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Easy High Protein Chocolate Pudding

This high protein chocolate pudding is rich, creamy, and easy to make with simple ingredients. Perfect for a low carb or keto dessert, it delivers over 50g of protein in every satisfying serving.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 1 large bowl
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 30 ml boiling water
  • 8-10 g powdered gelatin
  • 200 g 0% Greek yogurt
  • 30 g milk chocolate (or sugar-free chocolate)
  • 15 g cocoa powder
  • 25 g protein powder
  • 1 tbsp tablespoon sweetener of choice
  • ½ tsp xanthan gum (Optional )

Method
 

  1. Whisk gelatin into boiling water until fully dissolved.
  2. Add chocolate and stir until melted and smooth.
  3. Transfer to blender and add remaining ingredients.
  4. Blend until smooth and glossy.
  5. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
  6. Pour into bowl, cover, and refrigerate 2–3 hours until set.

Notes

  • Use sugar-free chocolate for a low carb version
  • Do not skip proper gelatin dissolution
  • Adjust protein powder type if texture becomes too thick
  • Xanthan gum is optional but enhances creaminess
 

Nutrition (Approximate)

 
  • Calories: 420
  • Protein: 58g
  • Carbs: 38g (lower with substitutions)
  • Fat: 12g
  • Fiber: 4g (varies)
  • Net Carbs: ~34g (can drop significantly with keto swaps)
 
This is one of those recipes that proves you don’t have to choose between flavor and nutrition—you can absolutely have both, in one very satisfying bowl.