Chocolate Protein Chia Pudding

Breakfast · Easy · 5 min (5 prep + 0 cook) · Makes 1 serving (~70 g protein). Use the planner's servings stepper to batch-cook.
High-proteinLow-carbGluten-freeVegetarian
Chocolate Protein Chia Pudding — high-protein breakfast recipe

Chocolate Protein Chia Pudding delivers 70 g of protein for just 12 g net carbs — a quick breakfast that comes together fast. A filling, macro-balanced breakfast that won't spike your blood sugar.

70 gProtein
12 gNet carbs
14 gFat
8 gFiber
454Calories

Ingredients

  • 250 g 0% Greek yogurt
  • 45 g Chocolate whey protein powder
  • 20 g Chia seeds
  • 120 ml Unsweetened almond milk
  • Cocoa powder & sweetener, to taste

Equipment

  • mixing bowl

Method

  1. Stir the yogurt, whey, cocoa and almond milk until smooth.
  2. Mix in the chia seeds, then refrigerate at least 2 hours (or overnight).
  3. Stir again before eating; thin with a splash of milk if needed.

Storage & make-ahead

Keeps in the fridge for up to 4 days (the bark freezes for 1–2 months). Perfect to make ahead for grab-and-go.

Tip

Make a few jars on Sunday for grab-and-go breakfasts. Chia adds fiber and omega-3s.

Dietary swaps

Dairy-free: 0% Greek yogurt → unsweetened coconut or soy yogurt; Chocolate whey protein powder → pea or other plant protein powder (for lactose intolerance or a dairy-free diet)

Nut-free: Unsweetened almond milk → oat or soy milk (for nut allergies — seeds work just as well)

Full nutrition (estimated, per serving): 454 kcal · 70 g protein · 12 g net carbs · 14 g fat (1 g sat) · 8 g fiber · 12.5 g sugar · 300 mg sodium. Allergens: Milk, Nuts. Macros are realistic estimates from standard food-composition values; brands and portions vary.

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