Creamy Chocolate Chia Pudding (higher protein!)Alexis Joseph, MS, RD
A rich, creamy high-protein chocolate chia pudding made with Greek yogurt, soy milk, and cacao powder, perfect for breakfast or dessert in a hurry.
Equipment
- 1 Mixing bowl
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 ½ cups unsweetened soy milk or any higher protein milk like dairy milk
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt 2% fat preferred
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup plus more if desired
- 1 ½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- ⅛ teaspoon fine sea salt
- ⅓ cup chia seeds
- 3 tablespoons cacao powder make sure it’s pure
- Toppings chopped strawberries, cacao nibs, and peanut butter as desired
Instructions
Instructions
- Whisk soy milk, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, vanilla extract, sea salt, and cacao powder in a medium bowl until smooth.
- Stir in the chia seeds until fully combined.
- Cover the bowl with a plate or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
- After 10–15 minutes, stir once to prevent clumping.
- Before serving, stir pudding again and scoop into bowls; top with strawberries, cacao nibs, or peanut butter.
Notes
Store leftovers in airtight containers in the fridge for 3–5 days. Stir before serving. Add a splash of milk if it thickens too much. Great for breakfast or snack with fresh toppings.