Description
A delicious and nutritious Matcha Chia Pudding packed with 34g of protein and only 317 calories, perfect for a healthy breakfast or snack. This creamy pudding combines the antioxidants of matcha with the protein power of Greek yogurt and whey powder, enhanced with chia seeds for added fiber and texture. Customize with your favorite fresh fruits, nut butters, or crunchy toppings for a wholesome treat.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- ⅔ cup nonfat Greek yogurt
- ⅓ cup plant-based milk
- 2½ tbsp chia seeds
- ½ scoop whey protein powder (vanilla, coconut, or unflavored)
- 1 tsp matcha powder
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Sweetener of choice (optional, to taste)
Optional Toppings
- Fresh fruit such as raspberries, strawberries, or kiwi
- Nut butter such as almond butter or pistachio butter
- Crunchy toppings such as coconut flakes, granola, or cacao nibs
Instructions
- Combine ingredients: In a bowl or jar, mix ⅔ cup nonfat Greek yogurt, ⅓ cup plant-based milk, 2½ tablespoons chia seeds, ½ scoop whey protein powder, 1 teaspoon matcha powder, ½ teaspoon vanilla extract, and your choice of sweetener until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Refrigerate: Cover the mixture and chill it in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight to allow the chia seeds to absorb liquid and thicken the pudding.
- Stir and serve: Before eating, stir the pudding again to evenly distribute any settled chia seeds. Top with your favorite fresh fruits, nut butters, or crunchy toppings to enhance flavor and texture.
Notes
- For a thicker pudding, use full-fat Greek yogurt or increase chia seeds by 1 tablespoon.
- Adjust sweetness by adding honey, maple syrup, or any sweetener to taste at step one.
- Whey protein powder can be substituted with a plant-based protein powder to make this vegan friendly.
- Letting the pudding chill overnight improves texture and flavor absorption.
- Choose unsweetened plant-based milk to better control sugar content.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 317 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
