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Chocolate Protein Pudding

A delicious and nutritious chocolate pudding made primarily from Greek yogurt and protein powder, perfect for satisfying sweet cravings without compromising health.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 5 cups Greek yogurt (preferably full-fat; plain or vanilla) Can substitute with a dairy-free alternative if needed.
  • 4 scoops chocolate protein powder This should be about 2 to 3 tablespoons per scoop.
  • 3-4 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup Adjust sweetness to taste.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, chocolate protein powder, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and maple syrup.
  2. Whisk the mixture until it’s smooth and creamy; make sure there are no lumps.
  3. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for an hour to allow the pudding to thicken.
  4. When ready to serve, scoop the pudding into bowls and top with whipped cream, shaved chocolate, and fresh berries if desired.

Notes

This pudding is perfect on its own, but can be topped with whipped cream, chocolate syrup, or nuts. For a twist, consider mixing in chia seeds or making it a parfait with granola and fruit.