This nectarine cottage cheese pudding is refreshing, delicious and incredibly quick to make, with just 3 ingredients. This recipe is naturally sweetened, high in protein and comes together in minutes.
If you loved our mango cottage cheese pudding, you’ll enjoy this version with juicy, sweet nectarines! For more naturally sweetened recipes, check out our pineapple chia seed pudding and strawberry cottage cheese pudding.
This nectarine cottage cheese pudding is part of our collection of quick and easy cottage cheese dessert recipes.
To make this nectarine dessert, you only need three ingredients and a blender!... It is that easy.
Perfect if you are looking for a quick dessert or snack, or post-workout treat. This creamy pudding is nourishing, tasty and enjoyable!
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Why You’ll Love This Nectarine Cottage Cheese Pudding
- Only 3 ingredients
- Naturally sweetened: made with nectarines and maple syrup—no refined sugar.
- Source of protein and other nutrients: Cottage cheese makes this dessert filling and satisfying. Cottage cheese is high in protein and other essential nutrients including calcium.
- Quick and easy: ready in minutes!
- Refreshing and creamy
Ingredients You'll Need
- Nectarines: ripe, sweet nectarines work best for natural flavor.
- Cottage cheese: use fresh, soft cottage cheese for creaminess.
- Maple syrup: for natural sweetness (adjust based on sweetness preference). Use refined sugar-free organic Grade A maple syrup.
- Optional toppings: fresh nectarine slices, berries, flaked almonds, chia seeds, granola.
See recipe card for a full list of ingredients and quantities.
Variations & Substitutions
- Texture: blend fully for a silky-smooth for a mousse-like pudding. Add ½ cup diced berries, nectarines or flaked almonds for a chunkier texture. For crunch, fold in 3 tablespoons of granola.
- Sweetness: adjust maple syrup or skip entirely for a lighter version.
- Nectarine flavor: this pudding has a subtle nectarine flavor, for a more pronounced flavor, stir in another diced nectarine.
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How to Make Nectarine Cottage Cheese Pudding
Step one: Add ingredients in blender. In a blender, add cottage cheese, chopped nectarine and maple syrup into a blender.
Step two: Blend until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed. Serve in small bowls or glasses, topped with fresh nectarine chunks, strawberries, or other toppings. Optional: Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes for a thicker pudding.
Expert tips
- Use ripe nectarines: look for slightly soft and ripe nectarines, this will bring out the natural sweetness of the fruit.
- Low-sodium cottage cheese: some brands of cottage cheese can be high in sodium. Opt for a low-sodium variety if required.
How to Serve
- Serve in glasses or bowls and enjoy with fresh fruit, including fresh strawberries and chopped nectarine.
- This nectarine cottage cheese pudding can also be enjoyed with our air fryer homemade granola.
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Recipe FAQs
Yes! Store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Stir before serving.
Yes this recipe is a source of protein and other nutrients (see above) and has no refined sugar.
Use any blender or food processor including a small handheld blender or smoothie maker. A smaller blender is easier to use for a smaller quantity of ingredients.
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Nectarine Cottage Cheese Pudding
Ingredients
- 200 g cottage cheese
- 2 nectarines chopped (core removed)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup optional
Optional toppings
- 1 tablespoon granola
- ½ cup fresh fruit (nectarines, berries)
Instructions
- Add cottage cheese, chopped nectarine and maple syrup into a blender.
- Blend until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
- Serve in small bowls or glasses, topped with fresh nectarine slices, strawberries or granola. Optional: Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes for a thicker pudding.
Notes
- Choose ripe nectarines: slightly soft nectarines bring out the natural sweetness and flavor.
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