Chocolate Protein Pudding Greek Yogurt Recipe
This chocolate protein pudding with Greek yogurt is creamy, high in protein, and tastes like dessert. You’ll just need 5 ingredients and 3 minutes — no cooking — and you can customize it based on your goals. Like post-workout, low-carb, frozen treat, or healthy breakfast.
Ingredients
Base Pudding:
- 1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt Fage or Chobani works best
- 1 scoop chocolate protein powder whey or plant-based
- 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 –2 tbsp milk of choice start with 1 tbsp
- 1 –2 tsp maple syrup or honey optional based on protein powder
- ½ tsp vanilla extract optional
- Pinch of sea salt
Optional Add-Ins (customize per needs):
- 1 tbsp nut butter peanut, almond, etc.
- 1 tsp chia or flax seeds
- ½ tsp espresso powder
- Pinch of cinnamon or cayenne
- 1 scoop collagen powder
Instructions
Step 1: Add Yogurt to a Bowl
- Start by adding 1 cup of full-fat Greek yogurt to a medium bowl.
Step 2: Add Protein & Cocoa Powder
- Mix in 1 scoop of chocolate protein powder and 1 tbsp cocoa powder. Don’t add milk yet.
Step 3: Add Milk Slowly
- Add 1 tbsp milk gradually while stirring. Add 1 more tbsp if needed for a smooth mousse-like consistency.
Step 4: Add Sweetener & Flavor Boosters
- Add maple syrup or honey if needed, a pinch of sea salt, and vanilla. You can swirl in nut butter or chia seeds now too.
Step 5: Chill or Serve
- You can eat it immediately or chill for 30 minutes to thicken. Optional: freeze into popsicle molds or jars for a frozen treat.
Notes
For thick mousse-like texture, mix slow and chill at least 30 minutes. If you want extra protein, you can add chia or collagen without changing the flavor.