This Cottage Cheese Smoothie is thick, creamy, and packed with protein to keep you full and energized. It blends simple ingredients into a refreshing drink that tastes fruity and smooth while still delivering serious nutrition!
Table of Contents
- What is a Cottage Cheese Smoothie?
- Ingredients You Need for this Cottage Cheese Smoothie Recipe
- How to Make a Smoothie with Cottage Cheese
- Variations on a Cottage Cheese Smoothie with Strawberries and Bananas
- Can I Store Leftovers?
- Common Questions about Cottage Cheese Smoothies
- More Smoothie Recipes
- Cottage Cheese Smoothie (Strawberry-Banana) Recipe
What is a Cottage Cheese Smoothie?
A cottage cheese smoothie is a blended drink made with fruit, milk, and cottage cheese that creates a creamy texture without needing ice cream or heavy cream. Because cottage cheese is naturally high in protein and low in fat, it adds richness while also helping the smoothie feel satisfying and balanced. Many people also add Greek yogurt, chia seeds, or protein powder to boost the nutritional value even more.
This smoothie with cottage cheese is perfect for breakfast, post-workout fuel, or an afternoon pick-me-up. The flavor is lightly sweet from fruit and honey, while the cheese mixes right into the blend so you don’t taste it separately. The result is a thick, velvety drink that feels indulgent but is actually packed with protein and wholesome ingredients!
Ingredients You Need for this Cottage Cheese Smoothie Recipe
- Almond Milk – We love using almond milk because it keeps the smoothie light while still adding a subtle nutty flavor.
- Strawberries – Add these for bright color and juicy sweetness that balances the cheese beautifully. You can even use frozen berries to make the smoothie extra thick and cold.
- Banana – Bananas help create a naturally creamy consistency without needing extra powder or yogurt. These can be fresh or frozen, too.
- Good Culture Cottage Cheese – This soft cheese is packed with protein and gives the smoothie its signature creamy feel. We love this brand because it also has live and active cultures.
- Honey – We add honey to bring gentle sweetness that brings out the flavor of the fruit without overpowering it.
- Ice – Ice helps to thicken the drink instantly. Using frozen fruit allows you to skip it if you prefer.
How to Make a Smoothie with Cottage Cheese
- Layer The Ingredients. Place the almond milk, fruit, cottage cheese, honey, and ice into the blender jar so the liquids sit closest to the blades. This helps everything spin smoothly without sticking.
- Blend Until Velvety. Run the blender on high speed until the mixture looks completely uniform and creamy with no visible chunks of fruit or cheese.
- Adjust The Flavor. Give the smoothie a quick taste and add extra honey, chia seeds, or protein powder if you want more sweetness or nutrition. Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately.
Variations on a Cottage Cheese Smoothie with Strawberries and Bananas
- Greek Yogurt – This boosts protein even more and creates an ultra-thick texture that feels almost milkshake-like.
- Chia Seeds – These tiny seeds add fiber and healthy fat while giving the smoothie a subtle nutty taste.
- Milk – Switch up the milk to any that you prefer. Dairy milk, oat milk, cashew milk, or soy milk will all work!
- Protein Powder – A scoop of vanilla or unflavored powder turns this into a powerful post-workout drink.
- Fruit – Mango, blueberries, or peaches all work beautifully and change the flavor profile instantly.
- Chocolate – A spoonful of cocoa powder creates a rich chocolate version.
- Nut Butter – Almond or peanut butter adds creamy depth and extra fat for longer-lasting fullness.
- Greens – A handful of spinach blends right in without changing the flavor while adding extra nutrients.
Can I Store Leftovers?
Smoothies are best enjoyed right after blending because the texture can thin out and separate over time, especially if you add chia seeds or powder.
You can refrigerate leftovers in a sealed jar for up to 24 hours, and give it a quick shake or stir to help bring it back together.
Freezing works well for up to 1 month, and you can thaw it overnight in the fridge or blend it again with a splash of milk. This cottage cheese smoothie recipe can also be prepped ahead by freezing the fruit portions and blending fresh when you’re ready!
Common Questions about Cottage Cheese Smoothies
Nope! Once blended, the cheese becomes smooth and mild, letting the fruit flavors shine through.
Yes! It is naturally high in protein and even more so if you add Greek yogurt or protein powder.
You can, but milk adds creaminess and flavor that water does not provide.
Absolutely! Oats add thickness and make the drink more filling for breakfast.
More Smoothie Recipes
If you love sweet, fruity drinks like we do, these are some more must-tries!
Orange Creamsicle Drink (3 Ingredients)
Egyptian Mint Lemonade (Limonana)
Creamy Orange Sherbert Punch
Dried Fruit Compote Drink (Khoshaf)
Cottage Cheese Smoothie (Strawberry-Banana)
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Ingredients
- 1 cup almond milk or milk of choice
- ½ cup strawberries fresh or frozen
- 1 medium banana fresh or frozen
- ½ cup Good Culture cottage cheese
- 2 teaspoons honey more to taste
- Handful of ice omit if using frozen fruit
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a high-speed blender.1 cup almond milk, ½ cup strawberries, 1 medium banana, ½ cup Good Culture cottage cheese, 2 teaspoons honey, Handful of ice
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if needed. Enjoy!
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Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
