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glass jar filled with vanilla high-protein chia pudding

High-Protein Vanilla Chia Pudding

This high-protein chia pudding is creamy, satisfying, and easy to make the night before. Made with Greek yogurt, chia seeds, and vanilla protein powder, it’s the perfect grab-and-go breakfast that keeps you full for hours.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Chilling time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American, Health-Conscious
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tablespoons chia seeds
  • ½ cup unsweetened almond milk or any milk you like
  • ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 –2 teaspoons maple syrup optional
  • Pinch of salt
Toppings: fresh berries, sliced banana, peanut butter, granola, or anything you like

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl or jar, stir together almond milk, Greek yogurt, protein powder, vanilla extract, maple syrup (if using), and a pinch of salt until smooth.
Add chia seeds:
  1. Stir in chia seeds, making sure they’re fully mixed in and not clumped at the bottom.
Let it sit:
  1. After 10–15 minutes, stir again to break up any clumps that formed as the seeds started to absorb the liquid.
Refrigerate:
  1. Cover the jar or bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
Serve:
  1. In the morning, stir again and top with your favorite fruits, nut butter, or crunch. Eat it cold straight from the jar.

Notes

  • You can blend the pudding mixture before chilling if you prefer a smoother, mousse-like texture.
  • Always stir twice: once after mixing and again after 10–15 minutes. That keeps the seeds from settling.
  • Make a big batch for the week! It keeps in the fridge for 4–5 days.
  • Swap Greek yogurt for a dairy-free version to make it vegan.