Protein powder chia seed pudding is about as easy as it gets when deciding on breakfast recipes for when you’re on the go. Not only does it taste delicious, but it packs a seriously powerful nutrition punch to start yourday as balanced as can be! By adding in Swolverine’s Whey Protein Isolate powder you add in the highest quality of protein powder you can get without the extra fat, lactose, or carbohydrates, keeping you on track with your physical and performance goals!
These 6 easy protein powder chia seed pudding recipes are meal-prep friendly and full of fiber, protein, and omega-3s. The ingredients are simple and you can always add/subtract your ingredients (sweeteners, spices, fruit, and even veggies!).
Side note:These protein powder chia pudding recipes make a great snack between meals or after dinner, too!
The following chia protein pudding recipes have been brought to you by The Swole Kitchen, 1:1 Customized Nutrition Programming. Learn moreat www.theswolekitchen.com
There are two different types of chia seeds that come from the Chia plant: black and white. While the differences are subtle between the two, there’s actually more protein in white chia seeds and more fiber in black chia seeds. So how do you choose between the two? Consider the amount of anthocyanin.
Anthocyanins are responsible for giving a darker pigment in plants. The darker the plant product, the more anthocyanin it is likely to contain. Anthocyaninsare present in blackberries, plums, black beans, beets, and black chia seeds.
Why does this matter? Anthocyanin properties, according to the Journal of Agriculture & Food Chemistry provide potential health effects against:
- cancer
- advanced aging
- neurological diseases
- systemic inflammation
- diabetes
- bacterial infections
So which chia seed is best? If you can’t find a blend of both then we say opt for black chia seeds instead of white. Not only are they more affordable than the white ones, but they pack a little more bang for their buck when it comes to their nutritional profile.
Chia seeds are beginning to be offered at so many more stores than just health food stores. When you head to your local market, check the bulk section, baking section, and/or the spice section where you can most likely track down a bag of these happy little seeds.
Aside from following our recipes (listed below), there’s a lot of fun to be had if you’re making up your own recipes. Some common ingredients that you can use in chia pudding recipes are:
Alternative Milk & Water:
If you’re looking for a creamier texture, we recommend using milk or a variant of nut, oat, or soy milk. If you’re looking for something a little lighter and with fewer calories, then opt for using water.
Spices:
Spices are a protein chia pudding recipe best friend! Ready for Thanksgiving in the AM? Did someone say pumpkin spice powder? Or how about cinnamon, nutmeg, and banana chia protein pudding. Now we’re talking!
Chocolate:
Mmm, chocolate. There are few different ways to use chocolate in protein chia pudding recipes like chocolate chips, shreds, raw cocoa powder (unsweetened), syrup, or pieces of chocolate candy bars. Beware though, if you add in others, especially candy, watch your nutritional profile so you’re not doing more damage than good!
Fresh Fruit:
Fruit makes a fabulous addition to just about any chia pudding recipe and it can totally change the vibe in an instant! Feeling like an island day? Throw some mango, pineapple, coconut or citrus in there. Feeling like a fall kind of Friday? Toss some pears, apples, or pomegranates into your protein chia pudding mixture.
Fruit Preserves:
If you don’t have access to fresh fruit or you’re looking to maintain a robust color that can store for a few days, then throw a tablespoon of your favorite jam or preserve into the mix! There are TONS of flavors you can mix into your protein chia pudding. Pro Tip! Try to avoid ones that have a lot of added sugar.
3 Tbsp Chia Seeds
1 tsp Vanilla
1/4 cup Coconut Milk
1/2 cup Unsweetened Vanilla Almond Milk
2 tbsp Strawberry Preserves -or- 1/4 cup Fresh Strawberries (Mashed)
Toasted Coconut (To Garnish)
1/2 cup fresh blueberries
1 whole Kiwi Fruit (peeled & diced)
1/4 cup Chia seeds
1/2 cup Milk of Choice
1/4 cup Water
1 scoop Vanilla Swolverine Whey Protein Isolate
3 tbsp Chia Seeds
1/2 cup Milk of Choice
1/2 cup Water
1 scoop Vanilla Swolverine Whey Protein Isolate
Top with: fruit, coconut, jam, peanut butter, seasonings, etc.
1/3 cup Canned Coconut Milk
1/3 cup Water
1 scoop Vanilla Whey Protein Isolate from Swolverine
1 tsp Vanilla
1 1/2 tbsp Nut Butter
1/4 cup chia seeds
1 tbsp jam, jelly, or preserves
3 tbsp Chia Seeds
1 cup Chopped Mango
1 scoop Vanilla Whey Protein Isolate
1/2 cup Water
1/2 cup Canned Coconut Milk
Topping: Toasted Coconut Flakes
1/4 cup Chia Seeds
2 tbsp Unsweetened Cacao Powder
1 scoop Chocolate Whey Protein Isolate From Swolverine
1 tbsp Mini Chocolate Chips
3/4 cup Unsweetened Almond Milk
1/4 cup Water
8 Raspberries (Mashed)
We hope you enjoyed these chia protein pudding recipes brought to you from The Swole Kitchen, a partner of Swolverine. If you’re interested in learning more recipes like this that fit your lifestyle and your goals, visitwww.theswolekitchen.comand learn how 1:1 customized nutrition programming can transform your life!
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