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Chocolate Cherry Chia Protein Pudding

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This creamy, high-protein chia pudding is made with cherries, cacao, and collagen peptides to support gut health, stress reduction, and sleep while balancing blood sugar.
Prep Time:5 minutes
Chill Time:2 hours
Total Time:2 hours 5 minutes

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • bowl or jar
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • cutting board
  • knife

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1/4 cup chia seeds or basil seeds
  • 1 scoop chocolate collagen or protein powder
  • 1 tbsp cacao powder
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup fresh cherries pitted & chopped
  • 1 tbsp dark chocolate chips

Instructions

  • Whisk together almond milk, chia seeds, protein powder, cacao powder, cinnamon, vanilla, and maple syrup/honey in a jar.
  • Let sit for 5 minutes, then whisk again to prevent clumping.
  • Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until thickened.
  • Top with cherries and chocolate chips before serving.

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Notes

Nutritional Information per serving (My Fitness Pal):
Calories: 310
Fat: 10g
Carbohydrates: 37g
Protein: 18g
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: anti-inflammatory dessert recipe, chia pudding recipe, chocolate cherry chia pudding, cortisol-friendly dessert, gut-healing pudding
Servings: 2
Calories: 310kcal