PB2 Recipe for Peanut Butter Greek Yogurt: A Satisfying Snack
Sneak Preview: This PB2 Recipe for Peanut Butter Greek Yogurt with chocolate is a fresh and tasty high-protein snack made with powdered peanut butter. Eat it for breakfast, lunch, or dessert. Bonus: It’s gluten-free, and you don’t have to bake anything.
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Try this recipe for peanut butter Greek yogurt made with PB2 the next time you need a protein hit. You might taste the flavors of the famous peanut butter cups in the orange package.
Three Reasons Why You Might Need this Recipe
- You will get about 13 grams (2% Greek yogurt) of satisfying protein in a half-cup serving between the yogurt and the peanut butter. Eating this for dessert after your evening meal is one of the best ways to squash the hungry monster at night.
- Yogurt makers like myself and many of my readers are continually looking for new ways to flavor yogurt. Yogurt with peanut butter powder is a crowd favorite.
- One of my readers left this idea in the comment section of one of my homemade Greek yogurt posts. It’s worth sharing.
Happy Cooks Speak Up
“Great recipe and great comments. Since I have been looking for a new tasty vehicle, I combined this with a couple of tbsp of nutritional yeast and a few drops of water. It was great. Thanks.”—HOBIE
Why Is There So Much Protein in Greek Yogurt?
Greek yogurt is loaded with protein. Filtering out the whey (the liquid that collects on top of yogurt) makes the yogurt thicker without losing any protein. As a result, the amount of protein in 1/2 cup of regular yogurt is less than in Greek yogurt.
Add less than a tablespoon of peanut butter powder, and you get even more protein without all the calories. KEEP READING to find out more about peanut butter powder.
What is Powdered Peanut Butter?
1. How is Powdered Peanut Butter (such as PB2) Made?
Peanuts are roasted and then pressed until they give up their oil. This results in powdered peanut butter. Added sugar and salt may enhance the flavor.
2. Is Powdered Peanut Butter Healthier than Regular Peanut Butter?
Consumer Reports states, “With most of the fat gone—powdered peanut butter has about 85 percent less than regular—you’re left with protein and fiber.” That means the calories will be less. However, the grams of protein and fiber are the same.
3. Which Brand Should I Buy?
My favorite brand of powdered peanut butter is PBFIT or PB2. The people at 99 Boulders agree with me. However, they suggest other good brands if you can’t find PBFIT.
I buy powdered peanut butter at Target or Walmart, which is also available online. (paid link) Recently, I saw it in the bulk bins at Winco.
Can I Substitute Regular Peanut Butter for PB2 (Powdered Peanut Butter)?
Combining yogurt with regular peanut butter can be challenging, especially if you do it by hand. But, as it turns out, powdered peanut butter mixes into yogurt more quickly and smoothly than actual peanut butter.
Using regular peanut butter will increase the fat and calories considerably. I’m not saying it isn’t good–just letting you know.
Variations
- Do you have a sweet tooth but don’t want sugar? Stir a little sweetener of your choice into your bowl of yogurt.
- Sprinkle a few slivers of semi-sweet or dark chocolate on top if you like.
- If you are feeling decadent, squirt a little whipped cream on top.
- Top your yogurt with chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups (paid link) if you want a treat.
Let’s Make It!
This snack is so easy; you don’t need a recipe. The amounts are not crucial. However, I have added a written recipe to get you started.
FAQ About Greek Yogurt with PB2 and Chocolate
Add it to yogurt and stir well. Add a bit of sugar or chopped candy if sweetness is your jam.
Yes, it’s safe. I would argue it’s not very appetizing that way, but tastes vary.
In this recipe? Yes. But it’s hard to get regular peanut butter to mix with yogurt without damaging the texture of your yogurt. Powdered peanut butter stirs in easily and doesn’t add extra fat. Win-win!!
More Ideas for Yogurt Lovers
- Homemade Greek Yogurt
- Why and How To Strain Yogurt With a Yogurt Pouch
- Cookies and Cream Greek Yogurt
- Cold Start Yogurt (With or Without an Instant Pot): You Won’t Believe How Easy It Is
Recipe Help at Your Fingertips: For questions or suggestions, email Paula at saladinajar.com. If you need help, I’m happy to troubleshoot via email (faster than leaving a comment). Attach pictures and as many details as possible for the best advice.
Peanut Butter Greek Yogurt: A PB2 Recipe
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Ingredients
- 1 cup (227 g) unflavored 2% milk Greek yogurt
- 2 teaspoons powdered peanut butter PB2 is good
- 1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar or your favorite sweetener (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon chopped 85% chocolate or your favorite chocolate (optional)
Instructions
- Mix 1 cup (227 g) unflavored 2% milk Greek yogurt, 2 teaspoons powdered peanut butter, 1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon granulated sugar, 1/4 teaspoon (¼ teaspoon) vanilla extract together until smooth.
- Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon chopped 85% chocolate or your favorite chopped chocolate bar. Nutritionals are figured using 85% chocolate.
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As a retired home economist, I created Saladinajar.com to share my belief that you don’t have to be a chef to find joy in creating homemade food worth sharing. Bread machines (used in an unconventional way), homemade yogurt, and quick microwave recipes are my specialty.