Description
Luxurious protein pudding brings protein-packed goodness to dessert lovers seeking healthy indulgence. Creamy textures and rich flavors combine for a guilt-free treat that satisfies sweet cravings while nourishing your body.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 scoop (30 g) protein powder (vanilla, chocolate, or flavor of choice)
- 1 cup (240 ml) unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 2 tbsps chia seeds (optional, for extra thickness and fiber)
- 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder (optional, for a chocolate version)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp sweetener of choice (optional, like honey, maple syrup, or stevia)
- 1 pinch of salt
- Fresh fruits (berries, banana slices) (optional)
- Nuts or seeds (almonds, chia seeds) (optional)
- Dark chocolate shavings (optional)
Instructions
- Mixture Preparation: Combine protein powder, milk, chia seeds, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and sweetener in a mixing bowl, whisking vigorously to create a homogeneous blend with no visible dry ingredients.
- Blending and Texture: Use a blender or whisk to thoroughly incorporate all components, ensuring a consistently smooth liquid without clumps or unincorporated powder.
- Chilling Process: Seal the mixture in a container and refrigerate for 12-24 hours, allowing chia seeds to fully hydrate and the pudding to develop a rich, creamy consistency.
- Consistency Adjustment: After chilling, evaluate the pudding’s thickness, potentially thinning with additional milk if the texture appears too dense or firm.
- Presentation and Garnish: Transfer the pudding to serving dishes, adorning with a selection of fresh berries, chopped nuts, or chocolate shavings to enhance visual appeal and nutritional value.
- Serving Recommendation: Enjoy chilled as a refreshing, protein-packed dessert or post-exercise recovery treat, savoring the complex flavor profile and smooth texture.
Notes
- Ensure Smooth Texture: Whisk or blend ingredients thoroughly to prevent protein powder clumping and create a silky consistency.
- Optimize Chilling Time: Refrigerate for at least 12 hours to allow chia seeds to fully absorb liquid and develop ideal pudding thickness.
- Adjust Consistency Carefully: Add milk gradually if pudding becomes too thick, maintaining a creamy yet firm texture.
- Customize Nutritional Boost: Experiment with different protein powder flavors and toppings to enhance taste and nutritional value while keeping the base recipe consistent.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg