Easy protein pudding recipe! (2024)

Protein pudding is my absolute favorite go-to when I need a sweet fix in a hurry. Made with just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up a single serving in just a few minutes.

Protein Pudding Puts a Protein Shake to Shame

If you're someone who regularly supplements your diet with protein, you're probably familiar with how boring and repetitive a protein shake can be. It's not particularly tasty and because you're drinking your supplement instead of eating it, it doesn't leave you very satisfied.

Protein pudding however, is an entirely different story.

So instead of ingesting protein powder straight up with water or almond milk (as I usually do), try this simple trick and fall in love with your protein treats.

How to make Protein Pudding

It's so simple. Just toss the following ingredients into a food processor (or blender) and you'll be enjoying your creamy protein pudding in no time:

• Your favorite brand + flavor of protein powder (I love chocolate)
• 1/2 banana
• 2 Tablespoons of coconut cream
• pinch of salt
• 1 sachet of stevia (optional, depending on how sweet your protein powder is)

Why Coconut Cream?

Unlike coconut milk, coconut cream has a thicker consistency. I like using it because it's healthy, it has a pudding-like texture and it doesn't have an overwhelming flavor. I've tried this recipe with greek yogurt instead of coconut cream, but the bitterness of the yogurt overpowers the flavor.

Pro Tip - if you're here in the US, Trader Joe’s Coconut Cream (in the brown and white can) is the best. If you don't have a TJ's nearby, most grocery stores will carry coconut cream in the asian food section. Buy a couple of cans of this stuff to keep in your pantry. It's also ideal for thickening soups and curries.

You. Will. Love. It.

Which Protein Should You Use?

I recommend a whey protein for this recipe as it will give it a creamier texture. If you're dairy-free, you can use a plant-based protein, but you want to be careful to pick one that doesn't have a grainy texture. I think this brand does a good plant-based protein. My favorite chocolate whey is this brand (they have plant-based, too). It also makes the perfect protein pancake!

This Protein Pudding is 21 Day Fix Approved

Are you following the 21 Day Fix (AKA, Ultimate Portion Fix) meal plan? If so, one serving of protein pudding (without any of the additional items mentioned above) is:

• 1 blue (healthy fat)
• 1/2 purple (fruit),
• 1 red (protein).

Curious what theUltimate Portion Fix(a.k.a. the 21 Day Fix Meal Plan) is?Click hereto learn more.

Want more Protein Treats? I have So Many...

• The best protein pancake recipe (different than the one above)
• Protein Mug Cake
• Protein Crepes
• Protein Pumpkin Muffins
• Protein Banana Bread

Easy Protein Pudding - Chocolate or Vanilla

Yield: 1 serving

Prep Time: 2 minutes

Total Time: 2 minutes

A quick and simple way to enjoy a protein treat that's clean, healthy and incredibly satisfying.

Ingredients

• 1 scoop protein powder - I recommend chocolate whey
• 1/2 banana
• 2 Tbsp Trader Joe's Coconut Cream
• 1 sachet of stevia, optional
• 1 pinch of salt

Instructions

1. blend ingredients in a food processor and enjoy!

See Also

16 Sweet & Savory Fondue Recipes For Every Mood

Notes

Feel free to play with your flavors!

• If you're using chocolate protein, try adding a tablespoon of nut butter or PB2
• Creating a vanilla pudding? Add a 1/2 tsp of vanilla extract to enhance the flavors
• I love Walden Farms Maple Syrup on either chocolate or vanilla pudding.
• Toss in some chocolate chips or shredded coconut for an additional texture.

Nutrition Information

Serving Size 1 cup
Amount Per ServingCalories 262Total Fat 12gCarbohydrates 21gNet Carbohydrates 16gFiber 5gSugar 9gProtein 22g

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