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A glass bowl of homemade chocolate protein pudding topped with whipped cream, chia seeds, raspberries, and dark chocolate shavings, with a spoon lifting a creamy bite.

Easy Chocolate Protein Pudding

A creamy, high-protein chocolate pudding that takes just 2 minutes to prepare! Perfect for post-workout recovery, meal prep, or a healthy dessert.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 1 minute
Servings: 2
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Fitness-Friendly
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • Amount Unit Name Notes
  • 1 scoop Chocolate protein powder Whey-casein blend recommended
  • ½ cup Greek yogurt Full-fat or 2% for creaminess
  • 2 tablespoon Unsweetened cocoa powder Deepens chocolate flavor
  • ½ cup Almond milk Or substitute with oat/coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon Chia seeds Helps thicken naturally
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extrac Adds depth of flavor
  • 1-2 tablespoon Monk fruit sweetener Adjust to taste
  • 1 pinch Salt Enhances chocolate flavor
  • ¼ teaspoon Cinnamon (Optional) but recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Dark chocolate bits (Optional) topping

Equipment

  • 1 High-speed blender Ensures smooth texture
  • 1 Mixing bowl For combining ingredients
  • 1 Measuring cups/spoons Accurate portions
  • 1 Rubber spatula Scrape down sides
  • 1 Storage container Keeps pudding fresh

Method
 

Blend Base
  1. Add Greek yogurt, protein powder, and cocoa powder to a blender.
  2. Blend for 30 seconds until smooth.
Add Liquid
  1. Pour almond milk in three stages, blending 10 seconds between each.
  2. Scrape sides with a spatula for even mixing.
Add Chia
  1. Sprinkle chia seeds into the mixture.
  2. Pulse blender 3-5 times to distribute evenly.
Sweeten & Enhance
  1. Add vanilla, sweetener, salt, and cinnamon.
  2. Blend for 20 seconds to incorporate.
Chill & Set
  1. Transfer to a storage container.
  2. Refrigerate at least 2 hours (or overnight for best results).
Stir & Serve
  1. Stir pudding to check consistency.
  2. Add dark chocolate bits or toppings of choice. Serve chilled!