cottage cheese bark! It’s cool, creamy, and oh-so-easy to make.
Perfect for a quick snack or dessert. Ready to satisfy your taste buds? Let’s get started!
| Preparation Time | 15-20 minutes |
| Cooking Time | 0 minutes |
| Total Time | 3 hours 15-20 minutes |
| Level of Difficulty | Easy |
Ingredients
For the bark:
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (pure vanilla extract for best flavor)
- 2 cups full-fat cottage cheese (good quality, like Daisy, for best texture)
- 1/4 cup natural unsweetened peanut butter
- 1/4 cup sugar-free powdered sweetener
For the topping:
- 2 oz dark sugar-free chocolate (melted, like Lily’s brand, for drizzling)
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts work great)
Step 1: Prepare the Cottage Cheese Mixture
Start by blending 2 cups of full-fat cottage cheese, ¼ cup of sugar-free powdered sweetener (or your preferred sweetener), 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and ¼ cup of natural unsweetened peanut butter in a blender.
Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Step 2: Prepare the Baking Sheet
Line an 18 x 13 inch (45 x 33 cm) baking sheet with parchment paper.
This will prevent the mixture from sticking and make it easier to remove once frozen.
Step 3: Spread the Mixture
Pour the cottage cheese mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it out evenly using a spatula.
Make sure the layer is smooth and even for consistent freezing.
Step 4: Add Chocolate and Nuts
Drizzle 2 oz of melted dark sugar-free chocolate or chocolate chips over the cottage cheese mixture.
Use a knife to gently swirl the chocolate into the mixture to create a marble effect.
Then, sprinkle ¼ cup of chopped nuts (such as almonds, pecans, or walnuts) on top for added texture and flavor.
Step 5: Freeze the Bark
Place the baking sheet in the freezer and let the mixture freeze for 3 hours or until it is fully set.
This will allow the bark to firm up and be easy to cut.
Step 6: Cut and Serve
Once the mixture is set, remove it from the freezer and cut the frozen bark into squares.
Enjoy your delicious and healthy treat!
