Can we talk about how insanely delicious this high protein chia pudding is?! It’s got over 30 grams of protein per serving, no protein powder required and the best part, it only takes 10 minutes to set (no waiting overnight!). Whisked together with simple ingredients including vanilla extract, maple syrup, whole chia seeds, and plain Greek yogurt, it’s quick, easy, and perfect to meal prep for grab-and-go breakfasts, craveable snacks, and even dessert! (makes 2) 

Two glass jars filled with chia pudding are topped with granola and fresh raspberries. A gold spoon rests in one jar. In the background, bowls of granola and raspberries are slightly out of focus.

Confession time: I haven’t always liked chia pudding, especially high protein chia pudding. Until I started making it this way. 

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The secret? Ultra creamy and luscious Greek yogurt as the base (if you need further proof, you’ve gotta try my decadent tiramisu chia pudding or creamy high protein chocolate chia pudding next, the chocolate is my kids’ fave). 

Honestly, making it like this was like unlocking a secret. Not only does the yogurt boost this high-fiber snack to a whopping 30 grams of protein per serving (without that chalky protein powder after-taste), it also gives it that thick, custardy, pudding-like texture that milk alone just cannot do. 

So while regular chia pudding is already a great nourishing snack, adding that boost of protein makes it the ultimate PFF combo (protein, fiber and nourishing fats) that the dietitian in me loves for balanced blood sugars, long lasting energy, and something delicious that will actually keep you full! 

Success Tips to Make This THE BEST Protein Chia Pudding

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Yes, use Greek yogurt specifically: Greek yogurt is much thicker than regular yogurt and in my opinion gives the best texture. It also has 3x the protein of regular yogurt (around 24 grams per cup used in each serving of this recipe vs. around 8 grams per cup for regular yogurt). 

I like to use plain yogurt so I can sweeten it to taste. My preference is with maple syrup but you can use honey too. 

Don’t skimp on the vanilla extract! I first tested this recipe with just ½ tsp vanilla and it tasted kind of bland,I found that a full two teaspoons added so much extra flavor! It also adds a natural sweetness so I you don’t need as much of the maple syrup. 

Chia Time!

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Dump everything into one big bowl.
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Whisk it all together.
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Portion it out and chill (optional but recommended).
Two glass jars filled with chia pudding, topped with fresh raspberries and granola, each with a gold spoon, placed on a light surface with a bowl of granola in the background.
Top & enjoy.

I love that this recipe has enough flavor to stand alone as a delicious vanilla chia pudding, but also acts as a perfect base for endless toppings, especially great to keep breakfast interesting for littler ones. Keep it simple, or load it up with berries, granola for crunch, nut butter for richness, or even a spoonful of my Raspberry Chia Seed Jam for a fruity, double-chia moment.

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Perfectly Creamy High Protein Chia Pudding (no protein powder!)

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  • Author: Lindsay Pleskot, RD
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Set time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 2 1x
  • Category: Snack, Dessert, Meal Prep Recipe
  • Method: No cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Diabetic
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Description

Can we talk about how insanely delicious this high protein chia pudding is?! It’s got over 30 grams of protein per serving, no protein powder required and the best part, it only takes 10 minutes to set (no waiting overnight!). Whisked together with simple ingredients including vanilla extract, maple syrup, whole chia seeds, and plain Greek yogurt, it’s quick, easy, and perfect to meal prep for grab-and-go breakfasts, craveable snacks, and even dessert! (makes 2) 

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups plain plain Greek yogurt
  • ½ cup milk 
  • 3 Tbsp maple syrup
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • ½ cup whole chia seeds
  • Pinch of salt

 

Optional Toppings (my favorite is berries + granola for some crunch!)  

  • Greek yogurt whip or whipped cream
  • Fruit (fresh or thawed frozen fruit) 
  • Granola
  • nuts/seeds/shredded coconut
  • Nut butter
  • Chia jam

Instructions

Directions

  1. To a large bowl, add the yogurt, milk, maple syrup, vanilla, chia seeds, and salt. Whisk until combined.
  2. Divide evenly between 2 sealable jars or containers (alternatively store in one large container to dish up as needed). Eat as is or set in the fridge for 10 minutes for a thicker pudding consistency.
  3. Add your favorite toppings and enjoy!