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Cottage Cheese Chocolate Protein Pudding – Creamy, Rich, and Ready in Minutes

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup (about 225 g) cottage cheese (2% or full-fat for the creamiest texture; low-fat works too)
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (Dutch-process for deeper chocolate flavor)
  • 1 scoop (25–30 g) chocolate or unflavored whey/casein protein powder
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk (dairy or unsweetened almond milk), more as needed for blending
  • 1–2 tablespoons maple syrup, honey, or a zero-calorie sweetener, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt (enhances chocolate flavor)
  • Optional toppings: shaved dark chocolate, cacao nibs, sliced strawberries, raspberries, chopped nuts, or a dollop of Greek yogurt

Method
 

  1. Blend the base: Add cottage cheese, cocoa powder, protein powder, milk, sweetener, vanilla, and a pinch of salt to a high-speed blender. Start on low, then increase to high.
  2. Scrape and smooth: Stop and scrape down the sides once or twice to catch any cocoa or cottage cheese bits. Blend until completely smooth and glossy, about 30–60 seconds.
  3. Adjust texture: If it’s too thick, add milk 1 teaspoon at a time and blend again. If it’s too thin, add a little more protein powder or cocoa and re-blend.
  4. Taste and tweak: Adjust sweetness and salt. A tiny extra pinch of salt can make the chocolate pop.
  5. Chill: Spoon into jars or bowls. Chill for at least 20–30 minutes for a thicker, set texture. You can also enjoy it right away if you like it softer.
  6. Top and serve: Add your favorite toppings just before serving. Keep it simple with berries, or go richer with dark chocolate shavings.