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Chocolate chia seed protein pudding recipe – high-protein healthy dessert with Greek yogurt and cocoa powder

Chocolate Chia Seed Protein Pudding

A no-bake, make-ahead high-protein pudding that comes together in 10 minutes and sets overnight. With chia seeds, chocolate protein powder, and cocoa, each serving delivers 28 grams of protein.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

Base
  • 4 tablespoons chia seeds
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/3 cup chocolate protein powder
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 tablespoon natural sweetener (optional if you want it sweeter)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Directions
 

  1. In a bowl, add all of your ingredients for the recipe and mix everything together.
  2. Either leave the contents in the bowl or transfer the contents into a 16 ounce mason jar.
  3. Store in the refrigerator for at least 6-8 hours, preferably overnight if possible.
  4. Serve.

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Notes

Let it sit overnight for the best texture - the chia seeds need the time to fully absorb the milk and create a creamy, pudding-like consistency.