This Homemade Chocolate Protein Pudding  is velvety, creamy, and chocolatey! Skip the processed sugar free boxed pudding and make this Homemade Chocolate Protein Pudding  instead! 

Makes 5 servings

This homemade protein pudding recipe is packed with protein and is thickened using creamy low fat or fat free cottage cheese. This is a healthier alternative to the packaged store bought pudding and is made with just a few simple ingredients. A healthy chocolate dessert or snack! 

Did you know 1/2 cup of regular pudding is typically 8 WW points per 1/2 cup? This homemade protein chocolate pudding contains 12 grams of protein and only 0-2 WW points per 1/2 cup! 

What is the ingredient that makes this homemade pudding recipe creamy and packed with protein?

This homemade pudding recipe cottage cheese is made with cottage cheese which is packed with protein and creates that creamy texture!

Did you know? One cup of 4% cottage cheese contains 220 calories, 10 grams of fat, 8 grams of carbohydrates and 28 grams of protein! One cup of 2% cottage cheese contains 180 calories, 5 grams of fat, 10 grams of carbohydrates and 26 grams of protein!

What is the difference between Mousse and Pudding?

Pudding is usually made by cooking the milk or cream and sugar and then adding some kind of thickener to the mixture. In this recipe I use milk, no sugar added chocolate, and non fat plain Greek yogurt. 

While, mousse is made using eggs and folding in egg whites or whipped cream to a cold milk and sugar base. Mousse is not cooked like pudding is, but instead whipped and the mixture is fluffy and lighter in texture.

What ingredients do I need to make this Homemade Chocolate Protein Pudding?

• Cottage Cheese– you can use fat free, 1%, 2% or 4%. If you use nonfat cottage cheese, this recipe will be zero points. You could also use non fat plain Greek yogurt, if desired.
• Powdered sweetener- I like to use Lakanto powdered monk fruit to sweeten the pudding without adding calories–be sure to use powdered sweetener so the pudding doesn’t get a grainy texture. You could use honey or pure maple syrup, if desired. Keep in mind the point values will vary depending on the sweetener you use. I like to Lakanto monk fruit powdered sweetener. You can find this online HERE.
• Vanilla extract– gives the pudding a delicious flavor and sweetness.
• Unsweetened cocoa powder- I like to use Hershey’s cocoa powder.

What kind of powdered sweetener do you recommend?

I like to use Lakanto monk fruit powdered sweetener. It has a 1:1 ratio to regular powder sugar. If you do use a different brand be sure to use the conversion for regular sugar that is listed on back of the package.

Where can I purchase Lakanto powdered sweetener?

You can purchase the Lakanto sweeteners online using the link below.

How do I make this Homemade Chocolate Protein Pudding?

In a blender or food processor, blend the cottage cheese until smooth, about 1 minute. Stop and scrape the sides of the blender or bowl, if necessary.

Then add sweetener, vanilla, and unsweetened cocoa powder.

Blend until smooth.

Divide into individual glasses or meal prep containers with lids. 

Cover the pudding to prevent a skin from forming on top of the pudding.

Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the pudding to set. 

Garnish with fresh raspberries or strawberries just before serving.

Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Ingredients:

• 1 ( 16 oz.) container cottage cheese- you can use fat free, 1%, 2% or 4%. If you use fat free cottage cheese, this recipe will be zero points.
• 1/3 cup powdered sweetener, honey, or pure maple syrup- I like to use Lakanto monk fruit powdered sweetener
• 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
• 2 1/2 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder- I like to use Hershey’s cocoa powder

Directions:

1. In a blender or food processor, blend the cottage cheese until smooth, about 1 minute. Stop and scrape the sides of the blender or bowl, if necessary.
2. Then add sweetener, vanilla, and unsweetened cocoa powder. Blend until smooth.
3. Divide into individual glasses or meal prep containers with lids. Cover with plastic wrap or a lid to prevent a skin from forming on top of the pudding.
4. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the pudding to chill and set.
5. Garnish with fresh raspberries or strawberries just before serving.

Makes 5 (1/2 cup) servings 

• 0 WW Points® per serving if using fat free cottage cheese
• 1 WW Point® per serving if using 1% cottage cheese
• 2 WW Points® per serving if using 2% or 4% cottage cheese

How do I track this recipe in my WW app? 

Click the link below to go to the recipe builder. You’ll first need to sign into your WW account and then the recipe builder will upload. The recipe builder is the most accurate way to create, obtain, and track the Points®

The recipe builder link only works for WW members located in the United States. If you are located outside of the United States, you’ll need to access the WW app manually to create the recipe in the recipe builder.