High Protein Yogurt Bowl
This 2-minute recipe for an easy high protein yogurt bowl is the easiest way to get over 30 grams of protein at breakfast.
As a Registered Dietitian, I’m constantly encouraging clients and social media followers to aim for 30 grams of protein or more at each meal. Protein can help to stabilize appetite, crush cravings, improve energy, support fitness goals, and so much more… but it can also feel hard to get.
The good news is, it really doesn’t have to be! This 2-ingredient, 2-minute, high-protein yogurt bowl packs over 30 grams of protein per serving and couldn’t be easier to prepare. This filling and nourishing recipe is sure to become a staple in your breakfast recipe rotation. And here’s how to make it!
Why you’ll love this recipe
Two ingredients: All you need to make this high protein recipe is two ingredients and whatever toppings you enjoy. It couldn’t be quicker and requires no cooking skill.
Fast: If you have the time to put yogurt in a bowl, you have the time to make this high protein yogurt bowl, too. It’s a perfect fast breakfast for busy people on the go.
Filling: This simple recipe contains over 30 grams of protein to keep you full all morning.
Customizable: You can customize this recipe with different flavors and toppings to suit your taste.
Vegetarian: It can feel daunting to find meat-free recipes with loads of protein… but this one’s got you covered!
Ingredients
You only need two simple ingredients to make this high protein yogurt bowl:
- Plain greek yogurt — I prefer 0% or 2% for more protein and less fat (we add fat in the toppings), but choose any fat percentage you normally enjoy
- Flavored protein powder — This ingredient flavors your yogurt and boosts protein, so make sure to choose a protein powder you like the taste of
How to make high protein yogurt bowls
Here’s how to make this easy high-protein recipe.
Combine yogurt and protein powder. In a bowl, combine yogurt and protein powder and stir until well-combined and completely smooth.
Then, add whatever toppings you like right before serving. Scroll down for my favorite topping ideas.
Topping ideas
No one wants to eat a giant bowl of yogurt alone, so here are some of my favorite toppings to add texture, flavor, nutrition, and satisfaction:
- High fiber fruits: frozen mixed berries, raspberries, blackberries, chopped apple, chopped pear
- Nut and/or seed butter: almond butter, peanut butter, sun butter, tahini
- Crushed nuts and/or seeds: walnuts, pecans, peanuts, cashews, pepitas
- Ground chia seeds and/or flaxseeds
- Granola, cereal and/or bran buds
- Chopped muffin
- Flavor enhancers: honey, maple syrup, coconut flakes, lemon zest, or cinnamon
What’s the best protein powder for this recipe?
You can truly use any protein powder you enjoy for these high protein yogurt bowls.
I personally like this vanilla whey protein powder from Costco. I choose this one because it’s a decent price, I like whey protein as a dietitian, and most importantly, I enjoy the flavor!
An important note: pick a protein powder you like the taste of because you’re really going to taste it!
What’s your favorite granola?
The Almond Fruit Crunch by InnoFoods is my favorite granola/cereal, simply because of the taste! We pick this up at Costco.
If you’re looking for a healthier granola, I’d recommend comparing labels and choosing one with less added sugar.
Frequently asked questions
Surprisingly, no! The protein powder makes the yogurt a slightly creamier texture, which is really enjoyable.
You can use unflavored protein powder if you’d like, but the yogurt bowl will taste more bland. If you choose to go this route, I’d recommend adding a sweetener on top like honey or maple syrup.
Yes, I’ve had this high protein yogurt bowl with a full scoop of protein powder and I still enjoy it! The more protein powder you use, the more you’ll taste it… so keep that in mind.
I prefer this recipe with greek or skyr yogurt because they contain much more protein than plain yogurt. If you don’t love them, try a higher fat percentage like 5% first. If you still don’t like that, you can use plain yogurt! But it will contain less protein.
High Protein Yogurt Bowl
Ingredients
- 1 cup plain greek yogurt, 0% or 2% fat
- 1/2 scoop vanilla protein powder, or other flavor you enjoy
Topping ideas
- high fiber fruit like raspberries, blackberries, chopped pear, chopped apple
- nut or seed butter like almond butter, peanut butter, sun butter
- crushed nuts or seeds like pepitas, walnuts, almonds, pecans
- granola or cereal
- chopped muffin
Instructions
- Combine yogurt and protein powder: In a bowl, combine yogurt and protein powder and stir until well-combined and completely smooth.
- Add toppings: Top with fruit, nuts, nut butter and/or granola right before eating.
