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High Protein Blueberry Chia Pudding - A Creamy, Make-Ahead Breakfast

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • Chia seeds (3 tablespoons): The thickener and fiber powerhouse.
  • Milk of choice (1 cup): Dairy, almond, soy, or oat. Choose unsweetened if you want to control sweetness.
  • Protein powder (1 scoop, about 20–25 g): Vanilla or unflavored works best.
  • Blueberries (3/4 cup): Fresh or frozen. Frozen are great for a more jammy swirl.
  • Greek yogurt (1/3 cup, optional but recommended): Adds creaminess and extra protein.
  • Sweetener to taste: Maple syrup, honey, or a zero-calorie sweetener (start with 1–2 teaspoons).
  • Vanilla extract (1/2 teaspoon): Rounds out the flavor.
  • Pinch of salt: Brightens everything up.
  • Lemon zest (optional): A little zest lifts the blueberry flavor.
  • Toppings (optional): Extra blueberries, sliced almonds, coconut flakes, or a drizzle of almond butter.

Method
 

  1. Blend or mash the blueberries. For a smoother pudding, blend half the blueberries with the milk, protein powder, vanilla, and salt until purple and creamy. For a chunkier texture, lightly mash the blueberries with a fork and keep the milk mixture separate.
  2. Whisk the base. In a mixing bowl or large jar, whisk the milk, protein powder, vanilla, sweetener, and salt until no lumps remain. If using Greek yogurt, whisk it in now for a thicker, creamier result.
  3. Add chia seeds. Stir in the chia seeds until evenly dispersed. If you blended the blueberries, add that mixture now. If not, fold in the mashed blueberries.
  4. Rest and stir. Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes, then give it a thorough stir to break up any clumps. This step helps the chia swell evenly.
  5. Chill. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, ideally overnight. The pudding will thicken as the chia seeds absorb liquid.
  6. Adjust and serve. In the morning, check consistency. If it’s too thick, stir in a splash of milk. Taste and add more sweetener if needed. Top with remaining blueberries and your favorite crunchy extras.