If you want an energizing breakfast, turn to this High-Protein Peanut Butter & Chocolate Chia Pudding. Chia seeds create a thick, creamy texture while delivering fiber and healthy omega-3 fatty acids. Peanut butter adds flavor and plant-based protein and is balanced by the deep cocoa notes. Prep it the night before, and you’ll have a ready-to-eat breakfast that’s both nourishing and delicious.
High-Protein Peanut Butter & Chocolate Chia Pudding
If you want an energizing breakfast, turn to this High-Protein Peanut Butter & Chocolate Chia Pudding. Chia seeds create a thick, creamy texture while delivering fiber and healthy omega-3 fatty acids. Peanut butter adds flavor and plant-based protein and is balanced by the deep cocoa notes. Prep it the night before, and you’ll have a ready-to-eat breakfast that’s both nourishing and delicious.
Ingredients
- 3 cups unsweetened soy milk
- ¾ cup chia seeds
- ¼ cup Dutch-process cocoa powder plus more for dusting
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup plus 1 teaspoon divided
- 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract divided
- ¾ cup nonfat plain strained Greek-style yogurt
- ⅓ cup smooth natural peanut butter
Instructions
- Whisk 3 cups soy milk, ¾ cup chia seeds, ¼ cup cocoa, ⅛ teaspoon salt, 2 tablespoons maple syrup and 1 teaspoon vanilla in a large bowl until well combined. Cover and refrigerate until thickened, at least 12 hours.
- Combine ¾ cup yogurt, ⅓ cup peanut butter and the remaining 1 teaspoon maple syrup and ½ teaspoon vanilla in a small bowl; stir until smooth. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
- Stir the chilled chia mixture; divide evenly among 4 jars or small bowls (about 1 cup each). Stir the peanut butter mixture until smooth, if needed, and spread evenly (about ¼ cup each) over the chia mixture. Dust with additional cocoa powder, if desired.
Notes
To make ahead
Cover and refrigerate chia pudding (Step 1) for up to 3 days.
