Chocolate Protein Chia Pudding (Vegan)
Chocolate protein chia pudding is a simple vegan recipe that you can enjoy as a nutritious breakfast, a filling snack, or even a decadent dessert. Made with chia seeds, almond milk, chocolate protein powder, and cocoa powder, this quick overnight treat is creamy, gluten-free, and requires no cooking.
Equipment
- 1 Small bowl
- 1 Spoon
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 2 tablespoons chocolate protein powder or your favorite protein powder
- 2 teaspoons cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup or agave/date syrup
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract optional
- ¾ cup unsweetened almond milk or any dairy-free milk
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients until well combined.2 tablespoons chia seeds, 2 tablespoons chocolate protein powder, 2 teaspoons cocoa powder
- Pour in wet ingredients and stir thoroughly, making sure the mixture is smooth and lump-free.1 tablespoon pure maple syrup, ½ teaspoon vanilla extract, ¾ cup unsweetened almond milk
- Cover the bowl and let it chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours or overnight, until the pudding sets and thickens.
Notes
- Store your chia pudding in an airtight container or individual jars in the fridge for up to 5 days. Stir before serving and add your favorite toppings.
- Mix thoroughly to avoid clumps of dry ingredients before chilling.
- Add more maple syrup or your preferred sweetener if you want it sweeter.
- For a thicker pudding, chill it longer. For a thinner pudding, add more milk.
- If you only have vanilla protein powder, it will work! Just add an extra teaspoon of cocoa powder for a richer chocolate flavor.
- Add toppings like fruits, nuts, granola, or yogurt for extra texture and flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 319kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 29gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 47mgSodium: 292mgPotassium: 260mgFiber: 10gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 88IUVitamin C: 0.4mgCalcium: 492mgIron: 4mg
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