Greek Yogurt Chocolate Pudding
A velvety, rich chocolate pudding whipped together with plain Greek yogurt and cocoa powder. Deliciously sweet, high in protein, and ready in just 5 minutes.
Prep
5 min
Cook
0 min
Total
5 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Leslie + Lila
Leslie created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
A steadier afternoon
Give your day a solid food foundation
Being properly fed cannot solve a hard day, but a substantial meal can remove hunger and an energy dip from the list of things you are juggling.
Notice: mood + energy later
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
Setup
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Prep
5 min
Cook
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Total
5 min
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Equipment
Colander · Whisk · Mixing bowl
Time saver
Meal prep ahead: Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
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- 1Set out all ingredients before cooking
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Ingredients
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Instructions
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Next: Add the plain Greek yogurt
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Add the plain Greek yogurt
Add the plain Greek yogurt, unsweetened cocoa powder, maple syrup, and vanilla extract into a small mixing bowl.
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Whisk vigorously for about 1 to 2…
Whisk vigorously for about 1 to 2 minutes until the mixture turns smooth, glossy, and completely lump-free.
Look for: the mixture turns smooth, glossy, and completely lump-free
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Spoon the chocolate pudding into a serving…
Spoon the chocolate pudding into a serving jar or bowl.
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Serve immediately
Serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator at 38°F (3°C) for 15 minutes to allow the pudding to set for a thicker mousse-like texture.
Allow: 15 minutes
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