Description
A delightful and nutritious dessert made with chia seeds, perfect for increasing protein intake while enjoying a sweet treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup chia seeds
- 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup (or honey for non-vegan)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 scoop protein powder (chocolate or vanilla flavor, optional)
- Fresh fruit, nuts, or granola (for topping, optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the chia seeds, cocoa powder, protein powder (if using), and salt until well combined.
- Pour in the almond milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Whisk thoroughly until smooth.
- Cover the bowl or transfer to individual containers and refrigerate for at least 120 minutes, preferably overnight.
- Stir before serving; adjust the consistency with more almond milk if desired.
- Top with fresh fruit, nuts, or granola.
Notes
For a creamier texture, let the mixture sit longer in the fridge. Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of maple syrup or honey. Customize flavors with different protein powders or spices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg