Protein chia pudding

This high protein chia pudding is healthy and really easy to make. Made with only 3 ingredients, stir together, store in the fridge overnight and you have a delicious breakfast waiting for you in the morning!

I make chia pudding all year round, it is such a great breakfast! This recipe has added protein powder to keep you full for longer.

I have a lot of great chia pudding recipes It is so easy to make and easy to customise to your tastebuds. I love adding lots of toppings to my chia pudding, some great add-ons are chia jam, fresh berries and homemade granola. In this recipe I have topped it with my healthy air fryer granola.

Ingredients to make this Protein chia pudding

All you need to make this recipe are 3 simple ingredients!

• Almond milk I love unsweetened almond milk and use it in most of my recipes. You can also substitute for any other kind of plant based milk, or regular milk for non vegan.
• Chia seeds, they are high in fiber, antioxidants and protein
• Protein powder, in this recipe I used a vanilla flavoured vegan protein powder. Use your favourite!

See recipe card for quantities.

Instructions

Making Protein chia pudding is really easy!

Grab a bowl, a small whisk and the ingredients. Add the chia seeds to the bowl with the protein powder. Stir and then pour in the almond milk and stir again.

Pour the chia pudding into 2 serving glasses, cover and place in the fridge for at least 4 hours or preferably over night until it thickens.

When you are ready to serve the next morning, that them out of the fridge and add your favourite toppings.

Add-ins and toppings

I love adding lots of topping to my chia pudding. Here are a few of my favourites.

• Granola – I love the extra crunch it adds to the creamy chia pudding. Try my Chocolate Banana Granola for a little extra chocolate addition.
• Berries – here I have added raspberries but other great options are, strawberries, blueberries, banana, kiwi or what ever you have at hope and feel in the mood for! I like to add the fruit and or berries right before serving. Otherwise they can go soft and mushy.
• Yoghurt – it makes a great topping, a little extra creaminess and flavour contrast. I used an unsweetened greek yoghurt style that is thicker in consistency.
• Jam – Chia jam is a great addition here! Try my strawberry chia jam
• Spices – If you like to kick the flavours up a notch, off in a sprinkle of cinnamon, a little vanilla extract or some cardamon. This all depends on the flavour of your protein powder.
• Nut butter – For a little extra protein and a whole lot of extra yummy, add a drizzle of your favourite nut butter. I love to add a little of this homemade Pecan Almond Butter 
• Maple syrup – A drizzle is the perfect topping for you who likes your chia pudding a a little sweeter.

Substitutions

• Milk – instead of using almond milk you can use soy milk, coconut milk or any other kind of plant based milk. If you like it extra rich and creamy, coconut milk from a can can also be used. If you aren’t vegan, normal milk can also be used.
• Protein powder – I have used a vanilla flavoured vegan protein powder. What ever flavour you pick, that will be the flavour your chia pudding has. So use your favourite, caramel, chocolate or why not strawberry.
• Sweetener – When you have mixed together the ingredients taste it for sweetness. Depending on your protein powder, the sweetness will vary. If you like sweeter, add a little maple syrup.

Storage

Keep the chia pudding well covered or preferably in air tight containers. Store them in the fridge. Don’t add any add-ins or toppings until you are ready to serve. This will keep the chia pudding for longer and the toppings fresh and crispy. The chia pudding lasts for about 3-5 days in the fridge.

Top tip

• Stir the Ingredients together well, and then stir again! This will prevent lumps of chia seeds forming in you chia pudding.
• For best results, let the chia pudding cill out in the fridge overnight. If you are short on time, chill for a minimum of 4 hours.
• Taste the chia pudding. I don’t like it so sweet, so I don’t add any extra sweetener. I find it has enough from the protein powder. Agave syrup or coconut sugar can also be used.

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Enjoy!