Description
A creamy, rich chocolate chia pudding packed with plant-based protein and healthy fats. This no-cook recipe is perfect for a quick breakfast, snack, or post-workout treat.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons chia seeds
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 scoop plant-based protein powder
1 cup plant-based milk
3 tablespoons maple syrup or agave
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- In a bowl or jar, whisk together the plant-based milk, protein powder, cocoa powder, maple syrup or agave, vanilla extract, and sea salt until smooth.
- Add the chia seeds and stir thoroughly to distribute evenly.
- 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.
- Stir once more before serving and add desired toppings if using.
Notes
For deeper flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon or instant espresso powder.
Adjust sweetness by increasing or reducing maple syrup or agave.
For thicker pudding, add more chia seeds; for thinner texture, add more plant-based milk.
Top with berries, banana slices, nut butter, granola, coconut flakes, or cacao nibs.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and stir before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
