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You will love the simplicity of this 2-ingredient protein pudding! It’s easy to make and comes together in minutes for a delicious dessert or snack. We made a chocolate protein pudding, but you can customize it for your favorite flavor. This high-protein pudding has an incredibly creamy and thick texture. It’s a must-try treat that’s sure to become a favorite!
Try our cottage cheese chocolate pudding next!
Why You Will Love This High-Protein Pudding
- Two Ingredients: Make this protein pudding with just two ingredients!
- Quick & Easy: It only takes about five minutes to make. Then, just let it chill, and enjoy!
- Customizable: You can switch up the flavor of your pudding! We made a chocolate version that tastes just like classic pudding but with added protein!
- Thick & Creamy Texture: It’s decadent, thick, creamy, and so easy to make!
- Protein-Packed: There are around 12-15 grams of protein per serving, depending on what protein shake you use.
“I made this protein pudding and it was so delicious. I used a chocolate protein shake, and it turned out great! The texture was super creamy! Thanks for the great recipe.”
– sophia
What Is Protein Pudding?
This protein pudding recipe is a high-protein twist on traditional pudding. It’s made with a protein shake instead of milk for added protein! The protein shake is combined with some instant pudding mix and set in the refrigerator for a creamy and delicious high-protein pudding. It’s an easy dessert or post-workout snack with a higher protein content than most traditional puddings.
Ingredients Needed
You only need two simple ingredients for this recipe!
- Protein Shake: Use your favorite chocolate protein shake.
- Pudding Mix: Use half a package of chocolate instant pudding mix.
Flavor Variations
- Banana Pudding: If you love banana flavor, try our protein banana pudding recipe!
- Vanilla Pudding: To make vanilla protein pudding, use a vanilla protein shake and vanilla instant pudding mix.
- Strawberry Pudding: Make strawberry-flavored pudding with a strawberry protein shake and strawberry instant pudding. Or, try our high-protein strawberry mousse or strawberry protein fluff!
- Chocolate Pudding: We made a chocolate-flavored protein pudding with a chocolate protein shake and chocolate instant pudding mix. Or, you could use a caramel-flavored protein shake and chocolate pudding mix for a chocolate caramel flavor. For another delicious recipe, try our cottage cheese chocolate pudding! Or, make our cottage cheese chocolate mousse!
- Pistachio Pudding: For a pistachio flavor, use a vanilla protein shake and half the package of pistachio instant pudding mix.
- Lemon Pudding: For lemon flavor, use half the package of lemon instant pudding mix and a vanilla protein shake.
- Cheesecake Pudding: Use half a package of cheesecake-flavored instant pudding mix and one vanilla protein shake.
- Use Sugar-Free Pudding Mix: If you prefer, for any of these combinations, use a sugar-free pudding mix. Some options are Simply Delish or Jell-O sugar-free instant pudding mix.
Make The Protein Shake
If you don’t want to use a premixed protein shake, you can make your own. Use one cup of cold milk or non-dairy milk and one scoop of your favorite protein powder. Use chocolate protein powder or vanilla protein powder, depending on what flavor you want your pudding to be. Then, use the same flavor pudding mix as the protein powder you use. If making chocolate protein pudding, you can even add a few teaspoons of Dutch-processed cocoa powder for an even richer chocolate flavor. After that, thoroughly combine these ingredients and use an electric hand mixer to incorporate the pudding mix.
How To Make Protein Pudding
Step 1: Use a chilled premixed chocolate protein shake. Then, add the protein shake to a large bowl.
Step 2: Add half the package of chocolate instant pudding mix to the bowl. Use an electric hand mixer on medium speed to combine the protein shake and pudding mix until the pudding consistency forms.
Step 3: Pour the pudding mixture into two small bowls or ramekins. Then, place the bowls in the refrigerator and chill for at least one hour, or until the pudding is set.
Serving Suggestions
This protein pudding is incredibly delicious. Once it has set, enjoy, or add some optional toppings. Here are some of our favorite topping ideas:
- Fresh berries of choice, such as strawberries, raspberries, or blueberries
- Whipped cream
- Banana slices
- Peanut butter, almond butter, or nut butter of choice
- Chocolate shavings
- Chocolate chips
- Unsweetened shredded coconut flakes
- Chopped nuts
Expert Tips
- Chill the Protein Shake: Make sure the protein shake is chilled so the pudding comes together properly and sets faster.
