Ingredients
2 cups cottage cheese
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon zest
2–4 tablespoons sweetener of choice (maple syrup, honey, etc.)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt
Instructions
1. 1. Gather all ingredients.
2. 2. Zest lemons using a microplane or fine grater, avoiding the white pith. Squeeze the juice.
3. 3. In a blender, combine cottage cheese, lemon juice, lemon zest, sweetener, vanilla extract, and salt.
4. 4. Blend on high until completely smooth and creamy (1-2 minutes), scraping down sides as needed.
5. 5. Taste and adjust sweetness or lemon flavor, blending briefly again if needed.
6. 6. Pour into individual serving bowls or an airtight container.
7. 7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (overnight is best) to allow flavors to meld and pudding to set.
8. 8. Serve cold with desired toppings.
Notes
For a creamier texture, use full-fat cottage cheese. Add a scoop of protein powder for an extra protein boost. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Do not freeze as texture may change.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack, Breakfast
- Method: No-bake, Blended
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian, Gluten-free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 3
- Saturated Fat: 1.5
- Unsaturated Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 22
- Cholesterol: 15