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High Protein Chocolate Chia Pudding (Vegan & Gluten-Free)

A creamy, plant-based chocolate chia pudding packed with protein and naturally sweetened for a healthy breakfast or dessert.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tbsp chia seeds
  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 scoop plant-based protein powder
  • 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1-2 tbsp maple syrup to taste
  • 0.5 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups

Method
 

  1. Whisk almond milk, cocoa powder, protein powder, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
  2. Stir in chia seeds until evenly combined.
  3. Let sit 5 minutes, stir again, then cover and refrigerate.
  4. Chill at least 2 hours or overnight until thickened.
  5. Stir before serving and add toppings if desired.

Notes

Adjust sweetness and thickness by adding more milk or sweetener before serving.