Farmers Union Greek Style High Protein Yogurt Vanilla
Farmers Union Greek Style High Protein Yogurt Vanilla: independently scored 10.0/10 on Protein Score and 8.9/10 on Clean Score by ProteinScore.
15.3g protein per serve · 110 cal · 3g sugar · 90mg sodium · 150g serve.
Overview
This pouch from Farmers Union is built for convenience, delivering a proper protein hit in a format you can throw in a bag. It sidesteps the usual trap of flavoured yoghurts, which often push sugar levels into dessert territory. Instead, it uses a natural sweetener to deliver a vanilla flavour while keeping the sugar to just the naturally occurring lactose from milk. The base is a Greek-style strained yoghurt, which is how it gets that higher protein density. The ingredient list also calls out the live cultures by name - S. thermophilus and L. bulgaricus - which is a good sign for shoppers who want their yoghurt to be more than just a sweet snack. It's a thoughtful balance of flavour, function, and convenience. Compared with the brand's Greek Style High Protein yoghurt Blueberry, this vanilla version matches the protein and has fractionally less sugar. With 10.2g of protein per 100g, it sits comfortably above the 7.4g/100g yoghurt category average we track, and its ingredient count of 12 is right on the typical number for the aisle. We see this as a genuinely useful product for anyone needing a quick, reliable protein source without having to mix a shake or read every label in the chiller. It's a grab-and-go solution that doesn't compromise on the protein goal.
Protein Score: 10.0/10
Stack this against the brand's standard Greek yoghurt pouches and the protein difference is stark - more than double the density. The 15.3g of protein in this single 150g pouch earns a 9.3/10, landing it at the top of the chiller for protein per calorie. The 10.2g of protein per 100g clears the 6-10g benchmark for a typical Greek yoghurt, pushing it into genuine high-protein territory. It's a significant step up from the brand's own standard pouches, which sit around the 4-6g mark, making this a much more efficient way to hit your protein targets. This makes it a legitimate option for a post-workout refuel or a breakfast that will actually keep you full, without needing to reach for a protein shake. The protein-per-calorie is strong, making it an efficient choice for anyone tracking their macros.
Clean Score: 8.9/10
Using a thickener for a consistent texture and a natural sweetener to avoid added sugar is the trade-off for this pouch's convenience. With just two additives on the list, this product scores 8.9/10, sitting comfortably above the category average for ingredient simplicity. The ingredient list is headed by milk solids and skim milk, as expected. The thickener is a modified starch (1442) and the sweetener is from the stevia plant (steviol glycosides), which explains how it achieves a sweet vanilla flavour with only 2g of naturally occurring sugar per 100g. For a flavoured product in a convenient pouch, the ingredient list is short. It avoids artificial colours and preservatives, making it a strong choice for shoppers who read the label but still want a grab-and-go option that doesn't feel overly processed.
Wins
- Delivers a strong 15.3g of protein in a single 150g pouch.
- Contains no added sugar, with just 2g per 100g from natural lactose.
- Includes live cultures S. thermophilus and L. bulgaricus.
Watch outs
- Uses a thickener (1442) to achieve its texture.
- Sweetened with stevia, which some may find has a distinct aftertaste.
- Lower in fat than traditional full-fat Greek yoghurt.
Ingredients
MILK SOLIDS, SKIM MILK, WATER, CREAM (MILK), THICKENER (1442), NATURAL FLAVOUR, VANILLA BEAN (0.01%), ACIDITY REGULATORS (330, 331), SALT, NATURAL SWEETENER (STEVIOL GLYCOSIDES), LIVE YOGURT CULTURES (MILK) (S. THERMOPHILUS, L. BULGARICUS).
12 ingredients.
Frequently asked questions
- Does this yoghurt have live cultures?
- Yes, it contains the live yoghurt cultures S. thermophilus and L. bulgaricus. These are two of the most common strains used to ferment milk and turn it into yoghurt. While many yoghurts contain live cultures, having them explicitly named on the pack is a good sign of a traditional fermentation process. We'd choose it for a classic yoghurt base with a protein boost.
- How does this compare to regular Farmers Union Greek yoghurt?
- This high-protein version has more than double the protein of the standard Farmers Union Greek Style Yoghurt. This pouch contains 10.2g of protein per 100g, whereas the brand's regular pouches sit around 4.2g per 100g. The trade-off is a longer ingredient list with a thickener and sweetener to create the flavoured, low-sugar profile. We'd pick this one for a protein boost, but the standard pouch for a cleaner label.
- Is the sugar in this yoghurt added or natural?
- The sugar is entirely from naturally occurring lactose in the milk. This pouch contains no added sugar, which is rare for a flavoured yoghurt. The 2g of sugar per 100g is very low compared to the typical 10-14g found in many flavoured yoghurts, as it uses stevia for sweetness instead. This makes it a great choice if you're watching your added sugar intake.
- Where can I buy this yoghurt?
- Farmers Union Greek Style High Protein yoghurt is widely available in major Australian supermarkets. It is catalogued at both Coles and Woolworths in the chilled dairy aisle. Availability can vary by store location, but you'll typically find it alongside other single-serve yoghurt pouches. It may also be available directly from the brand.
- Is this thick enough to be a dessert replacement?
- Yes, its thick, creamy texture makes it a solid dessert replacement. It uses a thickener (1442) which gives it a substantial, dessert-like consistency that's more robust than a standard yoghurt. Combined with the vanilla flavour and sweetness from stevia, it can satisfy a sweet craving without the high sugar content of ice cream or mousse. We'd grab it for a lighter-feeling sweet treat after dinner.