Chocolate Cream Protein Pudding

This Chocolate Cream Protein Pudding is a high-protein make-ahead snack or breakfast made with cottage cheese or yogurt, cacao powder, protein powder, and chia seeds. Blended until smooth and chilled to perfection, it’s rich, satisfying, and naturally sweetened. Packed with protein, fibre, and healthy fats, it’s a balanced treat that supports steady energy and keeps you full longer. 🍫🥄

Course Breakfast, Dessert, Lunch, Snack

Cuisine Healthy Clean Eating

Keyword chocolate cream breakfast bowl, chocolate cream chia protein pudding, chocolate cream protein bowl, chocolate cream protein pudding, chocolate cream smoothie bowl, clean eating breakfast, clean eating dessert or snack, healthy chocolate smoothie bowl

Servings 2

Ingredients

1 cup cottage cheese or thick Greek-style yogurt
1 scoop chocolate or vanilla protein powder
2 tablespoons cacao powder (or cocoa powder)
2 tablespoons chia seeds
1-2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey (to taste)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of sea salt
1/4-1/2 cup almond milk (adjust for desired consistency)

Toppings Optional

Fresh berries
Dark chocolate shavings
Coconut flakes
Nut butter drizzle
Cacao nibs

Instructions

Add cottage cheese (or yogurt), protein powder, cacao powder, maple syrup, vanilla, salt, and almond milk to a blender.
Blend until completely creamy and smooth. This is where the magic happens - especially if using cottage cheese.
Stir in chia seeds and mix well.
Transfer to jars or bowls and refrigerate for at least 1–2 hours, or overnight for best texture.
Give it a stir before serving and add toppings if desired.
Blended Bites Tips 💡
Want it thicker? Add an extra teaspoon of chia seeds.
Want it creamier? Useless liquid or add a spoon of coconut cream.
Want more protein? Add collagen peptides.
Prefer it sweeter? Add amashed date or extra maple syrup.
Make it dairy-free by using coconut yogurt and plant protein.

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