High-Protein Chocolate Peanut Butter Chia Seed Pudding Recipe
This High-Protein Chocolate Peanut Butter Chia Seed Pudding is a creamy, nutritious breakfast that combines chia seeds, natural peanut butter, unsweetened cocoa powder, and optional chocolate protein powder. Rich in protein, fiber, and omega-3s, it offers a velvety texture and a deep chocolate-peanut butter flavor to transform your mornings. Perfect for make-ahead convenience and customizable with your favorite toppings.
- 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 recommended)
- 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 your blender or mixing bowl, combine the non-dairy milk, peanut butter, maple syrup or honey, vanilla extract, and optional protein powder. Blend or whisk vigorously until completely 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 with no dry pockets, forming a uniform and glossy chocolate mixture.
- Stir in the Chia Seeds: Pour the chocolate-peanut butter mixture into a large bowl. Add chia seeds and fold in with a spatula or whisk, ensuring every seed is coated to prevent clumping and promote even hydration.
- Portion & Chill: Divide the mixture evenly into four 8-oz (240 ml) mason jars or airtight containers, leaving a bit of headspace. Seal tightly and refrigerate for at least 4 hours; however, overnight chilling (8 hours) yields the best texture.
- Final Stir & Serve: When ready to eat, stir each jar well to redistribute any settled chia seeds. Add your favorite toppings such as fresh fruit, nuts, or a drizzle of almond butter, then enjoy.
Notes
- For a smoother pudding, blend the chia mixture again just before chilling.
- Reduce fat by swapping half the peanut butter with powdered peanut butter (2 Tbsp powder + 2 Tbsp water).
- Add 2 Tbsp dark chocolate chips before portioning for a melty double chocolate experience.
- Use sunflower-seed or almond butter to make it nut-free if allergic to peanuts.
- A pinch of sea salt can enhance sweetness and deepen chocolate flavor.
- Toppings suggestions include fresh berries, chopped peanuts, cacao nibs, granola, cinnamon, cayenne, or coconut whipped cream.
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