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Cottage Cheese Caramel Protein Pudding - Creamy, High-Protein Dessert

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups cottage cheese (2% or full-fat for best texture; low-fat works but is less creamy)
  • 2–3 tablespoons caramel sauce (date syrup, dulce de leche, or sugar-free caramel syrup)
  • 1 scoop vanilla or unflavored protein powder (whey, casein, or a smooth plant-based blend)
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk (dairy or unsweetened almond/oat; adjust for thickness)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt (balances sweetness and boosts caramel notes)
  • Optional sweetener to taste (maple syrup, honey, or stevia/monk fruit)
  • Optional toppings: flaky sea salt, chopped pecans, sliced bananas, dark chocolate shavings, or a drizzle of extra caramel

Method
 

  1. Blend the base: Add cottage cheese, caramel sauce, protein powder, vanilla, and salt to a high-speed blender.
  2. Adjust texture: Start blending on low, then increase to high. Add milk 1 tablespoon at a time until smooth and pudding-like.
  3. Taste and sweeten: Sample a spoonful. If you want it sweeter, blend in a little honey, maple syrup, or zero-calorie sweetener.
  4. Chill for best texture: Transfer to jars or bowls. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to thicken and set.
  5. Finish and serve: Top with a sprinkle of flaky salt, nuts, or a light drizzle of caramel. Serve cold.