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High Protein Chocolate Chia Pudding (Vegan & Gluten-Free)

A creamy, no-cook chocolate chia pudding packed with plant-based protein and naturally gluten-free.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 260
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chia Pudding
  • 3 tbsp chia seeds
  • 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tbsp plant-based protein powder chocolate or vanilla
  • 1 cup plant-based milk almond, soy, or oat
  • 1–2 tbsp maple syrup to taste
  • 0.5 tsp vanilla extract
  • salt pinch

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl or jar
  • Whisk or spoon
  • Measuring cups

Method
 

  1. Whisk chia seeds, cocoa powder, protein powder, and salt in a bowl.
  2. Add plant milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Whisk well.
  3. Let sit 5 minutes, then whisk again to prevent clumps.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.

Notes

Adjust sweetness and milk depending on protein powder thickness.