Description
A delicious and nutritious high protein chocolate chia pudding made with plant-based ingredients, perfect for a vegan and gluten-free diet. This pudding combines the richness of cocoa and the power of chia seeds and plant-based protein powder to deliver a creamy, satisfying snack or breakfast topped with fresh berries, coconut whip, cacao nibs, and dark chocolate.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Mixture
- 1/2 cup Chia Seeds
- 1/4 cup Cocoa Powder (unsweetened)
- 1 scoop Plant-Based/Vegan Protein Powder (chocolate or vanilla flavor)
- 1 cup Plant-Based Milk (e.g., Almond or Soy)
- 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup or Agave (or date syrup for a lower glycemic option)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (optional)
- a pinch Sea Salt
Toppings
- 1/4 cup Coconut Whip
- 2 tablespoons Cacao Nibs
- 1/2 cup Fresh Berries (e.g., blueberries or strawberries)
- 1 ounce Dark Chocolate (cut into pieces)
Instructions
- Mix the Ingredients: In a bowl or jar, whisk together almond milk, plant-based protein powder, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, maple syrup, and a pinch of sea salt until smooth and creamy.
- Add Chia Seeds: Gently stir in the chia seeds, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Let it Sit: Allow the mixture to rest for 5 minutes, then stir again to prevent any clumping of the chia seeds.
- Chill & Thicken: Cover the bowl or jar and refrigerate for at least 2 hours—better yet, overnight—to achieve that wonderfully thick, creamy texture.
- Top & Serve: Before serving, give it a final stir and add your favorite toppings, such as fresh berries, coconut whip, cacao nibs, and dark chocolate pieces, for that extra flair and added texture.
Notes
- Use cocoa powder without added sugar for best results and control sweetness.
- Adjust the amount of maple syrup or agave to your preferred sweetness level or substitute with a low glycemic syrup like date syrup.
- For best texture, refrigerate the pudding overnight.
- You can swap fresh berries for any seasonal fruit.
- Ensure your protein powder is plant-based and vegan-friendly if that is a dietary concern.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack, Breakfast, Dessert
- Method: No-cook, Refrigerate
- Cuisine: Vegan, Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 pudding (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 70 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 12 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: High Protein, Chocolate, Chia Pudding, Vegan, Gluten-Free, Plant-Based, Healthy Snack, Breakfast
