Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or dairy milk)
- 1 scoop vanilla or chocolate protein powder
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (optional for extra creaminess)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1-2 teaspoons maple syrup or honey (to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a bowl or blender, whisk together milk, protein powder, yogurt (if using), chia seeds, vanilla extract, sweetener, and salt until smooth.
- Let the mixture rest for 5-10 minutes, then whisk again to remove lumps. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to thicken.
- Before serving, give it a quick stir and top with berries, nuts, or a dusting of cocoa if desired.
Notes
- Chilling time can be extended up to 4 hours for a thicker pudding.
- For vegan version, use plant-based protein powder and dairy-free yogurt.
- Adjust sweetness to taste by adding more or less maple syrup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Method: Chill and set
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High-Protein, Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 180 Kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
