Description
This Protein Pudding is a quick, high-protein, low-effort snack or dessert made with Greek yogurt and protein powder. It’s creamy, customizable, and perfect for a healthy treat any time of day. Enjoy it plain or topped with berries, nut butter, or dark chocolate chips for added flavor and nutrition.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (or cottage cheese)
- 1 scoop chocolate or vanilla protein powder
- 1–2 tbsp milk (any type, to adjust consistency)
- 1 tsp cocoa powder (optional for chocolate flavor)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- Sweetener to taste (honey, maple syrup, or zero-calorie sweetener)
Toppings (optional)
- Berries
- Nut butter
- Dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Combine Base Ingredients: In a medium bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt and protein powder until well combined.
- Adjust Consistency: Add milk one tablespoon at a time while stirring, until the pudding reaches your desired thickness.
- Add Flavorings: Stir in cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and sweetener if using. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Taste and Adjust: Sample the pudding and adjust sweetness or thickness to preference by adding more sweetener or milk as needed.
- Chill or Serve: Spoon the pudding into a serving dish or jar. Chill for 15 to 30 minutes for a nicer texture or enjoy immediately.
- Add Toppings: Garnish with optional toppings such as berries, a drizzle of nut butter, or dark chocolate chips to enhance flavor and texture.
Notes
- For a smoother texture, blend the pudding using a food processor or immersion blender.
- Cottage cheese can be used instead of yogurt—blend until silky smooth.
- This pudding is perfect for make-ahead snacks or desserts and travels well for on-the-go meals.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
