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Creamy Protein Chia Seed Pudding

A creamy, high-protein chia pudding that sets up thick and spoonable — lightly sweetened and spiced with cinnamon, topped with fresh berries and crunchy almonds for texture.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time4 hours
Total Time4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients

Pudding Base

  • 2 cup unsweetened almond milk (or other milk)
  • 1/4 cup vanilla protein powder (about 30 g)
  • 1/2 cup chia seeds
  • 2 tbsp pure maple syrup (or honey)
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon adds warm flavor
  • 1/8 tsp fine sea salt a pinch to balance sweetness

Toppings (optional)

  • 1/2 cup mixed fresh berries blueberries, raspberries or sliced strawberries
  • 2 tbsp toasted chopped almonds or other chopped nuts for crunch

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Pour 1/2 cup of the almond milk into a medium bowl. Add the vanilla protein powder and whisk briskly until smooth and lump-free; creating a thin slurry helps prevent clumps later.
  • Stir the remaining 1 1/2 cups almond milk into the protein slurry, then whisk in maple syrup, ground cinnamon, and the pinch of salt until evenly distributed.
  • Add the chia seeds to the bowl and fold them in with a spoon so they’re fully moistened. Press the mixture down so the seeds aren’t floating on top.
  • Let the mixture rest at room temperature for 8–10 minutes, then give it a vigorous stir to break up any early clumps. This quick second stir helps the pudding set more evenly.
  • Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for the creamiest texture. The chia seeds will swell and thicken the mixture into a spoonable pudding.
  • After chilling, stir the pudding once more to loosen it. Divide into 4 servings and top each with mixed berries and a sprinkle of toasted almonds before serving.
  • If the pudding is too thick after chilling, thin it with a splash of almond milk and stir until you reach the desired consistency.

Notes

Make this up to 3 days ahead—store in an airtight container in the fridge. For a creamier, tangy twist stir in 1–2 tablespoons of plain yogurt before chilling.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Creamy Protein Chia Seed Pudding flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.