Protein Pudding

This protein pudding is a thick and creamy dessert recipe that takes seconds to prepare and needs just 2 ingredients! 28 grams of protein per serving.

Keen on more high protein desserts? Try protein brownies, protein cookies, and a protein mug cake.

There’s something satisfying about digging into a dessert packed with protein and feeling good about eating it. I have a few favorites, but my quick dessert fix is creamy protein pudding!

It’s so much easier to make than the packaged kind, and the ingredient list is so much better! 

Table of Contents

1. Why I love this recipe
2. Ingredients needed
3. How to make protein pudding
4. Recipe tips and variations
5. Storage instructions
6. More high protein recipes to try
7. Protein Pudding (Recipe Card)

Why I love this recipe

• It needs just two main ingredients. Each protein pudding starts from a base that calls for protein powder and Greek yogurt.
• So much protein! Each serving packs in 28 grams of protein.
• It has the perfect texture. Like cottage cheese pudding, the texture is thick, smooth, and incredibly creamy.
• You can customize it. We love vanilla, chocolate, and peanut butter, but you can jazz it up any way you like!  

Ingredients needed

• Protein powder. Either brown rice protein powder or casein protein powder. Avoid using whey-based powders as they will thin out the yogurt instead of thickening it up. 
• Greek yogurt. Non-fat Greek yogurt or vegan high-protein yogurt. Regardless of what kind of yogurt you use, ensure it is on the thicker side and has no added sugar. 
• Sugar or substitute. This is optional, but you can add either allulose or sugar to add sweetness. If your protein powder is already sweetened, you can leave it out.

How to make protein pudding

I’ve included step-by-step photos below to make this recipe easy to follow at home. For the full printable recipe instructions and ingredient quantities, scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

Step 1- Mix. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the protein powder with yogurt until thick. Add the sweetener and any mix-ins of choice.

Step 2- Set. Place the pudding into the refrigerator for an hour, to thicken. Once it has thickened, divide it into bowls and enjoy immediately.

Recipe tips and variations

• Choose a high-quality protein powder. The quality of your protein powder can make a big difference in the taste and texture of your protein pudding. I prefer casein protein powder, pea protein powder, or brown rice protein powder, as these are naturally thicker and yield a creamier pudding. Avoid whey protein powder as it tends to thin out liquid ingredients.
• Use thick yogurt. Avoid using watery or thin kinds of yogurt, as you’ll find the pudding less thick or creamy. 
• Make it dairy-free. Use a dairy free yogurt (like coconut yogurt or soy yogurt) and a vegan protein powder.
• Add mix-ins. Nothing beats some chocolate chips, berries, coconut flakes, healthy granola, or even some honey peanut butter.

Storage instructions

To store: The pudding should always be stored in the refrigerator, covered. If you find the pudding has thickened too much, you can add some unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice to thin it out. 

To freeze: Place portions of the pudding in a shallow container and store them in the freezer for up to 2 months. For the ultimate treat, remove the frozen pudding and place it in the blender. Blend until thick and creamy. 

More high protein recipes to try

• Protein ice cream
• Protein banana bread
• Protein bread
• Protein pizza
• Protein granola
• Protein cinnamon rolls

Originally published July 2021, updated and republished March 2024