Cottage Cheese Banana Pudding

Cottage cheese banana pudding puts a high-protein spin on the beloved Southern classic, layering creamy blended cottage cheese with fresh banana slices and vanilla wafers for a dessert that's nostalgic, comforting, and packed with 26g of protein per serving. The cottage cheese is blended until silky smooth and mixed with vanilla pudding mix for that authentic banana pudding flavor and texture. Unlike traditional banana pudding that's loaded with heavy cream and condensed milk, this cottage cheese version delivers rich creaminess with significantly less fat and sugar while dramatically boosting the protein content. The layering is key to this recipe — alternate between the creamy cottage cheese mixture, sliced ripe bananas, and crunchy vanilla wafers for a dessert with incredible textural contrast. As it chills in the fridge, the wafers soften slightly and the flavors meld together beautifully. This cottage cheese banana pudding is perfect for summer cookouts, potlucks, or any time you're craving something sweet and satisfying. Make it in a large dish for sharing or portion into individual jars for beautiful grab-and-go desserts. It tastes even better after chilling overnight, making it an ideal make-ahead cottage cheese recipe for entertaining.