High-Protein Chocolate Peanut Butter Chia Seed Pudding That Will Transform Your Mornings! Recipe
This High-Protein Chocolate Peanut Butter Chia Seed Pudding is a delicious and nutritious breakfast option that combines creamy peanut butter, rich cocoa, and fiber-packed chia seeds for a satisfying start to your day. Perfect for meal prep, it offers customizable sweetness and optional protein powder to boost your energy and keep you full longer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 to 12 hours (including chilling time)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- ½ cup (80 g) chia seeds
- 2 cups (480 ml) unsweetened non-dairy milk (soy, oat, or almond; or dairy milk if preferred)
- ¼ cup (60 g) natural peanut butter
- 3 Tbsp (18 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1–2 Tbsp (15–30 ml) maple syrup or honey
- 1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla extract
- Optional: 1 scoop (~30 g) chocolate protein powder
Instructions
- Blend the Base: In a blender or mixing bowl, combine the non-dairy milk, peanut butter, maple syrup or honey, vanilla extract, and protein powder if using. Blend or whisk vigorously until smooth and free of peanut butter streaks, about 30 seconds in a blender or 1–2 minutes by hand.
- Incorporate the Cocoa: Add the unsweetened cocoa powder to the liquid mixture. Blend or whisk again until fully dissolved and the mixture is glossy and uniform in color with no dry pockets.
- Stir in the Chia Seeds: Pour the chocolate-peanut butter mixture into a large bowl. Fold in the chia seeds using a spatula or whisk, ensuring each seed is evenly coated to prevent clumping and encourage even hydration.
- Portion & Chill: Divide the mixture evenly into four 8-oz (240 ml) jars or airtight containers, leaving headspace. Seal tightly and refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours; overnight (8 hours) chilling yields the best texture.
- Final Stir & Serve: Before eating, stir each jar well to redistribute any settled chia seeds. Top with your choice of fresh fruit, nuts, or other toppings, then enjoy.
Notes
- For an extra-smooth texture, blend the chia mixture again just before chilling.
- To lower fat, substitute half the peanut butter with powdered peanut butter and mix with water accordingly.
- Add 2 Tbsp dark chocolate chips before portioning for a double chocolate treat.
- Use sunflower seed or almond butter as a nut-free alternative.
- A pinch of sea salt enhances the sweetness and chocolate flavor.
- Store sealed in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 1 month without toppings.
- Adjust sweetness to taste, especially if using dairy milk or different sweeteners.
- If pudding is too runny, increase chia seeds or extend hydration time.
- For keto-friendly version, replace maple syrup with erythritol and use full-fat coconut milk without protein powder.
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