Protein Magnolia Banana Pudding Protein Cups
A healthy, protein-packed twist on classic banana pudding, perfect for snacks, desserts, or breakfast.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Dairy-Free (with substitutions)
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Greek yogurt or cottage cheese
- 1 scoop protein powder
- 4 oz light cream cheese
- 2 ripe bananas
- Sweetener of choice (to taste)
- Crushed graham crackers or granola for topping
Instructions
- Prepare your base: In a mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt (or cottage cheese) with the light cream cheese.
- Mix in the protein powder, mixing well until the texture is smooth and creamy.
- Incorporate the bananas: Mash the ripe bananas in a separate bowl and then fold them into your yogurt mixture.
- Sweeten to perfection: Add your sweetener of choice, tasting as you go until it’s just right.
- Chill out: Scoop the mixture into serving cups or bowls. Cover and chill in the fridge for at least an hour.
- Top and serve: Just before serving, top with crushed graham crackers or granola.
Notes
For best results, chill for at least an hour before serving. Customize toppings to your liking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: banana pudding, protein cups, healthy dessert, quick snack, no-cook recipe