Description
A bright, creamy dessert that uses simple pantry staples, this Cottage Cheese Banana Pudding offers a wholesome and protein-rich option without the guilt.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 1 ripe banana
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Sprinkle of cinnamon
- Optional toppings: Vanilla cookies, whipped topping, banana slices
Instructions
- Slice the banana and set aside, reserving some slices for garnish.
- In a blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Blend until smooth.
- Fold in the banana slices gently.
- Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl or cups and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
- Top with additional banana slices, crumbled cookies, or whipped topping before serving.
Notes
Blend the cottage cheese well to ensure a silky texture. Reserve banana slices for garnish to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: banana pudding, cottage cheese, healthy dessert