Description
Creamy protein pudding brings luxurious comfort to health-conscious dessert lovers, blending rich nutrients with silky smoothness. Quick preparation and delightful flavor make this protein-packed treat an irresistible choice for you seeking a guilt-free indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein Base:
- 1 scoop (30 g) protein powder (vanilla, chocolate, or flavor of choice)
- 1 cup (240 ml) unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder (optional, for a chocolate version)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon sweetener of choice (optional, like honey, maple syrup, or stevia)
Additional Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds (optional, for extra thickness and fiber)
- 1 pinch of salt
Toppings (Optional):
- Fresh fruits (berries, banana slices)
- Nuts or seeds (almonds, chia seeds)
- Dark chocolate shavings
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients and select a medium mixing vessel – either a blender or a spacious mixing bowl – to streamline your preparation process.
- Pour protein powder, milk, chia seeds, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, optional sweetener, and a delicate salt pinch into your chosen container.
- Vigorously whisk or blend the mixture until it transforms into a silky, homogeneous liquid with no visible powder lumps.
- Transfer the liquid pudding base into a clean jar or sealed container, ensuring complete coverage to prevent surface oxidation.
- Refrigerate the mixture for a minimum of 12 hours, allowing chia seeds sufficient time to absorb liquid and create a luxurious, creamy texture.
- After chilling, examine the pudding’s consistency. If it appears overly dense, gently incorporate a small milk splash to achieve your preferred thickness.
- Select decorative serving bowls and carefully portion the chilled pudding into each.
- Enhance the pudding’s visual appeal and flavor profile by garnishing with complementary toppings like fresh seasonal fruits, crunchy nuts, or elegant chocolate shavings.
- Serve immediately while maintaining the pudding’s cool temperature for optimal taste and texture.
Notes
- Optimize protein powder selection for smoother texture by choosing finely ground, high-quality brands with minimal clumping.
- Experiment with alternative milks like almond, oat, or coconut to create unique flavor profiles and accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Add extra thickness by incorporating Greek yogurt or silken tofu for a creamier, more protein-dense pudding that maintains a luxurious mouthfeel.
- Boost nutritional value by sprinkling collagen powder, maca, or adaptogens for enhanced wellness benefits without compromising taste.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg