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Cottage Cheese Banana Pudding

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A wholesome twist on the classic Southern dessert, this cottage cheese banana pudding blends creamy cottage cheese with ripe bananas and vanilla wafers for a luscious, protein-packed treat. Light yet indulgent, it layers natural sweetness with creamy texture and soft cookie layers, making it perfect for a healthy dessert or make-ahead snack.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups full-fat cottage cheese
  • 3 ripe bananas
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
  • 1215 vanilla wafers or shortbread cookies
  • Optional: 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, Greek yogurt for extra creaminess

Instructions

  • Blend cottage cheese, bananas, vanilla, honey, and milk until smooth.
  • Layer cookies at the bottom of your serving dish.
  • Spoon a layer of the pudding mixture over cookies.
  • Add sliced bananas on top.
  • Repeat layering until all ingredients are used, finishing with pudding on top.
  • Chill covered in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
  • Garnish with extra banana slices, a drizzle of honey, and a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Notes

  • Use ripe bananas for the best flavor and natural sweetness.
  • Full-fat cottage cheese gives the creamiest texture.
  • Feel free to swap cookies with gluten-free or dairy-free options as needed.
  • Adjust sweetness according to taste by varying honey or syrup amounts.
  • Author: Diana Ross
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour (minimum)
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 3.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 14g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg