Description
Rich chocolate pudding delights dessert enthusiasts with its silky smooth texture and intense cocoa flavor. Creamy, indulgent spoonfuls promise pure comfort, inviting you to savor each luxurious bite of this classic sweet treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Chocolate Base:
- 1/2 cup chocolate protein powder
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips or shavings
Dairy and Liquid Components:
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of choice)
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (plain and unsweetened)
Flavor and Sweeteners:
- 2–3 tablespoons sweetener of choice (such as honey, agave, or a sugar substitute)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch of salt
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients: unsweetened almond milk, Greek yogurt, chocolate protein powder, cocoa powder, sweetener, vanilla extract, and salt in a medium mixing bowl.
- Whisk ingredients vigorously for 2-3 minutes until the mixture transforms into a completely smooth, lump-free consistency with a rich, creamy texture.
- Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness by incorporating additional sweetener if desired, ensuring thorough integration.
- Carefully distribute the pudding into individual serving containers, creating an even allocation across each dish.
- Seal containers with plastic wrap or tight-fitting lids, then refrigerate for a minimum of 30 minutes at 40°F to allow the pudding to set and develop a firmer consistency.
- Remove pudding from refrigerator and enhance visual appeal by sprinkling dark chocolate chips or delicate chocolate shavings across the surface just before serving.
- Present the chilled pudding immediately, savoring the decadent yet nutritious chocolate dessert that offers a protein-packed indulgence.
Notes
- Swap dairy ingredients with plant-based alternatives like coconut yogurt or almond milk yogurt to create a vegan-friendly version of this delicious pudding.
- Use sugar-free sweeteners such as stevia or monk fruit to reduce overall sugar content and make the dessert more diabetic-friendly.
- Experiment with different protein powder flavors like vanilla or cookies and cream to create unique taste variations without changing the basic recipe structure.
- Add a tablespoon of chia seeds or ground flaxseed for extra fiber and omega-3 nutrients, enhancing the pudding’s nutritional profile while maintaining its creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg