Description
This Protein Chia Pudding is a nutritious and delicious breakfast or snack option, packed with protein and fiber. Made with vanilla protein powder, chia seeds, almond milk, and Greek yogurt, it’s a wholesome dish that’s easy to prepare and perfect for a quick, healthy meal or post-workout refuel. Easily customizable with your favorite toppings like fresh berries, granola, and nut butter.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 1 scoop (25 grams) vanilla protein powder
- 1 ½ cups unsweetened vanilla almond milk
- 4 tablespoons chia seeds
- ½ tablespoon maple syrup, honey or sweetener of choice
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Serving
- ½ cup Greek yogurt (or non-dairy yogurt)
- Granola, for topping
- Toppings: fresh berries, granola, and nut butter
Instructions
- Mix protein and almond milk: In a bowl or mason jar, whisk together almond milk and protein powder until the protein powder has completely dissolved. If using a mason jar, you can secure the lid and shake vigorously to combine.
- Add chia seeds and sweeteners: Add chia seeds, maple syrup (or honey/sweetener), and vanilla extract if using. Stir or shake the mixture again until well combined. Let the mixture rest for 5 minutes, then stir or shake once more to break up any clumps of chia seeds.
- Refrigerate to set: Cover the mixture and place it in the refrigerator to set for 1 to 2 hours or overnight. The pudding should become thick and creamy, not liquidy.
- Serve with toppings: When ready to eat, portion the chia pudding into two glasses, layering with granola if desired. Top each serving with ¼ cup Greek yogurt, fresh berries, additional granola, nut butter, or your preferred toppings.
Notes
- You can use any type of plant-based milk if you prefer dairy-free.
- Adjust the sweetness level to your taste by adding more or less sweetener.
- For a smoother pudding, soak for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Protein powder flavor can be swapped to chocolate or unflavored depending on preference.
- Remove or replace yogurt with dairy-free alternatives to make it vegan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
