Description

Cottage Cheese Banana Pudding is a wholesome and creamy twist on traditional banana pudding that combines ripe bananas and protein-rich cottage cheese for a nourishing dessert you can feel good about. Its naturally sweet and velvety texture makes it perfect for any occasion — whether served chilled or baked. Enjoy this easy-to-make, nutritious treat that balances flavor, texture, and health in every spoonful.

Ingredients

3 ripe bananas, peeled and sliced
1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or 2%)
2 large eggs
1/4 cup milk (or almond milk)
2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon or nutmeg
Pinch of salt
Optional: crushed graham crackers or vanilla wafers for layering/topping

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (if baking) and grease a baking dish.
Blend cottage cheese, bananas, eggs, milk, honey, vanilla, and salt until smooth and creamy.
Stir in cinnamon or nutmeg gently by hand.
Optionally layer pudding and crushed crackers in a dish or jars.
Bake for 30 minutes or chill for 2+ hours until set.
Garnish with sliced bananas, cinnamon, or whipped topping before serving.

Notes

Use ripe bananas for natural sweetness and best flavor.
Adjust honey based on banana ripeness to avoid extra sweetness.
Chill after baking for firmer texture and enhanced flavor.
Substitute ingredients as needed for dietary preferences.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes (baking) or chill 2 hours (no bake)
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking / No-bake chilling
Cuisine: American