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High-Protein Yogurts Ranked

By Nutrify Team•Published on August 21, 2026•Food Nutrition Facts#high-protein#calories
High-Protein Yogurts Ranked

# High-Protein Yogurts Ranked

A cup of regular yogurt has 5g protein. A cup of Oikos Pro has 25g. The protein content of yogurt varies by 5x depending on the brand and style. If you're eating yogurt for protein, choosing the right one matters enormously. Here's every major brand ranked.

Yogurts Ranked by Protein Per Serving

Top Tier (20+ Grams Protein)

YogurtServingCaloriesProteinSugarFat
Oikos Pro5.3 oz15025g6g3g
Ratio Protein5.3 oz17025g2g8g
Two Good (High Protein)5.3 oz12020g2g2g
Siggi's Triple Zero5.3 oz12020g6g0g
Chobani Complete5.3 oz14020g5g2.5g
Fage Total 0%7 oz13022g7g0g

Strong Tier (15-19 Grams Protein)

YogurtServingCaloriesProteinSugarFat
Chobani (Plain, 0%)5.3 oz8014g4g0g
Fage Total 2%7 oz17020g8g4g
Siggi's (Plain, 0%)5.3 oz9015g3g0g
Greek Gods (Plain)6 oz13015g6g5g
Stonyfield Organic Greek5.3 oz10015g5g0g
Icelandic Provisions5.3 oz13017g8g2.5g

Average Tier (10-14 Grams Protein)

YogurtServingCaloriesProteinSugarFat
Dannon Light & Fit Greek5.3 oz8012g7g0g
Yoplait Greek 1005.3 oz10012g7g0g
Chobani Flip5.3 oz18012g15g7g
Noosa8 oz29012g30g11g

Low Protein (Under 10g)

YogurtServingCaloriesProteinSugarFat
Yoplait Original6 oz1505g19g2g
Dannon Fruit on Bottom5.3 oz1305g21g1.5g
Activia4 oz904g12g1.5g
GoGurt (kids)1 tube502g7g0.5g
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Greek and Icelandic (skyr) yogurts have 2-3x more protein than regular yogurt because they're strained, removing liquid whey and concentrating the protein. Always choose "Greek" or "Icelandic" style for protein.

Best Yogurts by Goal

For Weight Loss

  1. Two Good High Protein — 120 cal, 20g protein, only 2g sugar
  2. Siggi's Triple Zero — 120 cal, 20g protein, 0g fat
  3. Chobani Plain 0% — 80 cal, 14g protein (add your own berries)

For Protein Per Calorie

  1. Oikos Pro — 25g protein for 150 cal (16.7g per 100 cal)
  2. Ratio Protein — 25g for 170 cal (14.7g per 100 cal)
  3. Chobani Plain 0% — 14g for 80 cal (17.5g per 100 cal)

For Lowest Sugar

  1. Ratio Protein — 2g sugar
  2. Two Good — 2g sugar
  3. Siggi's Plain 0% — 3g sugar

For Taste (Flavored Options)

  1. Noosa — 290 cal, 30g sugar (tastes like dessert, not a diet food)
  2. Chobani Flip — 180 cal, fun mix-in textures
  3. Icelandic Provisions — 130 cal, rich and creamy with moderate sugar

The Sugar Trap in Flavored Yogurt

Plain yogurt has 4-7g of naturally occurring sugar (lactose). Flavored yogurt can have 19-30g — that's 3-6 teaspoons of added sugar per cup.

YogurtTotal SugarAdded Sugar
Chobani Plain4g0g
Chobani Strawberry11g7g
Yoplait Original Strawberry19g12g
Noosa Raspberry30g22g
Dannon Fruit on Bottom21g15g

The fix: Buy plain yogurt and add your own toppings: berries (3g sugar/1/4 cup), honey (1 tsp = 6g sugar but you control the amount), or a drizzle of maple syrup.

How to Build a High-Protein Yogurt Bowl (Under 250 cal)

  • Plain Greek yogurt, 0% (1 cup) — 130 cal, 22g protein
  • Mixed berries (1/2 cup) — 40 cal
  • 1 tbsp granola — 30 cal
  • Drizzle of honey (1 tsp) — 21 cal
  • Sprinkle of chia seeds (1 tsp) — 17 cal
  • Total: 238 cal, 24g protein, 3g fiber

Track your yogurt bowls with Nutrify and use our Protein Calculator to hit your daily target.

Часто Задаваемые Вопросы

Найдите ответы на популярные вопросы

  • Oikos Pro and Ratio Protein tie at 25g protein per 5.3 oz serving. Among standard Greek yogurts, Fage Total 0% has 22g per 7 oz container. Plain Greek yogurt consistently delivers more protein than flavored varieties because flavoring adds sugar and dilutes protein concentration.

  • For protein, absolutely. Greek yogurt is strained 3 times, removing liquid whey and concentrating protein to 14-25g per serving vs. 5-8g for regular yogurt. Greek yogurt also has less sugar (4-7g vs. 12-20g) and more satiating texture. The only downside is it typically costs 25-50% more.

  • Yes — high-protein yogurt is one of the best weight loss foods. Studies show that high-protein dairy promotes satiety, preserves lean muscle during calorie restriction, and may increase fat loss. Choose plain, nonfat Greek yogurt (80-130 cal, 14-22g protein) over flavored varieties (150-290 cal with added sugar).

  • Yes — yogurt's casein protein digests slowly over 6-8 hours, providing a steady supply of amino acids during sleep for muscle recovery. Plain Greek yogurt or cottage cheese are the best bedtime dairy options. Avoid high-sugar yogurts before bed as they can disrupt sleep.

  • Both are strained and high in protein. Icelandic yogurt (skyr) is traditionally strained more aggressively, making it thicker and slightly higher in protein per serving. In practice, modern Greek and Icelandic yogurts are very similar nutritionally. Choose based on texture preference — skyr tends to be thicker and more tangy. Use our Macro Calculator to plan your daily nutrition.

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