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Evergreen Kitchen's Chocolate Chia Pudding topped with yogurt and raspberries.
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High Protein Chocolate Chia Pudding

This High Protein Chocolate Chia Pudding makes healthy eating feel like a treat! Just 5 minutes to make and tastes like a rich, dark chocolate dessert. With 25 grams of protein and 18 grams of fiber per serving, this low-sugar recipe is perfect for busy weeks. It makes a fantastic on-the-go breakfast or snack. (Vegan, Gluten Free).
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Servings: 1
Author: Bri Beaudoin

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup chia seeds (see note 1)
  • 1 tbsp cocoa powder (Dutch Process, see note 2)
  • ½ scoop vanilla protein powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 cup unsweetened plain soy milk (or regular milk)
  • 1⅓ tsp maple syrup
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Instructions

  • Mix dry: Add ¼ cup chia seeds, 1 tbsp cocoa powder, ⅛ teaspoon cinnamon, and ½ scoop vanilla protein powder to a resealable container. Stir very well with a fork to mix.
  • Add wet: Pour in 1 cup unsweetened plain soy milk and 1⅓ tsp maple syrup. Stir vigorously with a fork until fully mixed.
  • Chill and stir: Put in the container in the fridge to chill. After 1 to 2 hours, stir it again, to break up any clumps at the bottom (note 3). Refrigerate overnight. Stir again before serving. Add your favorite toppings, if desired (note 4).

Notes

  1. Chia seeds: Use whole chia seeds, not ground chia. You can use black or white chia seeds. 
  2. Cocoa powder: I prefer the taste and look of Dutch Process cocoa powder in this recipe. It's less sharp and acidic than regular natural cocoa powder. It gives the dish a dark chocolate, dessert-like taste without using much sweetener. 
  3. Stirring chia: Chia seeds tend to clump in liquid. It's very important to stir them vigorously right when you add the milk, and again as it chills. Otherwise, the chia seeds can clump at the bottom and not absorb the liquid properly to set it. 
  4. Topping ideas: Completely optional, but you could top with Greek yogurt, chopped chocolate, fresh berries, etc.
  5. Storage tips: Keep in the fridge, covered, for up to 4 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 385kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 13g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 137mg | Potassium: 627mg | Fiber: 18g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 527IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 667mg | Iron: 5mg