Description
This Chia & Cottage Cheese Pudding is more than just a creamy, satisfying breakfast or snack—it’s a smart choice for blood sugar balance. Packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats, it helps slow glucose absorption, curb cravings, and promote steady energy. Perfect for people managing diabetes, prediabetes, or insulin resistance.
Ingredients
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- 12.6 oz. (360g) full-fat cottage cheese
- 4 fl oz (120ml) whole milk
- 3 1/2 tbsp. (48g) chia seeds
- 2 tbsp. (42g) honey
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 2.5 oz. (74g) blueberries (fresh or frozen)
Instructions
- Combine cottage cheese, milk, chia seeds, honey, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt in a bowl.
- Mix well until fully combined. Let sit for 5–10 minutes so chia seeds begin to absorb liquid.
- Stir again, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight for thicker texture).
- Divide into two bowls or jars, and top with blueberries before serving.
Notes
Can I make this dairy-free?
Yes! Use plain unsweetened almond milk + coconut yogurt or plant-based cottage cheese alternatives.
Is this suitable for keto?
It’s moderate in carbs. For strict keto, reduce or omit the honey and use a keto-friendly sweetener.
How long can I store it?
Up to 4 days in the fridge. The texture may thicken over time—just stir before serving.
- Prep Time: 5
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Modern, Health-Focused
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 396
- Sugar: 28.8 g
- Sodium: 1841.7 mg
- Fat: 14.8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.9 g
- Carbohydrates: 41.3 g
- Fiber: 8.7 g
- Protein: 25.9 g
- Cholesterol: 31.5 mg
