The chocolate pudding is so tasty (Stock Image) (Image: Getty)
For those with a sweet tooth who are also on the hunt for a protein-rich, low-calorie indulgence, your search is over. Embracing a lifestyle change doesn’t mean you have to forsake all your beloved treats, as there are plenty of delicious options that align with your fat loss objectives.
@panaceapalm took to the social media platform to reveal: “What if I told you that this entire bowl of high protein chocolate pudding packs 58g of , for only 420 calories?” They further added that it’s “super easy to make” and requires just a “few simple ingredients”.
Protein is crucial for our health, as highlighted by the NHS, which states: “Protein is an essential part of our diet, as it is needed for the growth and repair of all parts of the body. Protein is also important to help you stay well and fight infections. Protein is made up of many different building blocks called amino acids. The body can produce some amino acids but not all.”
Healthline concurs, noting: “The health effects of fat and carbs are controversial. However, almost everyone agrees that protein is important. Most people eat enough protein to prevent deficiency, but some individuals would do better with a much higher protein intake.”
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How to make chocolate pudding
To whip up this protein pudding, they instruct that you should start with 300ml of boiling water in a jug and add 10g of gelatin powder, then “stir to dissolve and set aside”.
To whip up this delectable treat, start by tossing 200g of Greek yoghurt into a blender cup, along with the gelatin mixture, 30g of milk chocolate, 15g of cocoa powder, your preferred sweetener, a 25g scoop of protein powder (opt for a sweet flavour like vanilla or chocolate, or keep it simple with unflavoured), and a dash of salt. Then, simply secure the lid and blend until the concoction is “completely smooth”.
Next, transfer the creamy blend into a bowl, snugly cover it with clingfilm, and let it chill in the fridge for two to three hours to firm up. After its stint in the cold, it’s ready to be savoured.
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The comments section lit up with praise for the , with one person exclaiming it was “fire,” while another shared their own twist: “I used choc peanut protein powder with some peanut butter. It does bump the calories but also the protein and tastes unreal”. But what’s the NHS’s take on calorie counting?
For the average adult, the recommended daily calorie intake is 2,500kcal for men and 2,000kcal for women.
Those looking to shed pounds should consider cutting around 600kcal from their daily diet, bringing the target down to 1,900kcal for men and 1,400kcal for women.