Don’t want to spend your mornings in the kitchen? Make this Chocolate Chia Pudding the night before for a quick, delicious, and customizable breakfast!

The humble chia pudding, star of the overnight breakfast, now adapted into an easy and delicious protein-rich recipe! With just 7 simple ingredients and less than 10 minutes of prep time, it’s perfect for a stress-free start to your day.

Who doesn’t love pudding? At one time in my life, before I was aware of the importance of nutrition for living a health and fitness lifestyle.  I used to eat commercialized puddings a lot. Packets that you purchase at the store. Nice and easy for dessert, nice and easy for breakfast. But the little jars of sweet and colorful grocery store pudding are filled with nasty ingredients that I didn’t want in my body anymore. But what to do? I still love pudding…

No problem, we can make it!! A homemade pudding that’s sugar-free, without preservatives or artificial colors, using wholesome ingredients that we can choose ourselves!

This delightful chia pudding is basically an alternate (and much more delicious!) way of getting your protein shake in. So, whatever protein powder you already use for your before/after gym/bed shake will work. This recipe is a simple and tasty protein-rich snack or dessert that is loaded with 20+ grams of protein!

I love to meal prep and for this week brekkies, I wanted to have a sweet, creamy snack that was loaded with protein because, it’s essential to refuel with enough protein to keep a healthy body (and mind!).

This chocolate chia pudding is an amazing snack. It’s not creamy, it’s velvety. It’s not good, it’s delicious. It’s not colorful, it’s vibrant! So, indulge in the delightful combination of flavours with high-quality ingredients, this pudding is not only delicious but also nutritious.

On those busy mornings (I’m looking at you Mondays!) when you need a quick and easy breakfast, this chia seed pudding will be your new go-to! Its a creamy, satisfying breakfast or dessert perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a sweet treat without compromising on your nutritional goals.

Chia pudding is something I’ve had a long time love affair with. It’s creamy and indulgent tasting, while being packed with fiber and other important nutrients. This delightful treat not only tantalizes your taste buds but also nourishes your body with a host of health benefits. It’s a powerhouse of nutrients, boasting a rich blend of antioxidants, fibre, and omega-3 fatty acids.

Chia seeds have high amounts of calcium, zinc, magnesium, iron, selenium and copper. Often referred to as one of the world’s most nutritious foods they pack a mighty punch, aiding digestion, supporting heart health, and providing a sustained source of energy throughout the day.

For example…

2 tablespoons of chia seeds has:
64% more potassium than a banana
5 times more calcium than milk
41% of your daily fibre
3 x more iron than spinach
2 x the antioxidants of blueberries
100% more omega-3 than salmon

Complementing this nutrient-rich base is the addition of cashews that offer a creamy texture along with a dose of healthy fats, plant-based protein, and essential minerals like magnesium and zinc.

Indulge guilt-free in this healthy dish that not only satisfies your sweet cravings but also supports your well-being. Whether enjoyed as a wholesome breakfast, a satisfying snack, or a nutritious dessert, my Chocolate Chia Pudding is a delicious way to treat yourself while nourishing your body from the inside out.

This version uses coconut milk and cashews as the base, along with some protein or collagen powder to give it a boost of protein. I love to make a larger batch of my chia seed pudding base on Sundays to plan for the week ahead. It stays good in the fridge for up to 5 days, and I can take out what I need and then flavor it every morning with different add-ons or toppings.

Chia pudding is delicious, especially when paired with nuts and berries. Pack your pudding in mason jars for grab-and-go breakfasts. I leave room at the top of my jars to add lots of toppings! My favorites are whipped coconut cream (recipe below in notes) berries, chopped nuts, nut butters and coconut flakes and sometimes a squirt of my homemade chocolate sauce.

So, if you have a batch of this base recipe (simply double or triple it) in the fridge to make a quick breakfast or snack during the week, this chocolate pudding might just become your personal favorite.

Chocolate Chia Cashew Protein Pudding

Create this luscious creamy Chia Seed pudding by blending cashews, coconut milk, protein and cocoa powder.  It rests overnight for a power-packed breakfast, treat, or snack. Irresistible goodness!

Course Breakfast, Dessert, Lunch, Snack

Cuisine Healthy Clean Eating

Keyword chia protein bowl, chia protein breakfast bowl, chocolate chia cashew protein pudding, chocolate chia protein pudding, clean eating breakfast, clean eating dessert or snack, coconut chia protein pudding

Servings 2

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups coconut or almond milk
• 1/2 cup cashews soaked 3+ hours and drained
• 2 dates
• 1/4 cup chia seeds
• 1/4 cup protein or collagen peptides powder
• 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Toppings Optional

• Whipped Coconut Cream – healthy homemade recipe below in notes
• Fresh fruit or berries
• Chopped nuts
• Chopped or shaved dark chocolate
• Chocolate sauce
• Shredded coconut

Instructions

• Add cashews to the blender along with the coconut milk, dates, protein powder, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract.

  Blend until completely smooth and creamy. Add chia seeds, and pulse 2-3 times to evenly incorporate into the milk. Allow the chia seeds to sit and absorb the liquid for about 5 minutes, then pulse another 2-3 times allowing the chia seeds to absorb the liquid over a 30 minute period.

  Spoon into 2 serving bowls or jars and refrigerate for several hours or overnight until thick.

  Add toppings to serve.

Notes

Homemade Whipped Coconut Cream

Add even more nutrition and healthy qualities to many other dishes with nutrient-dense fluffy, whipped coconut cream.

It’s a dairy-free dessert topping that is not overly sweet and made with simple ingredients. This whipped coconut cream is just as thick, luscious, and creamy as dairy-full whipped cream and ideal for topping cakes, tarts, puddings, hot cocoa, and more.

Made with just 3 ingredients in 5 minutes of active time. Be sure to chill the canned coconut cream or milk the day before you need it.

Packed with healthy fats, tons of other good stuff and amazing flavour to help support a healthy, fit body.

Go here for the simple recipe:  Whipped Coconut Cream 

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