Ingredients
Milk 1 1/2 cups
Chocolate Protein Powder 2 scoops (approx. 50-60g)
Unsweetened Cocoa Powder 1/4 cup
Sweetener (maple syrup, honey, or sugar-free alternative) 1-3 tablespoons
Chia Seeds 2 tablespoons
Vanilla Extract 1 teaspoon
Pinch of Salt 1/4 teaspoon
Instructions
1. Gather your ingredients.
2. Combine liquids and sweetener: Pour the milk into a high-speed blender. Add your chosen sweetener and the vanilla extract.
3. Add dry ingredients: Add the chocolate protein powder, unsweetened cocoa powder, chia seeds, and the pinch of salt to the blender.
4. Blend until smooth: Secure the lid on your blender. Blend on high speed for 1-2 minutes until completely smooth. Scrape down the sides if needed and blend again.
5. Pour into serving dishes: Divide the blended mixture evenly into small jars, ramekins, or dessert bowls.
6. Chill thoroughly: Cover each dish and refrigerate for at least 2-4 hours, preferably overnight, for the pudding to set.
7. Serve and enjoy: Once chilled and set, add your favorite toppings and serve.
Notes
For best results, use a high-speed blender for a smooth texture. Adjust sweetness to your liking after blending, depending on the sweetness of your protein powder. Chilling time is crucial; do not rush it. You can customize with flavors like mint, orange, or peanut butter. Store in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3-5 days. This pudding is not suitable for freezing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (no cooking)
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Blending, Chilling
- Cuisine: American, Health-Conscious
- Diet: Can be made gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan, dairy-free, nut-free, sugar-free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/2 cup)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 15mg