Description
Indulge in a guilt-free treat with this protein pudding recipe. Creamy and satisfying, it’s a high-protein dessert or snack option perfect for a sweet craving without sacrificing nutrition.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Pudding:
- 2 cups unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 1 scoop (about 30g) chocolate or vanilla protein powder
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (if using chocolate flavor)
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Sweetener (optional):
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, whisk together the protein powder, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt until well combined.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Slowly add the almond milk while whisking to prevent lumps. Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, whisking constantly, until thickened, about 5-8 minutes.
- Finish: Remove from heat and stir in the maple syrup or honey (if using) and vanilla extract. Pour into bowls, cover, and refrigerate for 1-2 hours until set.
Notes
- Customize with your favorite protein powder flavor.
- Enhance creaminess by topping with Greek yogurt or nut butter.
- Store in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
