High-Protein Banana Cream Whip (No Bake • Creamy • Dessert-Like)
This recipe turns simple bananas into a thick, creamy, spoonable dessert that looks indulgent but is packed with protein. It’s smooth like banana pudding, light like mousse, and naturally sweet — perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a post-workout treat.
No baking. No flour. No refined sugar.
Servings & Timing
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Servings: 3–4 glasses
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
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Chill Time (optional): 30–60 minutes
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Total Time: ~10–60 minutes
Ingredients
Base
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2 medium ripe bananas (the riper, the sweeter)
Protein Cream
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1 cup Greek yogurt (non-fat or low-fat, plain or vanilla)
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½ cup cottage cheese (blended smooth)
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1 scoop vanilla protein powder
(whey isolate or plant-based both work)
Optional Sweetness
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1–2 tbsp honey, sugar-free maple syrup, or monk fruit
Flavor Enhancers
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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Pinch of salt (balances sweetness)
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Optional: pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Bananas
Peel bananas and slice into rounds (like the image).
This helps them blend smoothly and evenly.
This helps them blend smoothly and evenly.
Step 2: Blend the Cottage Cheese
Add cottage cheese to a blender or food processor.
Blend until completely smooth — no lumps.
Blend until completely smooth — no lumps.
This step is key for a silky, pudding-like texture.Step 3: Blend Everything Together
Add to the blender:
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Banana slices
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Greek yogurt
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Protein powder
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Sweetener (if using)
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Vanilla extract
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Pinch of salt
Blend for 30–60 seconds, scraping sides as needed.
You should get a thick, glossy, whipped cream-style mixture.
Step 4: Adjust Texture
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Too thick? Add 1–2 tbsp milk or almond milk
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Too thin? Add a little more yogurt or protein powder
Step 5: Serve or Chill
Spoon or pipe into glasses like the photo.
Serve immediately or chill 30–60 minutes for a firmer, mousse-like texture.
Serve immediately or chill 30–60 minutes for a firmer, mousse-like texture.
