With ~25g of protein for only ~266 calories this is a must make dessert. If you want something sweet, creamy, and actually macro-friendly, this high-protein banana cream dessert checks every box. It’s simple, no-bake, and made with normal grocery store ingredients.

This is one of those recipes that fits almost any nutrition phase. Whether you're cutting body fat, maintaining weight, or increasing protein intake for recovery, this dessert works without feeling restrictive.

If you want an even higher protein version stick around to the end.

The Viral Japanese Cheesecake Moment

The Japanese cheesecake has been everywhere lately — social media, food blogs, home kitchens, you name it. That light, fluffy, almost soufflé-like texture has taken over feeds because it feels indulgent without being heavy. It’s creamy, soft, and dessert-level satisfying, but not dense or overly rich.

This recipe leans into that viral trend and gives it a performance-friendly twist — keeping the cheesecake vibe people love, while rebuilding it with protein-forward ingredients that actually support training and recovery.

Why Banana Cream cheesecake?

The banana cream flavor wasn’t random. The inspiration came straight from the Banana Cream Cheesecake at The Cheesecake Factory — Marcin’s GF favorite dessert.

For context, a single slice of that cheesecake comes in at roughly 1,200–1,300 calories with only about 14g of protein. Delicious? Absolutely. Practical for everyday nutrition? Not so much.

We wanted to recreate that same banana cream cheesecake experience — the flavor, the nostalgia, the comfort — but flip it into something you can enjoy regularly without feeling weighed down.

Same dessert energy, wildly different macros.

Higher-Protein Upgrade (Optional)

Want to push protein even higher without changing the vibe?

Try one of these:

Add ½–1 scoop vanilla or banana protein powder to the blender
Swap 2% cottage cheese for fat-free
Add ¼ cup ultra-filtered milk for smoother texture + extra protein

Estimated Upgrade Macros (Per Serving):

+5–10 g protein
+30–60 calories

Same dessert. Bigger recovery payoff.

Texture Notes (Read This)

Overnight refrigeration is non-negotiable — this is what creates the cheesecake-like texture
If it looks thin right after blending, that’s normal
By morning, it sets into a thick, spoonable dessert

Trust the process.

Best Time to Eat This

This dessert works well:

Post-workout when muscles need protein and carbs
Evening to kill sweet cravings without derailing intake
Between meals when appetite is high

It’s flexible — just like your training nutrition should be.

Storage & Prep

Keeps 3–4 days refrigerated
Store portions separately for grab-and-go convenience
Texture improves after the first night

Make once. Eat all week.

Our Final Macros (Per Serving)

This recipe makes 4 servings

Calories: ~266 kcal
Protein: ~24.5 g
Carbohydrates: ~25 g
Fat: ~7 g

A high-protein dessert or snack that supports recovery without wrecking your daily nutrition targets.

instructions:

Add 640 g cottage cheese to a blender.
Add 213 g of yogurt
Add sugar
Mix in the entire box of sugar-free banana cream pudding mix (4 servings per container).
Add salt to taste.
Blend till smooth.
Divide into 4 equal servings
Crush or add whole 28 vanilla cookies in each container. (7 per each).
Refrigerate overnight! This is important.

No baking. No stovetop. No complicated prep.

Why This Works for Training & Nutrition

High-Protein Base
Cottage cheese and yogurt provide sustained protein release to support muscle repair and reduce hunger.
Low Added Sugar
Keeps calories controlled while still delivering dessert flavor.
Texture + Satisfaction
Cookies provide just enough crunch and sweetness to make this feel like a real treat instead of “diet food.”
High Volume Food
Large serving size helps improve fullness and appetite control during fat-loss phases.

This is one of those rare recipes that tastes indulgent but still fits cleanly into fat-loss, recomposition, or high-protein maintenance plans.

Coach’s Tip and Add Ins

Portion this recipe immediately after making it. Having ready-to-grab servings helps prevent random snacking and keeps protein intake consistent throughout the week.

This works great as:

Post-workout recovery dessert
Evening sweet craving replacement
High-protein snack between meals

Make it once and you’ve got four performance-friendly desserts ready to go.

Ingredients

This is exactly what goes into the batch:

640 g Costco Darigold 2% Low-Fat Cottage Cheese
Provides a thick, creamy base packed with slow-digesting casein protein to support muscle recovery and satiety.
213 g Chobani Zero Sugar Banana Cream Yogurt
Adds banana flavor, smooth texture, and additional protein with minimal added sugar.
1 full box Jell-O Zero Sugar Banana Cream Pudding Mix
Thickens the mixture while boosting flavor without increasing calories.
28 Vanilla Cookies (7 per serving)
Adds sweetness, crunch, and dessert-style texture
4 tsps. Erythritol & Monk Fruit Alternative Sweetener
0 Calorie sweetener that gives it just enough sweetness to get you the true dessert feel.

High Protein, Low Calorie, Japanese Banana Cream Cheesecake Recipe