High Protein Chocolate Peanut Butter Greek Yogurt (29g Protein – 4 Ingredients)

When your sweet tooth hits but you’re chasing protein goals, this high-protein chocolate peanut butter Greek yogurt hits the spot. It’s creamy like pudding, made with just 4 ingredients, and packs in 29 grams of protein. Perfect as a post-workout snack, afternoon pick-me-up, or healthy dessert that keeps you full and satisfied. Plus, it’s ready in under 5 minutes!

High Protein Chocolate Peanut Butter Greek Yogurt

If you’ve never turned plain yogurt into a chocolaty treat, you’re in for something special today! Greek yogurt and protein powder make a protein-packed treat!

This is my favorite healthy way to get my chocolate fix without extra sugar. It has the best creamy texture and is way more filling than pudding. The protein + fats keep you fuller for longer, too!

A half scoop of chocolate protein powder is what sweetens the plain Greek yogurt. If you’re new to chocolate protein powder recipes, this is a great starter recipe.

And if you want sweeter yogurt, you can always add a little bit of maple syrup or honey.

Why you’ll love this chocolate high-protein yogurt bowl recipe

High protein healthy dessert – Call it a snack or dessert, either way, it’s delicious and an easy way for you to get 29 grams of protein in. We’ve enjoyed this homemade chocolate yogurt for breakfast with our favorite toppings, too – fresh berries and chocolate granola for a yummy crunch are delish! I love it as an alternative to protein shakes after a lifting session.

Simple recipe – It doesn’t get easier than measuring, mixing, and enjoying! You can easily double, triple, or quadruple this recipe to make a big batch to add into individual jars for a convenient way to grab and enjoy!

No added sugar – The sweetness comes from the half scoop of protein powder (which is sweetened with stevia), making this a low-sugar chocolate healthy dessert! You can always add a little more sweetness to adjust for your taste buds from maple syrup or honey.

Wholesome ingredients you need for this chocolate yogurt recipe

Scroll down to view the recipe card below for the full ingredients list, nutrition facts, and step-by-step instructions.

• Plain full-fat Greek yogurt – The creamy, protein-rich base that makes this snack taste indulgent while keeping it macro-friendly.
• Chocolate whey protein powder – Adds rich chocolate flavor and a huge boost of protein for lasting fullness.
• Unsweetened cocoa powder – Deepens the chocolate taste and gives that true dessert-like flavor without added sugar.
• Peanut butter powder – Delivers that nutty, salty-sweet peanut butter flavor with less fat and extra protein.

How to make chocolate protein pudding

Step 1: To a small mixing bowl add the yogurt, protein powder, cocoa powder, and powdered peanut butter. Mix the yogurt mixture until it is smooth and creamy, and you can no longer see any of the powders.

Step 2: Enjoy your chocolate-flavored yogurt with sliced strawberries, banana, dark chocolate chips, or a drizzle of melted peanut butter for a healthy dessert with protein!

Watch me make my chocolate protein yogurt bowl during my Monday meal prep!

The full video can be watched below, or on my YouTube channel!

Best yogurt options

If I am using full fat greek yogurt, I like to use powdered peanut butter to balance the fats in this recipe, but you can absolutely use your favorite greek yogurt here.

Sometimes I use non-fat yogurt, and then I’ll opt to use natural peanut butter to ensure I’m getting healthy fats in my snack.

You can mix and match and use the option that you like best – either is an excellent choice!

Tips & tricks for the best chocolate yogurt bowls

• Mix the dry ingredients first. Stir the protein powder, cocoa powder, and peanut butter powder together before adding them to your yogurt – it helps prevent clumps and makes mixing smoother.
• Use room-temperature yogurt. Cold yogurt can make powders seize up; letting it sit out for 5–10 minutes gives a creamier texture.
• Add milk if needed. If your mixture feels too thick, add 1–2 tablespoons of almond or regular milk to reach your perfect consistency.
• Chill before serving. A quick 15-minute chill makes the yogurt taste like dessert pudding and helps the flavors meld.
• Change it up with toppings. Sliced banana, crushed peanuts, mini chocolate chips, or a drizzle of melted peanut butter turn this into a high-protein treat you’ll crave again.
• Make it ahead. Whip up a few jars at once for easy meal prep – it keeps beautifully for up to 5 days in the fridge.

How to store & meal prep

Make a big batch of high protein Greek yogurt and then store it in an airtight container.

You can use 1 large container, or prepare individual small servings so that when a chocolate craving hits you can grab and enjoy it!

It’s perfect for a quick breakfast, snack, or dessert! Basically, enjoy this protein yogurt bowl all day long and feel good knowing you’re enjoying a low sugar, high protein yogurt snack!

Substitutions, optional variations & dietary adjustments

Below you’ll find a list of substitutions that will work well in this healthy high protein chocolate yogurt recipe. 

If you try something different out, please leave a comment below letting us all know how it turned out!

Whole-milk Greek yogurt – You have different options to pick based on your goals and nutrition needs. A plain nonfat Greek yogurt works well here as well. If you want to use a dairy-free yogurt, you can! Look for one that is thicker to start with, as a regular yogurt that is runnier will not leave you with a creamy texture. Blended cottage cheese is another great option because of its high protein content. The actual amount of protein will vary slightly based on the type of yogurt you use.

Chocolate whey protein powder – A vegan protein powder can be used here as well. If you only have a vanilla protein powder, you can use that. Simply add more cocoa powder to the yogurt mixture so that you still end up with the deep chocolate flavor.

Unsweetened cocoa powder – Cacao powder is a good option for this sweet treat. Want an option without the chocolate flavor? Try this peanut butter protein yogurt!

Peanut butter powder – Natural peanut butter will work here as well! Other kinds of nut butters, like almond butter and cashew butter, would be a delicious way to try different flavors. And if you love almond butter, don’t forget to try my high protein almond butter yogurt recipe!

More high-protein chocolate & yogurt recipes you’ll love

• Peanut Butter and Jam Protein Yogurt – Sweet, creamy, and packed with 25g of protein – like a PB&J in yogurt form!
• High Protein Snickers Yogurt Cups – Layers of peanut butter, chocolate, and crunch for a macro-balanced treat.
• High Protein Chocolate Chia Pudding – A make-ahead breakfast or snack that’s naturally sweet and fiber-rich.
• Avocado Chocolate Mousse – Silky, high-protein dessert with healthy fats and a rich chocolate flavor.
• Peanut Butter Powder Cookies – Soft, chewy, and made with peanut butter powder for extra protein.
• Chocolate Avocado Smoothie – Thick, satisfying, and packed with protein and antioxidants – perfect post-workout.

If you try this healthy chocolate protein yogurt recipe, I’d love it if you left a star rating and comment below letting me know how it turned out!

XO

Heather

Originally published September 2024. Updated October 2025.