This Chocolate Protein Pudding is my absolute go-to dessert or snack. It’s thick, creamy, deeply chocolatey, and tastes like a real treat—yet it’s high-protein and can be 0–1 point depending on the cottage cheese you use. Simple ingredients, no cooking, and perfect for meal prep.
Servings & Timing
- Yield: 4 servings
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Chill Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: ~2 hours 5 minutes
Nutritional Info (Per Serving – Approximate)
- Calories: 120–150
- Protein: 14–18 g
- Fat: 2–5 g
- Carbs: 4–6 g
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WW Points:
- 0 points (fat-free cottage cheese + zero-cal sweetener)
- 1 point (depending on dairy choice)
(Values vary by brand and sweetener used.)
Ingredients
- 1 (16 oz) container cottage cheese
(fat-free, 1%, 2%, or 4% — fat-free = 0 points) - 1/3 cup powdered sweetener OR honey OR pure maple syrup
(Lakanto monk fruit powdered sweetener recommended) - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2½ tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
(Hershey’s cocoa powder works great)
How to Make Chocolate Protein Pudding
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Blend the Cottage Cheese
Add cottage cheese to a blender or food processor. Blend for about 1 minute until completely smooth and creamy. Scrape down sides if needed. -
Add Flavorings
Add sweetener, vanilla extract, and cocoa powder. Blend again until silky smooth and chocolatey. -
Portion
Divide pudding evenly into individual serving glasses or meal-prep containers. -
Chill & Set
Cover each container with plastic wrap or a lid to prevent a skin from forming.
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to fully chill and thicken. -
Serve
Garnish with fresh raspberries or strawberries just before serving, if desired.
Additional Notes
- Blending well is key—keep going until absolutely smooth
- Chill time improves texture and flavor
- Thicker than traditional pudding, almost mousse-like
Dietary Info
- High-protein
- Low-calorie
- WW-friendly
- Gluten-free
- Can be sugar-free
Flavor Tips & Variations
- Add 1 tbsp peanut butter powder for chocolate-PB pudding
- Add espresso powder for mocha flavor
- Mix in mini chocolate chips before chilling
- Top with whipped cream for a dessert vibe
Ingredient Substitutions
- Sweetener: Allulose, erythritol, stevia blend, honey, or maple syrup
- Cocoa: Dutch-process cocoa for deeper chocolate flavor
- Dairy: Any cottage cheese fat level works
Storage & Make-Ahead
- Refrigerator: Store covered up to 4 days
- Best texture after chilling overnight
- Do not freeze (texture changes)
FAQs
Q: Does it taste like cottage cheese?
A: Not at all—once blended, it tastes like chocolate pudding.
Q: Can I make it sweeter?
A: Yes, adjust sweetener to taste after blending.
Q: Is this good for weight loss?
A: Absolutely—high protein, low calories, and very filling.
Q: Can kids eat this?
A: Yes! It’s a great high-protein snack.
Conclusion
This 1-Point Chocolate Protein Pudding proves healthy desserts don’t have to feel like a compromise. Creamy, rich, and satisfying—it’s one of those recipes you’ll make again and again.
