Description
This Protein Chia Pudding is a delicious and nutritious breakfast or snack option packed with vanilla protein powder, chia seeds, and almond milk. Creamy Greek yogurt and a crunchy granola topping make it a satisfying and healthy treat, perfect for a quick meal or post-workout fuel.
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, for topping
- Nut butter, for topping
Instructions
- Mix protein and almond milk: In a bowl or mason jar, whisk together the almond milk and vanilla protein powder until the protein powder has fully dissolved. If using a mason jar, secure the lid and shake the mixture vigorously to combine.
- Add chia and sweetener: Add the chia seeds, maple syrup (or your preferred sweetener), and optional vanilla extract. Stir or shake the mixture well to blend all ingredients evenly. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes, then stir or shake again to break up any chia clumps.
- Refrigerate to set: Cover the mixture and place it in the refrigerator to set for 2 hours or overnight. The chia pudding should thicken and become creamy, no longer liquid.
- Serve with toppings: When ready to serve, divide the chia pudding into two glasses. Layer or top each serving with ¼ cup of Greek yogurt, granola, fresh berries, and nut butter or other toppings of your choice for added texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use unsweetened almond milk to control sugar content and keep the pudding creamy.
- Adjust the maple syrup or sweetener amount to your preference or dietary needs.
- Overnight setting yields the best texture but at least 2 hours is needed for chia seeds to absorb liquid properly.
- Use non-dairy yogurt for a vegan or dairy-free option.
- Stir the pudding a couple of times during the setting period to avoid clumping.
- Granola and nut butter toppings add crunch and protein but can be omitted for a lower-calorie version.
