Cottage Cheese Coconut Pudding

Vegan no-bake tropical Cottage Cheese Coconut Pudding is velvety, fruity & light. It is a quick, refrigerated dessert that does not require an oven. In a single bite, you end up with creamy texture, natural sweetness, & even tropical flavors. It is a non-dairy dessert, prepared with non-dairy cottage cheese, creamy coconut milk & juicy tropics. This healthy vegan no-bake tropical Cottage Cheese Coconut Pudding is also healthy. It contains nutrients, fiber, and plant-based protein. Every bite has a taste of creamy coconut & sweet mango & pineapple. You may refrigerate it earlier, & serve it at any time. It will even be fun for the kids.

STATS

• Method: No-Bake
• Total Time: 15 minutes (plus chilling)
• Yield: 4 servings
• Cuisine: Tropical-Inspired
• Course: Dessert/Snack
• Serving Size: ½ cup
• Diet: Vegan, Dairy-Free
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Difficulty: Super Easy

EQUIPMENT

• Blender/food processor
• Mixing bowl
• Measuring cups & spoons
• Rubber spatula
• Serving jars, bowls/cups
• Refrigerator

INGREDIENTS

• One and a half cups of homemade / store-bought vegan cottage cheese
• One cup of high-fat canned coconut milk
• An additional tablespoon of agave / maple syrup
• A single teaspoon of pure vanilla essence
• One tablespoon of optional chia seeds for thickness
• Half a cup of freshly chopped mango
• ½ cup of chopped fresh pineapple
• Two teaspoons of unsweetened coconut shreds
• One tablespoon of lime juice
• One pinch of sea salt
• Coconut flakes & additional fruit for garnish

INGREDIENT NOTES:

Vegetable cottage-cheese:

• Select cottage cheese made of almonds or soy. It must be delicate and mild tasting. You can also make it at home with tofu and lemon juice.

Coconut milk:

• With Full of fat coconut milk should be used in cans. It adds creamy profile and rich tropical flavor to the pudding.

Tropical fruits:

• Mango and pineapple are sweet and juicy fresh. If fresh fruits aren’t available, you can substitute frozen fruits that have frozen.

Maple or agave syrup:

• The blending of these natural sweeteners enables the pudding to have a smooth sweetness.

Chia seeds:

• They offer more fiber and omega-3 and help thicken the pudding. Not compulsory but useful.

Lime juice:

• Makes it light and adds tropical flavoring.

Vanilla:

• Only a touch adds a taste of dessert and warminess to the mixture.

Sea salt:

• Not more than a pinch. It intensifies the sweet and creamy flavor.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Put the vegan cottage cheese, coconut milk, sea salt, lime juice, vanilla, and maple syrup in a blender.
2. Blend till extremely smooth and silky. It should take between 30 and 60 seconds.
3. Transfer the blend into a large basin.
4. If using, stir in the chia seeds.
5. Add the pineapple & mango, chopped. Gently stir to mix.
6. Add the coconut shreds & stir.
7. Sample the concoction. If necessary, adjust the lime or sweetness.
8. Transfer the pudding into jars, bowls, preferably little serving cups.
9. For at least two hours, once it is completely chilled and somewhat thickened, cover and place in the fridge.
10. Top each pudding with coconut flakes and more fruit when ready to serve.
11. Savor this tropical, creamy delicacy while it’s cool!

TIPS:

• For the extra flavor you can add a tiny amount of ground ginger/cinnamon.
• To create it more smooth you can blend all the fruits into the pudding.
• If you want to make it crunch you add in it nuts/granola on the top then serve it.
• Never miss the chilling time, it helps the pudding set and get thickness.
• Use the clear glasses and jars to representation it in beautiful layers.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• Store it in the freezer in the sealed jar.it is best for the eaten for the next 4 days. It may be more thick over the more time due to the chia seeds.

FREEZER:

• The tropical cottage cheese coconut pudding not suggested for the freeze.it’s mixture may be change after thawing.

FAQS:

Is tofu a suitable replacement to vegan cottage cheese?

• Yes. Make the tofu mushy and put in 1 teaspoonful of lemon juice to resemble the tanginess of cottage cheese.

Is this sugar-free?

• Yes. Substitute source of sugar, such as maple syrup, with stevia or monk fruit drops.

What is its duration?

• Store it in a closed container in the fridge within 3-4 days.

May I prepare this at a party?

• Yes. Guests may be served in mini cups when you multiply the recipe.

Can I puree everything rather than stir it in?

• Yes. Putting the fruit inside a mixer makes it an additional smooth and colorful fruit.

NUTRITION (Per Serving)

Calories: 220
Protein: 7g
Fat: 13g
Carbs: 18g
Fiber: 3g
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 120mg
Calcium: 90mg
Potassium: 260mg
Iron: 1.5mg