High Protein Chocolate Chia Seed Pudding
A decadent yet nutritious chocolate chia seed pudding packed with protein and omega-3s, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 130 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Refrigeration
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 2 cups almond milk (or any plant-based milk)
- 1 scoop chocolate protein powder
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup (or sweetener of choice)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together the almond milk, chocolate protein powder, cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt until well blended.
- Stir in the chia seeds, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Set the bowl aside for about 10 minutes, then stir again to prevent clumping.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or ideally overnight, to thicken properly.
- Once set, serve the pudding topped with fresh fruits, nuts, or seeds as desired.
Notes
This pudding can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Best enjoyed cold.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg