Description
A delicious and nutritious Protein Chia Pudding that combines vanilla protein powder, chia seeds, and almond milk for a creamy, high-protein breakfast or snack. Topped with Greek yogurt, granola, fresh berries, and nut butter for added texture and flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1 scoop (25 grams) vanilla protein powder
- 1 1/2 cups unsweetened vanilla almond milk, plus more as needed
- 4 Tablespoons chia seeds
- 1/2 Tablespoon maple syrup, honey or sweetener of choice
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (or non-dairy yogurt)
Toppings
- Granola, for topping
- Fresh berries, for topping
- Nut butter, for topping
Instructions
- Mix the protein and almond milk: In a bowl or mason jar, whisk together the almond milk and vanilla protein powder until the protein powder is fully dissolved. If using a mason jar, secure the lid and shake thoroughly.
- Add chia seeds and flavorings: Stir in the chia seeds, maple syrup (or preferred sweetener), and vanilla extract if using. Stir or shake the mixture until everything is well combined. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes, then stir or shake again to break up any chia seed clumps.
- Refrigerate to set: Cover the container and refrigerate the pudding for 1 to 2 hours, or preferably overnight, until it becomes thick and pudding-like rather than liquidy.
- Assemble and serve: When ready to eat, divide the chia pudding evenly into two glasses or bowls. Layer with granola if desired. Top each serving with 1/4 cup Greek yogurt, fresh berries, additional granola, nut butter, or any preferred toppings.
Notes
- Use a mason jar for easy mixing and storage.
- Adjust the amount of almond milk to achieve your desired pudding consistency.
- Maple syrup, honey, or any sweetener of choice can be used depending on dietary preferences.
- For a vegan or dairy-free version, substitute Greek yogurt with a plant-based yogurt.
- Letting the chia pudding sit overnight in the fridge provides the best texture.
- Add nuts or seeds for extra crunch if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
