Description
This Super High Protein Chocolate Pudding is a game-changing dessert that’s sweet, satisfying, and nourishing. It’s ridiculously easy to make, offers rich chocolate flavor without refined sugars, and keeps you full and satisfied. Perfect for meal prep, a post-workout treat, or a guilt-free late-night snack, it's a family favorite that proves healthy food can be delicious.
Ingredients
1/2 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 cup Cornstarch or arrowroot powder
1/2 cup Granulated sweetener (monk fruit, erythritol, or sugar)
Pinch Salt
3 cups Milk (dairy or non-dairy)
2 scoops (approx. 40-50g) Chocolate protein powder (whey or plant-based)
1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
1/4 cup Dark chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together the cocoa powder, cornstarch, sweetener, and salt. Make sure no lumps remai
- Gradually whisk in 1 cup of milk until smooth. Then, pour in the remaining 2 cups of milk
- Place the saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a gentle boil. This typically takes 5-7 minutes
- Remove the saucepan from the heat. Immediately stir in the protein powder and vanilla extract until completely smooth. If using chocolate chips, stir them in now until melted
- Pour the Super High Protein Chocolate Pudding into individual serving dishes or a large bowl
- Cover the surface directly with plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming
- Chill your Super High Protein Chocolate Pudding for at least 2 hours, or until thoroughly set
Notes
Always whisk your dry ingredients together thoroughly before adding liquid; this prevents lumps.
When cooking, keep stirring constantly to ensure even thickening and prevent scorching.
Remove the pudding from heat *before* adding the protein powder to maintain its integrity and smooth texture.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
For an extra creamy Super High Protein Chocolate Pudding, stir in a tablespoon of cream cheese or Greek yogurt at the end.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 7 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 275 kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Super High Protein Chocolate Pudding, Chocolate Pudding, High Protein Dessert, Healthy Dessert, Guilt-Free Snack, Meal Prep Dessert, Kid-Friendly, Dairy-Free option, Vegan option, Gluten-Free