Description
Cottage cheese chocolate pudding is a creamy, protein-packed dessert that satisfies chocolate cravings while keeping things light and nutritious. This easy-to-make, high-protein pudding is smooth, rich, and perfect for a healthy treat.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp sweetener (honey, maple syrup, or sugar substitute)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 1-2 tbsp milk (optional, for thinner consistency)
- Dark chocolate chips or shavings (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Blend the cottage cheese in a food processor or blender until smooth.
- Add cocoa powder, sweetener, and vanilla extract. Blend until well combined.
- If the mixture is too thick, add a splash of milk and blend again.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
- Transfer to serving bowls and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Garnish with dark chocolate shavings or your favorite toppings before serving.
Notes
- For a chocolate peanut butter twist, add a spoonful of peanut butter.
- For a mocha flavor, mix in 1 tsp instant coffee or espresso powder.
- Storage: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freezing is possible, but may slightly alter texture.
- Prep Time: 5min
- Cook Time: 30min
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
