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Cottage Cheese Banana Pudding

Cottage Cheese Banana Pudding
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Cottage Cheese Banana Pudding is a healthy, creamy dessert combining protein-rich cottage cheese with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas. Easy to prepare with minimal ingredients and no baking required, it offers a guilt-free treat perfect for all diets, including gluten-free and low-carb. With optional additions like honey, cinnamon, chia seeds, and versatile variations, this pudding is nourishing, kid-friendly, and ideal for satisfying dessert cravings naturally.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup full-fat or low-fat cottage cheese
  • 2 ripe bananas
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1–2 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
  • ¼ tsp ground cinnamon

Optional Add-ins

  • 1 tbsp chia seeds or crushed nuts

Variations (Optional)

  • 1 tbsp cocoa powder or mini chocolate chips (for chocolate twist)
  • 2 tbsp shredded coconut or diced pineapple (for tropical touch)
  • ¼ cup fresh or frozen berries (for berry boost)
  • Seeds like pumpkin or sunflower (as nut-free alternative)

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Prepare the bananas
    Peel the ripe bananas and slice them into thin rounds to ensure easy blending and even distribution throughout the pudding. Using ripe bananas guarantees natural sweetness without needing much added sugar.
  2. Step 2: Blend the base
    In a food processor or blender, combine the cottage cheese, sliced bananas, a splash of vanilla extract, and your choice of honey or maple syrup. Blend until smooth and creamy to achieve the ideal pudding texture.
  3. Step 3: Add spices and texture
    Once the mixture is smooth, stir in a pinch of cinnamon for warmth. For added texture, gently fold in chia seeds or crushed nuts as desired.
  4. Step 4: Chill and serve
    Transfer the pudding into serving bowls or jars, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Chilling helps the flavors meld and thickens the pudding to perfect consistency before serving.

Notes

  • Use cold cottage cheese for a creamier blend.
  • Blend just until smooth to avoid thinning the pudding.
  • Adjust sweetness gradually as banana ripeness varies.
  • Chill for at least 30 minutes to improve texture and flavor.
  • Add crunchy toppings like nuts or seeds just before serving to maintain contrast.

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Keywords: cottage cheese pudding, banana dessert, healthy dessert, no bake pudding, gluten free dessert, low carb pudding

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