Description
A super creamy, high-protein vanilla pudding made with Greek yogurt and protein powder, perfect as a nutritious snack or versatile treat. Ready in just 5 minutes, this pudding offers over 16 grams of protein per serving and can be customized with your favorite toppings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1½ cups vanilla Greek yogurt (e.g., Oikos Triple Zero, can substitute with higher protein plant-based yogurt)
- 2 tablespoons instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1-2 scoops vanilla protein powder (e.g., Optimum Nutrition Vanilla Ice Cream)
- 1/4 cup water or preferred milk (optional, to thin pudding consistency)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Recommended Toppings
- Frozen mixed berries (thawed in microwave)
- Whipped cream
- Chopped nuts
- Mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, add the vanilla Greek yogurt, protein powder, instant vanilla pudding mix, vanilla extract (if using), and water or milk (if desired) to adjust the pudding’s consistency.
- Mix Thoroughly: Stir or whisk all ingredients together until the pudding is completely smooth, thick, and free of lumps.
- Serve with Toppings: When ready to eat, top the pudding with your choice of whipped cream, thawed frozen berries (heat frozen berries for about 45 seconds in the microwave to release juices and enhance flavor), chopped nuts, or mini chocolate chips.
- Storage: Store the pudding in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. You can portion it into four small servings or two larger ones using small Pyrex dishes or any small airtight containers.
Notes
- Try different fun toppings like crushed graham crackers, Oreo cookie crumbs, Chessmen cookies, granola, toasted coconut flakes, sliced bananas, a sprinkle of cinnamon, or a drizzle of peanut butter.
- To increase protein content, add an extra scoop of protein powder or replace the water/milk with a vanilla protein shake.
- Adjust pudding consistency by adding more or less water or milk according to your preference.
- Nutritional info is estimated for 4 servings using 1 scoop of protein powder and no added chopped nuts.
- For larger servings (2 servings), calories and protein roughly double.
