High-Protein Banana Pudding

Servings: 4
 Protein: ~25–30g per serving

• 1½ cups plain nonfat Greek  yogurt
• 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese (blended smooth)
• 1 package (37 g / 1.3 oz) sugar-free vanilla pudding mix
• ½–¾ cup unsweetened almond milk (adjust for thickness)
• 1 scoop (25–30 g) vanilla protein powder
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Banana Layer

• 2 ripe bananas, sliced

Optional Toppings

• Crushed high-protein cookies or vanilla wafers
• Light whipped topping or protein whipped cream
• Cinnamon or crushed nuts

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Instructions

1. Blend cottage cheese
   Blend until completely smooth (important for texture).
2. Make pudding base
   In a large bowl, whisk together:
   • Greek yogurt
   • Blended cottage cheese
   • Pudding mix
   • Protein powder
   • Almond milk
   • Vanilla extract

1. Mix until thick and creamy. Let sit 2–3 minutes to set.
2. Assemble
   • Layer pudding → banana slices → pudding
   • Repeat until finished
3. Chill
   Refrigerate 30–60 minutes for best flavor and texture.

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Nutrition (Approx. per serving)

• Calories: 230–280
• Protein: 25–30g
• Carbs: 25–30g
• Fat: 2–4g

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Variations

Extra High Protein (35g+)

• Add an extra ½ scoop protein powder
• Replace almond milk with Fairlife skim milk

• Use 1 banana total
• Add banana extract instead of extra fruit

Classic Banana Pudding Taste

• Add crushed vanilla wafers between layers
• Top with whipped cream

Meal Prep

• Store in airtight containers up to 4 days
• Add bananas day-of to prevent browning

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Pro Tips

• Whey-casein blends give the creamiest texture
• If too thick → add milk 1 tbsp at a time
• If too thin → chill longer or add 1 tbsp pudding mix