Description
This Healthy Protein Pudding is a quick, easy, and delicious recipe perfect for a nutritious snack or dessert. Combining creamy Greek yogurt with protein powder and cocoa, sweetened naturally with maple syrup, it provides a satisfying treat rich in protein and flavor. Ready in just 40 minutes including chilling time, it’s ideal for those seeking a healthy indulgence with customizable consistency and sweetness.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup (250g) Greek yogurt, low fat or full fat
- ½ cup (40g) protein powder, chocolate or vanilla flavored
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
Sweetener
- 1-2 tablespoons maple syrup, to taste
Liquids
- Milk of choice, as needed for consistency (approx. 1-3 tablespoons)
Instructions
- Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, combine Greek yogurt, protein powder, and cocoa powder. Stir gently to loosen the yogurt and begin incorporating the powders evenly.
- Add Sweetener: Add 1 tablespoon of maple syrup to the mixture. Gently fold it in until it’s partially combined. Add more maple syrup later if you want a sweeter pudding.
- Mix Thoroughly: Using a spoon or spatula, mix the ingredients until the powders are mostly incorporated into the yogurt. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl to ensure even mixing. The texture will be thick at this stage.
- Adjust Consistency: Add milk of your choice one tablespoon at a time, stirring well after each addition, until the pudding reaches your preferred consistency. You can keep it thick and creamy or make it slightly thinner, depending on your taste.
- Final Taste and Chill: Taste the pudding and adjust sweetness if needed by adding more maple syrup. Stir well. For best flavor and texture, cover and chill the pudding in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use low-fat or full-fat Greek yogurt depending on your calorie preference.
- Choose chocolate or vanilla flavored protein powder to suit your taste.
- Adjust maple syrup quantity for desired sweetness or substitute with honey or a sugar-free sweetener if preferred.
- Milk choice can be dairy or plant-based like almond, oat, or soy milk.
- Chilling enhances the pudding’s flavor and thickens the texture.
- Can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
