Description
This High-Protein Chocolate Peanut Butter Chia Seed Pudding is rich, creamy, and indulgent while being packed with nourishing ingredients. With chocolate protein powder, peanut butter, and fiber-rich chia seeds, it’s a perfect make-ahead breakfast or post-workout snack that satisfies and energizes.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
- 3/4 cup milk or plant-based milk
- 1 scoop (about 25g) chocolate protein powder
- 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tbsp peanut butter
- 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a bowl or jar, whisk together the milk, chocolate protein powder, and cocoa powder until smooth and no lumps remain.
- Add the peanut butter, maple syrup (or honey), vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Whisk again until creamy and well combined.
- Stir in the chia seeds, making sure they’re evenly distributed.
- Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes, then stir again to prevent clumping.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight until thickened.
- Before serving, stir well and top with your favorite additions like fruit, nuts, or extra peanut butter.
Notes
- For extra sweetness, adjust maple syrup to taste.
- If pudding is too thick after chilling, stir in a splash of milk.
- Make it vegan by using plant-based milk and vegan protein powder.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
