Protein Chia Seed Pudding (32g Protein Per Serving)

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Protein Chia Seed Pudding (32g Protein Per Serving)

This protein chia seed pudding is creamy, filling, and made with just six simple ingredients. Each jar delivers 32 grams of protein, making it the ultimate make-ahead breakfast, healthy snack, or post-workout refuel that tastes like dessert.

Prep Time5

Chill time1

Total Time1 5

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Diet: Gluten Free

Servings: servings

Author: Mary Smith

Equipment

blender

Ingredients

¼ cup chia seeds or Zen Basil Seeds for more fiber
¼ cup raw cacao powder
1 cup cottage cheese or plain Greek yogurt. I like Good Culture brand for cottage cheese
¾ cup almond milk or milk of choice
¼ cup chocolate or vanilla protein powder
1 tbsp maple syrup

Instructions

Combine all ingredients in a high speed blender and blend for 30 seconds. Divide equally between 2 containers and place in the refrigerator for 1 hour up to overnight
Top with berries or whipped cream and enjoy!

Notes

Vegan protein chia pudding: Use a plant-based protein powder and swap cottage cheese for thick coconut yogurt or a vegan Greek yogurt alternative.
Nut-free option: Replace almond milk with oat or soy milk. These jars stack neatly in the fridge, which makes me weirdly happy when I’m meal prepping for the week.
Meal prep friendly: Make a double batch, portion into jars, and store in the fridge for up to 3 days. I usually prep extra on Sunday night so I’ve got breakfast ready for busy school mornings.

Serving Tips

Serve your protein chia pudding with toppings of choice: fresh berries, banana slices, nuts, whipped cream, a scoop of nut butter, a sprinkle of cinnamon, homemade granola, coconut flakes, chocolate chips, and more! These jars work great for a perfect healthy breakfast, snack, or treat.

Storage Tips

Store chia protein pudding in an airtight container or mason jar with a lid in the fridge and eat within 2-3 days. Give it a good stir and eat it as is, or top it with your favorite toppings.

To meal prep, divide into individual meal prep containers and store in the refrigerator. I recommend making a double batch as this recipe makes 2 servings.

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