Miguel Ducrós, Nutritionist: Protein- and antioxidant-rich ice cream with whipped fresh cheese and frozen berries, not milk or cream

Summer has arrived, and with it the urge to enjoy delicious and refreshing ice creams. However, with the revival of the fitness world, more and more people are choosing to skip them due to the high amount of added sugars and fats they contain. But if you’re one of those people, or simply want to start eating better without giving up the occasional treat, you’re in luck: nutritionist Miguel Ducrós has revealed the ultimate recipe to make ice cream quickly, simply, and, most importantly, healthily.

According to what the expert shared with The White Rabbit, this ice cream replaces milk and cream with blended fresh cheese and fruit, turning it into a much healthier and more nutritious option.

How to make healthy ice cream in under 5 minutes

Nutritionist Miguel Ducrós highlights that this ice cream made with blended fresh cheese and berries “usually surprises people because it’s genuinely tasty and a very healthy alternative to traditional ice creams.” He also gives us a trick to avoid getting bored: you can also prepare it with mango or pineapple to vary the flavors.

Protein Ice Cream

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Ingredients

300 grams 0% fat fat-free fresh cheese
300 grams frozen red berries
A few drops of sucralose (optional, if you like it sweeter)

Instructions

The preparation is very straightforward. You simply blend all the ingredients together in a blender or food processor until you obtain a creamy, smooth texture.

If you want to eat it right away, you can, and you’ll notice it has a soft, creamy ice-cream texture.

On the other hand, if you prefer it a bit firmer, freeze it for 30 to 45 minutes. Tip: If you forget and it freezes longer, leave it at room temperature for a few minutes before you start eating so it stays creamy and not too hard.

Why is this ice cream so healthy?

This ice cream is incredibly healthy because its main ingredient is fresh cheese, which, as experts from the shop CabeSota explain, is a very soft and light dairy product since it contains a lot of water and doesn’t age. The specialists from this cheesery note that it’s a fantastic food for the body because it has almost no fat or calories, especially if you use the 0% version recommended by the nutritionist, which helps avoid gaining weight. Moreover, it fills you up and takes care of the muscles thanks to the high-quality proteins it provides. When paired with the berries, this dessert also supplies a lot of fiber and antioxidants that protect our cells. On top of that, it provides energy and helps the kidneys and stomach function better thanks to its natural defenses.

What kind of fresh cheese should you choose?

From the CabeSota cheesery, they note that, while you can find cheeses made from sheep, goat, or cow’s milk, cow’s milk cheese is the best option for light recipes. It contains less sodium and less cholesterol, yet provides the same amount of calcium as the others. Additionally, it is suitable for pregnant people as long as you check the label to ensure it is made with pasteurized milk, which eliminates any risk.