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High-Protein Chocolate Peanut Butter Pudding Cups

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These high-protein chocolate peanut butter pudding cups are a creamy, decadent dessert packed with protein and healthy fats. Quick to make and customizable, they’re perfect for a healthy snack, post-workout treat, or guilt-free dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups plain Greek yogurt (full-fat or 0%)
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 scoop (about 30g) chocolate protein powder (whey or plant-based)
  • 1/2 cup milk of choice (dairy or unsweetened non-dairy)
  • 2–3 tablespoons maple syrup or honey (or sugar-free syrup)
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter (natural or regular)
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk (optional, to thin peanut butter)
  • Optional toppings: dark chocolate shavings or mini chocolate chips, crushed roasted peanuts, flaky sea salt, granola, chopped banana slices

Instructions

  1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, cocoa powder, and chocolate protein powder.
  2. Whisk until smooth and no cocoa clumps remain (1-2 minutes). If using a blender, pulse on low until combined.
  3. Add milk, maple syrup or honey, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Whisk for another minute until thick but pourable. Adjust consistency with more milk or protein powder if needed.
  4. In a small bowl, add peanut butter. If stiff, microwave for 10-15 seconds or stir in 1-2 tablespoons milk to loosen. Whisk until smooth and drizzle-able.
  5. Divide half of the chocolate pudding base evenly among 4 serving cups (about 1/4 cup per cup).
  6. Add a spoonful of peanut butter (about 1 tablespoon) on top of each layer. Swirl gently with a toothpick or knife.
  7. Repeat with the remaining chocolate pudding and another swirl of peanut butter on top.
  8. Cover each cup with plastic wrap or a lid. Refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours, until firm and chilled (overnight is best). For a quick chill, freeze for 20-30 minutes.
  9. Before serving, top each cup with optional toppings: dark chocolate shavings, crushed peanuts, flaky salt, granola, or banana slices.
  10. If pudding is too thick after chilling, let sit at room temperature for 5 minutes before eating.

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients to avoid clumping. Adjust sweetness and protein content to taste. For a vegan version, use plant-based yogurt, vegan protein powder, and agave. Store covered in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months. The pudding thickens and flavors deepen as it chills. Swirl peanut butter gently for a marbled look. Clean mixing tools promptly for easy cleanup.

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