This peanut butter protein pudding is made with Greek yogurt and peanut butter powder. It’s thick, creamy and packed with over 30 grams of protein!
If you’re a fan of creamy, delicious, and protein-packed snacks, this peanut butter protein pudding is about to become your new favorite treat. Combining the richness of Greek yogurt with the nutty goodness of peanut butter, this pudding is not only satisfying but also incredibly nutritious. It’s perfect for a quick breakfast, post-workout snack, or even a healthy dessert.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- High Protein – Packed with protein from Greek yogurt and powdered peanut butter, this pudding will keep you full and energized.
- Easy to Make – With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can whip up this pudding in minutes.
Ingredients Needed
- plain Greek yogurt – for this high protein pudding plain, full-fat is the way to go. Not only is it lower in sugar, full fat Greek yogurt won’t have that tangy, tart taste you get from low or no fat varieties. It also has a richer mouthfeel and a creamier body that’s perfect for making pudding. Vanilla Greek yogurt would also be delicious, but your pudding will have more sugar. My go-to yogurt brands are Fage 5% plain Greek yogurt and Siggi’s plain whole milk yogurt.
- milk – the liquid to help blend this creamy mixture together. Use more if needed to reach your desired consistency. Any milk will work and cow’s milk will likely give you the most protein, but I usually use unsweetened almond milk just because it’s what I have on hand and it’s lower in calories.
- powdered peanut butter – powdered peanut butter, like PB2 powder, is a super versatile way to get peanut butter flavor into your recipes with way less fat, calories and sugar than traditional peanut butter. Plus it’s protein-packed! If you don’t have powdered peanut butter on hand you can definitely use regular peanut butter instead. If you have a peanut allergy, feel free to use almond butter or any nut/seed butter instead.
- vanilla – a great flavor enhancer that adds a subtle sweetness to the pudding.
- maple syrup – I love using maple syrup as the natural sweetener in this pudding recipe. You could also use Stevia, as well for a sugar-free option.
- toppings – I used crushed peanuts, mini chocolate chips, and yogurt for an extra sweet touch to this pudding.
Substitutions
- Greek Yogurt: You can use regular plain yogurt for a similar creamy texture. For a dairy-free option, try coconut yogurt or almond milk yogurt.
- Powdered Peanut Butter: If you don’t have powdered peanut butter, regular peanut butter works well too. Just note that it will make the pudding thicker. Start with 2 tablespoons and adjust to taste.
- Milk: Any type of milk can be used, such as almond milk, soy milk, or oat milk for a dairy-free option. Each type of milk will slightly alter the flavor and creaminess of the pudding.
- Sweetener: Instead of maple syrup or stevia, you can use honey, agave nectar, or any other preferred sweetener.
How to Make Peanut Butter Protein Pudding
Step 1: Add all ingredients to a large mixing bowl.
Step 2: Use a whisk to combine all ingredients until smooth and no clumps remain.
Step 3: Add your pudding to a bowl for serving, or to a jar for storing.
Step 4: Top with peanuts and yogurt, or whatever else you like! (See ideas below).
Recipe Tip
Let the pudding chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. This enhances the flavors and thickens the consistency.
How to Serve
Personally, I like eating this pudding as is, especially since there are three varieties to choose from with flavorful toppings for extra deliciousness. But if you want to mix it up, you could try adding:
- Coconut whip – any of the flavors would be delicious with a dollop of coconut whip cream on top!
- Caramel sauce – I’m drooling just thinking about how delicious my date caramel sauce would be drizzled over this pudding, especially the vanilla flavor.
- Granola – this pudding is so creamy and smooth, but if you are craving a little crunch why not sprinkle a little granola on top for added texture and flavor. This hemp granola or chocolate granola would both be delicious on all three variations.
- Coconut flakes – add some crunch with coconut flakes. For even more flavor, use toasted coconut.
How to Store Leftovers
If you have any leftovers, place the pudding in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
With this said, this protein pudding is great for meal prep. Feel free to make a few batches (leaving out the toppings) on Sunday for the week ahead. I like prepping them in wide-mouth 16 oz mason jars. When you’re ready to eat, add your favorite toppings and enjoy!
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