Chocolate Protein Pudding (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Pudding Base

01 - 5 cups Greek yogurt - go for the full-fat stuff, plain or vanilla both work great
02 - 4 scoops chocolate protein powder (that's about 2-3 tablespoons per scoop, depending on your brand)
03 - 3-4 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder - more if you're a serious chocolate lover
04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract - the real deal, not the imitation stuff if you can swing it
05 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup - the good stuff from actual trees, not the fake pancake syrup

→ Optional Toppings

06 - A generous dollop of whipped cream - homemade or from a can, no judgment here
07 - Some shaved dark chocolate for that extra bit of decadence
08 - Fresh berries - strawberries, raspberries, or blueberries all work beautifully

# Instructions:

01 - Grab a big bowl and toss in your Greek yogurt, chocolate protein powder, cocoa powder, vanilla, and maple syrup. No need to be precious about the order - it's all going to the same place.
02 - Get in there with a whisk and mix everything until it's nice and smooth. Put some muscle into it - we want to make sure all those powders are fully incorporated with no dry pockets hiding in there.
03 - Cover your bowl with some plastic wrap or a lid and pop it in the fridge for about an hour. This resting time lets everything get nice and thick - patience pays off here, I promise.
04 - When you're ready to dig in, scoop the pudding into bowls and go wild with toppings if you're feeling fancy. A cloud of whipped cream, some chocolate shavings, or a handful of fresh berries make this feel like a real treat, not just a protein snack.

# Notes:

01 - This pudding will keep in the fridge for about 3-4 days in an airtight container, but the texture is best within the first 2 days.
02 - If you find it too thick after refrigeration, you can thin it out with a splash of milk.
03 - Feel free to play with the sweetness level - some protein powders are already pretty sweet, so you might need less maple syrup.
04 - For a chocolate-peanut butter version, swirl in a tablespoon of natural peanut butter per serving.
05 - This recipe packs a serious protein punch with around 44g per serving - perfect for post-workout recovery or just satisfying a sweet tooth without blowing your nutrition goals.

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