Look, some nights you want to bake, roast, whip and caramelise your dessert like a TV chef with a camera crew. But most nights? You just want something sweet, fast, and semi-respectable to eat while wearing trackies and watching reruns.
That’s where this little gem comes in: Cottage Cheese & Berry Pudding. It’s creamy, tangy, naturally sweet, and requires less energy than boiling a kettle. Bonus: it’s packed with protein, takes literal minutes, and you don’t even need to turn on the oven.
💪 Why It Works
- Protein-packed: Great post-dinner or post-gym snack
- No cooking (unless you count the microwave)
- Budget-friendly: Cottage cheese = solo eater’s MVP
- Customisable: Add spices, sweeteners or crunchy toppings if you feel fancy
🛒 Ingredients (For One Sensible Adult)
- ½ cup cottage cheese
- ¼ cup frozen mixed berries
- 1 tsp maple syrup or honey
- Dash of vanilla or cinnamon (optional)
👩🍳 Pro tip: Use full-fat cottage cheese for a creamier, more indulgent texture. Life’s short.
⚡️How to Make It (aka why haven’t you already?)
- Zap the berries: Toss your frozen berries in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave for 30 seconds. Just enough to soften them up and get those juices flowing.
- Mix it up: Add the cottage cheese, maple syrup or honey, and your optional dash of vanilla or cinnamon. Stir until it looks like a dessert and not just a healthy accident.
- Eat now or chill: You can enjoy it warm (very comforting in winter), or pop it in the fridge for 10–15 minutes if you want something cool and pudding-y.
🧠 Why Your Body Loves It
- Cottage cheese: High in casein protein to keep you full longer
- Berries: Rich in antioxidants, vitamin C, and fibre
- Maple syrup/honey: Sweetness with a side of minerals
- Low sugar, low fuss, no regrets
🍓 Fun Ways to Mix It Up
- Top with crushed almonds or granola for crunch
- Swap maple syrup for stevia if you’re cutting sugar
- Add a spoon of Greek yoghurt to make it extra creamy
- Stir in a teaspoon of chia seeds for pudding-like vibes
🧊 Storage & Leftovers?
Let’s be honest—this isn’t making it to “leftover” status. But if you’re feeling ultra-prepared, you can mix up a double batch and keep it in the fridge for up to 2 days. Just give it a stir before eating.
🥄 Dessert That Feels Like a Smart Life Choice
If you’re after a sweet finish to your day that doesn’t undo your efforts to “eat healthy-ish,” this Cottage Cheese & Berry Pudding is your new go-to. It’s creamy, fruity, slightly indulgent, and ready in less time than it takes to argue with yourself about having dessert.
💬 Over to You!
Tried this one? Let us know how it went in the comments—or share your own solo dessert hacks with the Plan4One community. And don’t forget to subscribe for more quick, comforting, and portion-perfect recipes.
Because yes, you can have your pudding and feel good about it too.