- Thoroughly Combine: Ensure you thoroughly combine the pudding mix in the protein shake with an electric hand mixer. It will take about 3-5 minutes.
- Use Your Favorite Protein Shake: Use your favorite premixed protein shake. Some great options include Fairlife, OWYN, Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard, Iconic, Premier Protein, and Orgain protein shakes.
- Make it Vegan: To make this pudding vegan, use your favorite vegan protein shake or make one with almond milk, oat milk, cashew milk, or your favorite non-dairy milk and a scoop of your favorite vegan protein powder. Also, use a vegan pudding mix.
- Gluten-Free: To ensure your protein pudding is gluten-free, use a gluten-free instant pudding mix.
Storage Instructions
Store leftovers in an airtight container or tightly cover the ramekin you poured the pudding in with foil or plastic wrap. You can store leftovers for 1-2 days in the refrigerator.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can You Freeze Protein Pudding?
I wouldn’t recommend freezing this pudding as it may alter the texture once defrosted. You want the pudding to be smooth and creamy. You can store any leftovers in the fridge instead.
How Long Is Protein Pudding Good For?
This protein pudding is good for up to two days when stored in an airtight container in the fridge.
Can I Use a Protein Shake Instead of Milk for Pudding?
Yes! Using a protein shake instead of milk for pudding is a great way to increase the protein content! The protein shake combined with instant pudding mix creates a creamy and delicious high-protein pudding!
More High-Protein Recipes!
- Protein Banana Pudding
- Chocolate Protein Mug Cake
- Strawberry Protein Fluff
- Cottage Cheese Chocolate Pudding
- Protein Chocolate Mousse
- Cottage Cheese Banana Bread
- Protein Cheesecake
- Ninja Creami Protein Ice Cream
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Protein Pudding
Ingredients
- 1, 11 ounce chilled premixed chocolate protein shake
- 1/2 small package of chocolate instant pudding mix (regular or sugar-free)
Instructions
- Use a chilled premixed chocolate protein shake. (Or, make a protein shake with one cup of milk and one scoop of chocolate protein powder.) Add the protein shake to a large bowl.
- Add half the package of chocolate instant pudding mix to the bowl with the protein shake. Use an electric hand mixer on medium speed to combine the protein shake and pudding mix until the pudding consistency forms, about 2-3 minutes.
- Evenly pour the pudding mixture into two small bowls or ramekins. Place the bowls in the refrigerator and chill for at least one hour, or until the pudding is set. Once the pudding is set, enjoy it or top it with optional whipped cream and shaved chocolate.
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Notes
- Thoroughly Combine: Ensure you thoroughly combine the pudding mix in the protein shake with an electric hand mixer. It will take about 3-5 minutes.
- Make The Protein Shake: If you don’t want to use a premixed protein shake, you can make your own. Use one cup of cold milk or non-dairy milk and one scoop of your favorite protein powder.
- Vanilla Pudding: To make this protein pudding vanilla-flavored, use a vanilla protein shake and vanilla instant pudding mix.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container or tightly cover the ramekin you poured the pudding in with foil or plastic wrap. You can store leftovers for 1-2 days in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
I made this pudding for dessert and it was so delicious!! And easy! I used a vanilla protein shake and it turned out perfectly. And I love that it was only 2 ingredients!
Hi Michelle, I’m so glad you enjoyed this protein pudding! I’m happy it turned out well with a vanilla protein shake. Thanks so much for sharing how you enjoyed it!
I made this protein pudding and it was so delicious. I used a chocolate protein shake, and it turned out great! The texture was super creamy! Thanks for the great recipe.
Hi Sophia, I’m so happy you enjoyed this protein pudding! I’m happy the texture turned out so creamy. Thanks for trying the recipe and sharing your feedback.
There are two sizes of pudding boxes. Do you use the small or large one?
Hi Shawnne, use half of a small pudding box for this recipe. I will update this in the recipe to make it clearer. I hope you enjoy the protein pudding!