Coffee Chia Protein Pudding
Creamy coffee chia pudding blended with protein powder and yogurt for a satisfying, high-protein breakfast or snack. Packed with fibre, energising coffee flavour and nourishing ingredients, it's the perfect make-ahead treat for busy mornings. ☕🥄
Servings 2
Ingredients
- 1 cup brewed (or instant) coffee, cooled
- 1/2 cup milk of choice
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (or dairy-free yogurt)
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 1-2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of sea salt
Optional Toppings
- Dollop of whipped coconut cream – recipe below in notes
- Dark chocolate shavings
- Chopped walnuts or pecans
- Cacao nibs
- Chopped walnuts or pecans
- Coconut flakes
- Extra yogurt
- Nut butter drizzle
Instructions
- In a medium bowl or large jar, whisk together the cooled coffee, milk, protein powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract and salt until smooth.Stir in the chia seeds and mix well.Let sit for 5 minutes, then stir again to prevent clumping.Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.Once thickened, stir through the Greek yogurt until creamy and fully combined.Divide into serving jars or bowls.Add your favourite toppings and enjoy.Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
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
