Description
Easy Protein Banana Pudding is the perfect guilt-free treat for dessert lovers seeking a nutritious option without sacrificing flavor. This quick and easy recipe combines creamy cottage cheese with ripe bananas and a hint of maple syrup, delivering a delicious pudding that satisfies your sweet tooth while providing a healthy boost of protein. In just five minutes of prep time, you can whip up this delightful dessert, making it ideal for busy days or as a nutritious snack. Whether enjoyed on its own or dressed up with toppings, this pudding is a versatile option that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 ripe banana
- 1–2 tbsp maple syrup (to taste)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- banana slices (for garnish)
- crushed graham crackers (for garnish)
Instructions
- Blend the cottage cheese, banana, maple syrup, and vanilla extract in a blender until smooth.
- Spoon half of the mixture into jars or food containers. Layer with banana slices and crushed graham crackers before adding the remaining pudding.
- Refrigerate for at least an hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 164
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 10mg