Protein Pudding Recipe
Treat your sweet tooth with this Protein Pudding Recipe. It’s a healthy snack or breakfast, loaded with extra protein. Add this to your list of high protein recipes, as it only takes a couple of minutes to make.
This delicious pudding really does have the best flavor plus 9 grams of protein. It’s such an easy way to add a protein boost to your day, without even realizing it. I love the creamy texture of his high protein snack.
If you’ve been looking for a healthy pudding recipe that is also a delicious treat, this is it. You’ll be hooked on the ease and flavor after your first time making it. It’s a great way to meal prep to have a workout snack ready, or even a light dessert to grab and enjoy.
If you’re a fan of protein recipes, be sure to try my Protein Milkshake Recipe and this Protein Cheesecake Recipe.
Ingredients
- Canned coconut milk – Helps to add thickness and flavor.
- Unsweetened vanilla almond milk – Helps to keep the shake the right texture.
- Chia seeds – Adds fiber to this easy protein pudding.
- Cocoa powder – This is what gives the protein chocolate pudding its flavor and color.
- Egg white protein powder – The protein powerhouse.
- Joy Filled Eats Sweetener – My go-to natural sweetener. There are also alternatives in the notes section on the recipe card.
See recipe card for quantities.
How to Make this Protein Pudding Recipe
Step One: Add the dry ingredients to a large mixing bowl and whisk until smooth.
Step Two: Add the wet ingredients to the bowl. Mix until smooth.
Step Three: It will begin to thicken immediately, but it thickens more with time.
Step Four: Transfer to mason jars, if desired. Or chill in the mixing bowl.
Top Tip💡
Chia Seeds have tons of fiber. Don’t let the total carbs deter you. This recipe has 14 total carbs and 9.1 fiber per serving, for a total of 4.9 NET carbs.
Variations
- Add your favorite toppings – Keep in mind that adding anything to the top of this chocolate protein pudding recipe will change the nutritional value, but it’s a fun way to try new flavors. Adding simple ingredients like fresh berries, a drizzle of peanut butter, some maple syrup or honey are all great options.
- Mix-ins – You can also add mix-ins like coconut flakes or sugar-free chocolate chips
- Try different flavors of protein powder – The best part is that you can try new ways and new flavors. Add vanilla protein powder or chocolate protein powder instead.
- Yogurt – For a boost of protein, add sugar-free vanilla Greek yogurt or plain full fat Greek yogurt.
- Thickness – The liquid to chia ratio will vary the thickness. This is pretty thick as written. For a thinner pudding, add less chia seeds or more liquid.
See this Keto Banana Pudding for another one of my top picks.
Equipment
You don’t need much at all to make this creamy chocolate protein pudding. A mixing bowl and a whisk are all it takes. It couldn’t be easier to get started.
Storage
High-protein desserts and snacks like this are great to prep and also store for later. I like to store any leftovers in individual snack jars or mason jars. Make sure they are in an airtight container with a lid. Just place them in the fridge, and grab and enjoy when you’re ready to eat.
Common Questions
Adding the chai seeds does give it a lumpier texture, but it’s still really creamy and smooth. The chai seeds are small, but noticeable. If you’re not a fan of that texture, you can always make a small batch without them and see what you think. You’ll be losing out on the extra fiber boost that way, but you’ll still get the main source of protein.
Make sure you whisk the pudding well before placing it in the fridge. It needs to be whisked well and then chilled. If you don’t think it’s thick enough, it may just need a bit more time in the fridge.
It may sound a bit trendy right now to add more protein, but it’s important. Protein is a great way to fuel muscle growth. Protein also helps us feel full longer and doesn’t cause the crash that so many other sugary sweets and treats do.
It doesn’t. While it does seem like everyone in the protein world is using cottage cheese for everything, we use egg white protein powder instead. We like the texture and flavor a bit better, and it’s just easier because we don’t have to blend it to achieve a smooth texture, as you do with cottage cheese.
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Protein Pudding Recipe
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup chia seeds
- 1/4 cup egg white protein powder
- 1/4 cup Joy Filled Eats Sweetener (or see alternatives in recipe notes)
- 13.5 oz canned coconut milk
- 1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk the dry ingredients until smooth.
- Shake the can of coconut milk to help it come together.
- Add the wet ingredients to the bowl and stir thoroughly.
- Chill until thickened.
Notes
Nutrition
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Protein filled, but yummy enough to serve for dessert.
One of my faves 🙂