Description
A creamy and delicious high-protein dessert that’s perfect for post-workout or a sweet treat without the guilt.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1/4 cup protein powder (vanilla or chocolate)
- 1/4 cup sweetener of choice (honey, maple syrup, or stevia)
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, whisk together the milk, protein powder, sweetener, cornstarch, vanilla extract, and salt.
- Continuously stir until the mixture starts to thicken, about 5-7 minutes.
- Once thickened, remove from heat and let cool slightly before pouring into serving dishes.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set before serving.
Notes
Top with fresh berries, whipped cream, or a drizzle of chocolate for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: high protein pudding, healthy dessert, quick dessert, post workout snack, protein-packed treat