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Prep Time
5 minutes
Chill Time
30 minutes
Total Time
35 minutes
Ingredients
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1½ cups cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)
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2 ripe bananas
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1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey (optional, to taste)
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
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Pinch of salt
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Optional Toppings:
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Crushed vanilla wafers or graham crackers
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Banana slices
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Whipped cream
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Chocolate chips or cacao nibs
Instructions
- Add cottage cheese, bananas, maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt to a blender or food processor.
- Blend until completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary.
- Spoon into serving bowls or jars.
- Chill for 30 minutes for a thicker, pudding-like texture, or enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Use very ripe bananas for the best natural sweetness.
- Full-fat cottage cheese gives the creamiest result.
- For extra protein, blend in ½ scoop vanilla protein powder.
- Turn it into classic banana pudding by layering with wafers and bananas.
- Store covered in the fridge for up to 2 days.
This Cottage Cheese Banana Pudding is a lighter, protein-packed twist on a classic dessert. Creamy blended cottage cheese creates a smooth base that pairs perfectly with sweet bananas for a naturally satisfying treat.
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Quick to prepare and surprisingly indulgent, it’s ideal for a healthy snack or guilt-free dessert. With its rich texture and familiar banana flavor, it feels comforting while still being nutritious.
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