A super creamy high protein pistachio pudding that makes a delicious multi-functional snack! These mini pudding cups are so simple to make – just 5 minutes to prep and you’ve got a tasty nutritious treat with 15+ grams of protein.
This recipe uses a combination of protein powder, instant pudding mix and Greek yogurt to create this thick and creamy high protein pudding. It’s all about the toppings, though!
Easily customize with your favorite add-ins or add-ons. Each mini pudding cup has 15 grams of protein, so they’re an easy and tasty way to increase overall protein intake. The protein content can easily be increased as well if you add more protein powder or divide this recipe into two larger servings!
After I made my pistachio pudding smoothie and overnight oats, I realized that people really love pistachio! After making this recipe, I understand the hype – and this one might be my favorite of all my “pudding” recipes.
Why I Love These Pistachio Pudding Cups
- It’s just three ingredients. Really, the base of this recipe is just three simple ingredients: Greek yogurt, protein powder, and instant pistachio pudding mix.
- Takes just 5 minutes. You can snack prep this pudding and store for up to 5 days! It’s an easy, grab out of the fridge snack. Bring it to work, eat it as dessert, whatever you want to do!
- A healthy, high protein snack that can double as dessert! I almost ate the entire 4 servings in one sitting because it really is so good! It’s the perfect combination of sweet, salty and nutty. Each small serving is just 153 calories and 16 grams of protein.
Ingredients
Step-By-Step Instructions
I love a multi-functional snack that can double as dessert. Really, these pudding cups are just an elevated Greek yogurt that tastes like pistachio pudding!
However, instead of the real thing, you will be increasing your overall protein intake, consuming some good bacteria for your gut, and filling in micronutrient gaps.
There are quite a few different variations of this recipe on my website, so if you enjoyed this one make sure to check them out (below)!
Nutritional information is calculated for one and a half scoop of protein powder (15 grams per 4 servings) but you could definitely add another scoop. I like to stick to one scoop so it doesn’t taste too gritty.
- Add Greek yogurt, protein powder, pudding mix, and milk (or water) to a mixing bowl.
- Stir or whisk until the pudding is smooth and well combined with no lumps.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- When ready to eat, top with chopped salted pistachios, dark chocolate chips, whipped cream and banana slices. Can divide into four smaller serving or two larger. Small Pyrex dishes or any small airtight container work well for these pudding cups.
More fun toppings: oranges, raisins, drizzle of honey, dried fruits, raspberries, coconut.
Recipe Tips and Variations
To increase protein content, add another scoop of protein powder. Use a vanilla protein shake or Fairlife milk as the milk addition.
For more fiber, add 2-3 tablespoons of chia seeds – but this will thicken the pudding as it sits. Add more water or milk to reach desired consistency if it thickens up in the fridge.
Ensure you love the taste of your protein powder as it can add more flavor to the pudding. Otherwise, use unflavored protein powder. I like to use just one scoop of protein powder so this recipe doesn’t have that gritty aftertaste.
High Protein Pistachio Pudding Cups {with Greek Yogurt}
Ingredients
- 1½ cups non-fat vanilla Greek yogurt. I used Oikos Triple Zero Vanilla Bean. for dairy free, sub with a higher protein plant-based yogurt
- 2½ tablespoons instant pistachio pudding mix
- ¼ cup water or preferred milk use Fairlife milk to increase protein
- 1-2 scoops unflavored or vanilla protein powder I used unflavored collagen protein
- Recommended toppings: chopped pistachios, dark chocolate chips, whipped cream and banana slices.
Instructions
- Add Greek yogurt, pudding mix, protein powder, vanilla extract, and water (or milk) to a mixing bowl.
- Stir or whisk until the mixture is smooth and well-combined with no lumps.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- When ready to eat, top with chopped salted pistachios, dark chocolate chips, whipped cream and banana slices. Can divide into four smaller serving or two larger. Small Pyrex dishes or any small airtight container work well for these pudding cups. Bananas should be completely covered by pudding or added when ready to eat to prevent spoiling.
Notes
- Increase the protein content if preferred.
- Add chia seeds for extra fiber but this will thicken the consistency as it sits in the fridge – so you may need to increase the liquid.
- Sub with dairy-free higher protein plant-based yogurt and top with a dairy-free whipped cream for a dairy-free option.
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