Description
This creamy and chocolatey chia pudding is packed with plant-based protein and healthy fats, making it an ideal vegan breakfast or post-workout snack. Quick to prepare and naturally sweetened, it features rich cocoa flavor and wholesome chia seeds for a nutritious, satisfying treat.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 scoop plant-based/vegan protein powder (chocolate or vanilla flavor)
- 1 cup plant-based milk (such as almond or soy)
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup or agave syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Pinch of sea salt
Optional Toppings
- Coconut whip
- Cacao nibs
- Fresh berries
- Dark chocolate shavings
- Dairy-free yogurt
- Sliced banana
- Spoonful of peanut butter
Instructions
- Mix the Ingredients: In a bowl or jar, whisk together the plant-based milk, protein powder, cocoa powder, vanilla extract (if using), maple syrup, and a pinch of sea salt until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add the Chia Seeds: Stir in the chia seeds thoroughly to ensure they are evenly distributed in the liquid base.
- Let it Sit for 5 Minutes: Allow the mixture to rest for 5 minutes, then give it another stir to prevent any chia seed clumps and to distribute the seeds evenly.
- Chill & Thicken: Cover the bowl or jar and place it in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or ideally overnight, to allow the pudding to thicken and develop a creamy texture.
- Top & Serve: Before serving, stir the pudding once more and add your favorite toppings such as coconut whip, cacao nibs, fresh berries, dark chocolate shavings, dairy-free yogurt, sliced banana, or peanut butter for added flavor and texture.
Notes
- This chia pudding keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 4–5 days, making it excellent for meal prepping.
- Adjust sweetness by adding more or less maple syrup or agave to taste.
- Use your preferred plant-based milk to customize flavor and consistency.
- For a thicker pudding, increase chia seeds to 3 tablespoons.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 1 cup)
- Calories: 200 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
