Description
Indulge your sweet tooth with this Easy Protein Banana Pudding, a guilt-free dessert that combines delicious flavor with nutritional benefits. Made primarily from cottage cheese and ripe bananas, this creamy pudding offers a rich source of protein while keeping sugars low. Whether it’s a post-workout treat, a quick snack, or a delightful addition to your dinner party menu, this pudding is versatile enough for any occasion. With just 5 minutes of prep time and the ability to customize with your favorite toppings, you can enjoy a satisfying dessert that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cottage cheese (2%)
- 1 large ripe banana
- 1–2 Tbsp maple syrup
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Toppings (whipped cream, crushed graham crackers, banana slices)
Instructions
- In a blender, combine cottage cheese, ripe banana, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
- Blend until smooth and creamy. Adjust sweetness if desired.
- Pour the mixture into glass jars or bowls.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to enhance flavors.
- Serve chilled with your choice of toppings.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: No cooking required
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar (approximately 180g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg