Chocolate Protein Pudding
This rich and creamy Chocolate Protein Pudding blends luscious cocoa flavor with muscle-boosting protein for a nutritious, indulgent dessert or snack. Ready in minutes with clean, natural ingredients, it offers a perfect balance of decadence and health, making it ideal for post-workout fueling or anytime you crave a healthy treat.
- Author: Emily
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Dry Ingredients
- 1 scoop chocolate or vanilla protein powder
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or plant-based yogurt
- 1/2 cup milk of choice (almond, oat, or cow’s milk)
- 1–2 tablespoons natural sweetener (honey, maple syrup, or stevia)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the protein powder, unsweetened cocoa powder, and chia seeds (if using) to evenly distribute the chocolate and protein throughout the pudding.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in your chosen milk, Greek or plant-based yogurt, natural sweetener, and vanilla extract. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps, creating a thick and creamy pudding base.
- Chill and Set: Transfer the pudding into serving dishes, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow it to firm up and for chia seeds to swell, enhancing the texture.
- Optional Toppings and Serve: Before serving, gently stir the pudding and add your favorite toppings such as nuts, berries, or a drizzle of nut butter for extra flavor and crunch.
Notes
- Use a clean, high-quality protein powder for better flavor and consistency.
- Adjust sweetness gradually to suit your taste without overpowering the chocolate.
- Full-fat yogurt adds extra creaminess and richness compared to low-fat versions.
- Do not skip chilling; it is essential for developing the pudding’s texture and flavor.
- For texture variation, add chopped nuts, coconut flakes, or seeds as toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 recipe
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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