Baked Greek Yogurt with Vanilla Protein and Berries Recipe
This Baked Greek Yogurt recipe is a protein-packed, healthy dessert or snack option featuring creamy nonfat Greek yogurt, enriched with vanilla protein powder and lightly sweetened without added sugar. Baked to perfection, it transforms into a soft, custard-like treat that can be customized with berries or chocolate chips for an extra burst of flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 1 large serving or 2 small servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek-inspired
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup Nonfat Plain Greek Yogurt (225g)
- 1 Egg
- 2 Tbsp Unsweetened Almond Milk
- ¼ cup Vanilla Protein Powder (Whey-casein, 22g)
- ½ tsp Cornstarch
Optional Add-ins
- ¼ cup Chopped Berries
- 2 Tbsp Chocolate Chips
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your baking vessel by greasing a large ramekin or two small ramekins with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Combine Yogurt and Egg: In a large bowl, whisk the nonfat Greek yogurt together with the egg until the mixture is well combined and smooth, which will provide the custard base.
- Add Protein Powder and Cornstarch: Mix in the vanilla protein powder and cornstarch gently until the mixture becomes smooth. Be careful not to over-mix to maintain a tender texture.
- Adjust Consistency: If the mixture feels too thick and not pourable, add the unsweetened almond milk to loosen it up slightly for ease of baking.
- Incorporate Optional Add-ins: Fold in chopped berries or chocolate chips if desired, to add bursts of flavor and texture.
- Pour and Smooth: Pour the prepared mixture into the greased ramekin(s) and smooth the top evenly for baking.
- Bake: Bake in the oven for 30 minutes if using a large ramekin, or 20 minutes if using smaller ones. The center should remain slightly jiggly or soft to the touch, indicating perfect custard-like consistency.
Notes
- The texture will be creamy and custard-like; slight jiggle in the center after baking is ideal.
- Using nonfat Greek yogurt makes this a low-fat, high-protein option.
- Vanilla protein powder adds flavor and a protein boost; substitute with unflavored if preferred but adjust sweetness accordingly.
- Optional berries or chocolate chips provide natural sweetness and variety.
- Use almond milk or any unsweetened milk alternative to keep this recipe dairy-light and lower calorie.
- Store leftovers refrigerated and consume within 2-3 days.
Keywords: Greek yogurt dessert, baked yogurt, protein dessert, healthy snack, low-fat dessert, Greek protein custard
