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Cottage Cheese Cookie Dough Pudding - A Creamy, High-Protein Treat

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

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup full-fat or low-fat cottage cheese
  • 2–3 tablespoons maple syrup or honey (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch fine sea salt
  • 3 tablespoons almond flour (or oat flour)
  • 1 tablespoon peanut butter or almond butter (optional, for richness)
  • 2–3 tablespoons mini chocolate chips (or chopped dark chocolate)
  • Optional add-ins: 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder, a dash of cinnamon, or 1 tablespoon vanilla protein powder

Method
 

  1. Blend the base: Add cottage cheese, maple syrup (or honey), vanilla, and salt to a blender or food processor. Blend until completely smooth and creamy, about 30–60 seconds. Scrape down the sides if needed.
  2. Add the “dough” texture: Sprinkle in the almond flour and nut butter, then blend again just until combined. The mixture should thicken slightly and look like silky pudding.
  3. Taste and adjust: Check sweetness and salt. Add a little more maple or a tiny pinch of salt if the flavors need a boost. If using protein powder, pulse it in now and add a splash of milk if it gets too thick.
  4. Fold in chocolate: Transfer the pudding to a bowl and fold in the mini chocolate chips. Save a few for topping.
  5. Chill (optional but recommended): Refrigerate for 30–60 minutes. Chilling helps the flavors meld and gives it a true pudding texture.
  6. Serve and garnish: Spoon into bowls or jars and finish with extra chocolate chips. A sprinkle of flaky sea salt on top is a game-changer.