You have to grow up some time, Peter Pan. Sure, it’s fine to believe in eating dessert first, but certain treats should stay in Never-eat-land. A prime example is those plastic cups of artificially sweet, creamy chocolate. Though a lunchbox staple when you were a kid, they’re not a respectable adult indulgence. Don’t worry. Not all magic is lost. With help from the amazing avocado fairy, you can whip up a wishful dish: dark chocolate protein pudding that’ll have you flying high for years to come.
Dark Chocolate Protein Pudding
Makes 8 servings
Macros per serving: 179 calories | 11 g protein | 17.2 g carbs | 7.9 g fat | 9.3 g sugar | 2.3 g fiber
Ingredients
1 package (about 1 lb.) silken tofu
3 scoops ARO Natural Chocolate Whey Protein Isolate
¼ cup unsweetened dark cocoa powder
1 ripe avocado
¼ cup Vitacost Organic Raw Unfiltered Honey
Toppings (optional): crushed pistachios and mini chocolate chips
Directions
- Drain all liquid from tofu packaging. Place tofu on layered paper towels to make sure most of the liquid is drained out.
- In a food processor or high-speed blender, combine tofu and remaining ingredients, processing until completely smooth.
- Stop to scrape bottom and sides of processor a few times to ensure everything is well combined.
- Spoon about 1/3 cup pudding into a bowl, add toppings (if using) and enjoy immediately. Store leftovers in refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
Substitution notes:
- To cut calories from sugar, substitute honey with granulated stevia to taste.