Protein Pudding Recipe
Looking for a delicious and nutritious way to start your athlete’s day? This protein pudding recipe is the perfect solution. Made with Greek yogurt and your favorite protein powder, it’s not only packed with muscle-building goodness but also incredibly versatile. Customize it with fresh fruits, flavorful extracts, or a sprinkle of chocolate to create a treat that’s ideal for breakfast, a snack, or even a satisfying dessert.
How to Make Protein Pudding
Protein Pudding is incredibly easy to make. Just mix together 1/2 cup of Greek Yogurt with 1 scoop of protein powder, any flavor. Mix well to ensure no protein powder lumps remain. Eat immediately or refrigerate at least 30 minutes for best taste. That’s it! It’s a simple, filling and full of nearly 40 grams of protein.
Protein Pudding Tips
- While you can eat the pudding immediately, refrigerating for at least 30 minutes helps the pudding to firm up, creating that pudding-like texture. This recipe is ideal for make ahead meal prep.
- Don’t use regular yogurt for this recipe. Only Greek yogurt will give you a pudding-like consistency.
- You can use non fat, low fat, or whole milk Greek Yogurt, plain or flavored/sweetened.
- Customize your protein pudding by adding extracts, fresh or dried fruit, nuts, or chocolate chips.
Basic Protein ‘Pudding’
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt (plain or vanilla)
- 1 scoop protein powder (We recommend Optimum Nutrition), any flavor
- Optional additions:
- Extracts (caramel, banana, vanilla, etc.)
- Fruit
- Nuts
- Chocolate Chips
Instructions
- Mix together yogurt and protein powder.
- Add optional additions like fruit, nuts, or chocolate chips.
- Eat immediately or refrigerate at least 30 minutes for best flavor.
- Store in covered serving containers.
Nutrition Facts
Basic Protein ‘Pudding’
Serves: 1
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Amount Per Serving: 6 oz
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|---|---|---|
| Calories | 200 | |
| % Daily Value* | ||
| Total Fat | 0 | |
| Saturated Fat | 0 | |
| Trans Fat | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 | |
| Sodium | 0 | |
| Total Carbohydrate 9 | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber 1 | 4% | |
| Sugars | ||
| Protein 39 | ||
| Vitamin A | Vitamin C | |
| Calcium | Iron | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Beyond Basic Protein Pudding
Try the following recipes for Protein Pudding that’s anything but basic.
Vanilla Pudding Dip
Use vanilla Greek Yogurt and Vanilla Protein Powder. Refrigerate 30 minutes. Serve with strawberries and other fresh fruit for dipping.
Banana Protein Pudding Parfait
Use vanilla Greek Yogurt and Vanilla Protein Powder. Add 1/4 tsp Banana Extract to pudding. Layer pudding with sliced bananas and refrigerate 30 minutes.
Peanut Butter Chocolate Pudding
Use vanilla Greek Yogurt and Chocolate Protein Powder. Add 2 Tbsp. PB2 (Peanut Butter Powder) and 1 Tbsp. Chocolate Chips. Refrigerate 30 minutes.
Rocky Road Protein Pudding
Use vanilla Greek Yogurt and Chocolate Protein Powder. Add 1 tbsp crushed almonds and 1 tbsp chocolate chips. Top with 1 tbsp mini marshmallows.
Conclusion
In summary, this protein pudding is a delicious and nutritious option to energize your athlete. With its creamy Greek yogurt base and customizable ingredients, you can easily tailor it to their taste. Whether enjoyed as a breakfast, snack, or dessert, this recipe offers a tasty way to support their active lifestyle.
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