This creamy, high-protein dessert bowl is great for when you want something sweet but still good for you.
It tastes great and is smooth and rich because it has cottage cheese, PB2 (powdered peanut butter), and a little bit of honey. Also, it only takes five minutes to make!
Let’s make this simple and healthy snack! 🍨✨
Ingredients and Tools
- Bowl for mixing
- Spoon
- Blender (optional for a smoother texture)
- ½ cup of cottage cheese (low-fat or full-fat)
- 2 tablespoons of PB2 (powdered peanut butter) mixed with water
- 1 tablespoon of honey or maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract
- A little bit of cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon of dark chocolate chips (optional)
- 1 tablespoon of crushed peanuts (optional)
- ½ banana, sliced (optional topping)
Preparation Steps
- In a small bowl, mix PB2 powder with water until it becomes a creamy peanut butter-like substance.
- Add the mixed PB2 and cottage cheese to a bigger bowl. Mix well until everything is mixed together.
- Add a little bit of cinnamon, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract. Stir until everything is well mixed.
- Add sliced bananas, crushed peanuts, and dark chocolate chips to the top for more flavor.You can eat it right away or put it in the fridge for 10 to 15 minutes to make it thicker and colder.
Tips & Variations
- Mix it! Blend the cottage cheese until it is smooth and creamy if you want a pudding-like texture.
- Change the sweetness. If you want it to be sweeter, add more honey or a little stevia.
- Add some extra texture with crunchy PB2!
- Chill before serving for a thicker, creamier texture that tastes even better.
- For more crunch, add granola or coconut flakes on top.
Storage and Serving
- You can keep it in the fridge for up to two days in a container that doesn’t let air in.
- Add toppings right before serving to make them taste even better.
Conclusion
This Cottage Cheese & PB2 Dessert Bowl is the best healthy, protein-rich dessert that you can make in just a few minutes! It tastes nutty, creamy, and just the right amount of sweet.
Give it a try and tell me what you think! 🍯🥜