If you love chocolate and protein-rich desserts, this chocolate pudding recipe is about to be your new favorite treat. It requires just five simple ingredients – the perfect mix of indulgent and secretly-good-for-you. Each pudding is packed with 14 grams of protein. Oh – and did I mention they come together in just 5 minutes with a blender?
Don’t let the cottage cheese in this recipe throw you off – these chocolate protein puddings are silky smooth, rich, and chocolatey, with zero hint of cottage cheese. It’s the ultimate healthy hack for a dessert that satisfies your sweet tooth and keeps you feeling good. Whether you are sneaking in extra protein, you like to meal prep your desserts, or you just want a quick and easy treat, this recipe checks all the boxes.
This pudding is inspired by the classic Ferrero Rocher chocolates but is made in a much healthier way, using protein-packed cottage cheese and no refined sugar. It’s an easy recipe to whip up on busy days when you crave something rich and chocolatey without any fuss.
The texture is beautifully smooth, rich, and chocolatey – a lighter take on pure indulgence. And because it’s quick to make, this recipe is perfect as a quick dessert, an afternoon snack, or even a breakfast treat if you are feeling fancy! Plus, it’s naturally gluten-free and can be easily adapted to suit different dietary needs by substituting a few ingredients.
Whether you enjoy it immediately for a lighter, mousse-like texture or chill it for a thicker, more decadent pudding, this recipe is sure to satisfy your chocolate cravings in a wholesome way. It’s a lovely way to enjoy a Ferrero Rocher-inspired dessert without the added sugar and heaviness.
So grab your blender and get ready to make a simple, delicious pudding that feels indulgent while nourishing your body. I promise you’ll want to make it again and again!
Why you will love this Chocolate Pudding:
Protein-rich – Thanks to the cottage cheese, this pudding isn’t just a treat – it’s fuel. The protein content helps keep you satisfied for hours, making it perfect as a filling breakfast, post-workout snack, or even a healthier dessert that won’t leave you reaching for more five minutes later.
No refined sugar – Sweetened naturally with dates, it gives you that indulgent flavour without the energy spikes and crashes of refined sugar. You get all the sweetness, none of the slump.
Quick and easy – Ready in just a few minutes, it’s proof that wholesome doesn’t need to mean complicated. With only a handful of ingredients and almost no clean up, this recipe slots effortlessly into busy mornings or late-night sweet cravings.
Versatile – Soft, creamy, and spoonable straight away, or pop it in the fridge to set for a thicker, richer, mousse-like pudding. It’s a recipe that adapts to your mood, whether you’re after light and fluffy or indulgent and decadent.
Cottage cheese is having a moment and I am here for it. Even if you are not a fan, I promise you won’t even notice it’s there.
But what you will notice is the protein punch that keeps your body fueled for a workout or satiated until your next meal. This is really the perfect snack, dessert, or post-workout treat. Chocolatey, slightly sweet, light, and creamy. This recipe makes two portions, which will stay fresh in the fridge for up to 3 days – talk about a convenient treat to have on hand!
Velvety Healthy Chocolate Protein Pudding
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese or half in half yogurt and cottage cheese
- 2-3 dates
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 2 scoops protein or collagen peptides powder
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Toppings
- Fresh fruit or berries
- Chopped nuts
- Shaved chocolate
- Shredded coconut
- Granola
Instructions
- Add the cottage cheese, dates, cocoa powder, protein powder and vanilla extract to a blender or food processor. Blend until completely smooth and creamy.Divide the pudding between two serving glasses or bowls. Top with your choice of toppings.Enjoy immediately for a softer texture, or chill in the fridge for 30–60 minutes for a thicker, richer pudding.
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