Rich • Creamy • Bakery-Style • High-Protein Option
Silky custard pudding topped with glossy caramel—classic comfort dessert made lighter with a protein boost option 💛
🧾 Ingredients
🍯 For the Caramel Layer
½ cup sugar (or coconut sugar)
2 tbsp water
1 tsp butter (optional, for shine)
🍮 For the Pudding
2 cups milk (or almond milk)
3 large eggs
½ cup Greek yogurt (for extra protein + creaminess)
1 scoop vanilla protein powder (optional but recommended)
¼ cup sweetener (or sugar if not low-carb)
1 tbsp cornstarch (or 2 tbsp oat flour for thicker texture)
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
👩🍳 Instructions
- Make the Caramel 🍯
In a pan, add sugar and water.
Heat on medium without stirring until it turns golden amber.
Quickly pour into a baking dish and swirl to coat the bottom.
Let it cool and harden. - Prepare the Custard Mix 🍮
In a bowl, whisk:
Eggs
Milk
Greek yogurt
Sweetener
Vanilla
Cornstarch
Protein powder (if using)
Mix until completely smooth. - Bake the Pudding
Pour mixture over hardened caramel.
Place dish in a larger baking tray.
Add hot water around it (water bath method).
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 40–50 minutes until set. - Chill & Flip
Cool completely, then refrigerate at least 3 hours.
Run a knife around edges and flip onto a plate.
Caramel will flow beautifully over the pudding 😍
💪 High-Protein Benefits (Optional Version)
Greek yogurt + eggs boost protein
Protein powder increases satiety
Lower sugar version possible with sweetener
📊 Approx Macros (with protein version per slice)
Protein: 10–18g
Carbs: 20–30g
Fat: 5–10g
Calories: ~200–320
🔥 Tips
Don’t stir caramel once it starts boiling or it will crystallize.
Use warm milk for smoother custard.
Chill overnight for best texture and flavor.