Description
This Protein Chia Pudding recipe is a nutritious and delicious breakfast or snack option that combines vanilla protein powder, chia seeds, and almond milk to create a creamy and filling pudding. Topped with Greek yogurt, fresh berries, granola, and nut butter, it's a perfect balance of protein, healthy fats, and fiber to keep you energized.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 scoop (25 grams) vanilla protein powder
- 1 ½ cups unsweetened vanilla almond milk, plus more as needed
- 4 Tablespoons chia seeds
- ½ Tablespoon maple syrup, honey or sweetener of choice
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- ½ cup Greek yogurt or non-dairy yogurt
Toppings
- Granola, for topping
- Fresh berries
- Nut butter
Instructions
- Mix protein powder and almond milk: In a bowl or mason jar, whisk together almond milk and protein powder until protein powder has dissolved completely. If using a mason jar, secure the lid and shake the mixture to combine thoroughly.
- Add chia seeds and sweeteners: Add chia seeds, maple syrup (or sweetener of choice), and vanilla extract if using. Stir or shake the mixture until it's well combined. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes, then stir or shake again to break up any clumps of chia seeds.
- Refrigerate to set: Cover the mixture and place it in the fridge to set for 1-2 hours or overnight. The pudding should thicken and have a creamy, not liquidy, consistency.
- Assemble and serve: When ready to serve, scoop the chia pudding into two glasses or bowls. Add layers of granola if desired. Top each serving with ¼ cup of Greek yogurt, fresh berries, additional granola, and nut butter or other favorite toppings.
Notes
- Use non-dairy yogurt to keep this recipe vegan-friendly.
- Adjust almond milk quantity to reach your desired pudding consistency.
- Maple syrup can be substituted with honey or any sweetener you prefer.
- For extra protein boost, use protein powder that suits your dietary needs.
- Letting the pudding sit overnight improves flavor and texture.
- Optional toppings like nuts or seeds add crunch and nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 9 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
