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Chocolate protein chia pudding in a glass jar topped with fresh raspberries and dark chocolate chunks.
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Chocolate Protein Chia Pudding

Creamy, chocolatey overnight pudding packed with 20g protein that tastes like dessert but fuels your morning.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 285
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Base
  • 0.5 cup chia seeds black or white
  • 2 cups unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice
  • 2 scoops chocolate protein powder about 60g total; whey or plant-based
  • 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder for deeper chocolate flavor
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey; adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.25 tsp fine sea salt enhances chocolate
For Topping
  • 0.5 cup Greek yogurt optional, for extra creaminess
  • 1 cup fresh berries raspberries or strawberries
  • 2 tbsp cacao nibs for crunch

Equipment

  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • 4 small jars or containers with lids

Method
 

Prep
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together chia seeds, protein powder, cocoa powder, and salt until no lumps remain. This prevents clumping when you add liquid.
  2. Pour in almond milk, maple syrup, and vanilla. Whisk vigorously for 30 seconds until fully combined. The mixture will be thin; this is normal.
  3. Let sit for 5 minutes, then whisk again to break up any clumps starting to form. This second whisk is key for smooth pudding.
  4. Divide between 4 jars or containers. Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, until thickened to a pudding consistency.
  5. Before serving, give each jar a good stir. The pudding thickens as it sits; if too thick, thin with a splash of milk. Top with yogurt, berries, and cacao nibs.

Notes

For the smoothest texture, use a blender bottle to shake the mixture instead of whisking. The pudding keeps for 5 days refrigerated, making it ideal for weekly meal prep. If your protein powder is already sweetened, reduce or omit the maple syrup and taste before chilling.