High Protein Chocolate Chia Pudding: Easy and Indulgent Treat
High Protein Chocolate Chia Pudding is a deliciously easy treat packed with protein, perfect for a satisfying dessert or snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Refrigerate
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup chia seeds
- 2 cups almond milk
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the chia seeds, almond milk, cocoa powder, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and sea salt until well combined.
- Let the mixture sit for about 10 minutes to allow the chia seeds to swell.
- Stir again to break up any clumps.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight, until thickened.
- Serve chilled, garnished with fresh fruit or nuts if desired.
Notes
- For a richer chocolate flavor, use dark cocoa powder.
- Feel free to adjust the sweetness to your taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 8 grams
- Sodium: 150 milligrams
- Fat: 9 grams
- Saturated Fat: 1 gram
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 25 grams
- Fiber: 12 grams
- Protein: 8 grams
- Cholesterol: 0 milligrams