Protein chia pudding

A chia pudding boosted with protein, with no cooking and made the night before: the chia seeds swell in milk with a scoop of protein powder for a creamy, filling snack rich in plant omega-3. Perfect for busy sportspeople.

Preparation: 10 min  |  Cooking: 0 min  |  Servings: 2  |  Difficulty: Very easy

Calculated per serving from Anses Ciqual 2025 values for each ingredient, based on the quantities listed. Household measures (spoonfuls, pieces) use average weights. 279 kcal · 24 g protein · 18 g carbohydrate · 10 g fat

Ingredients

• 6 tbsp chia seeds
• 400 ml milk or plant-based drink
• 1 scoop (30 g) of protein powder vanilla
• 1 handful of red berries
• 1 tsp honey

Method

1. Whisk the protein powder into the milk.
2. Add the chia seeds and stir, wait 5 minutes, then stir again.
3. Chill in the fridge overnight.
4. Top with red berries just before serving.

Nutritional benefits

Chia seeds are rich in soluble fibre, plant omega-3 and protein, topped up here with a scoop of protein powder (22 g per serving). The result is a filling, low-glycaemic-index snack, ideal for supporting muscle mass between meals or after exercise. Naturally gluten-free.

Variations and substitutions

• Chocolate: chocolate protein powder and cocoa.
• Without protein powder: skyr or fromage blanc.
• With seasonal fruit or peanut butter.
• Lactose-free: use a plant-based drink.

Storage and making ahead

Keeps for 3 to 4 days in the fridge: prepare several jars ahead for the week.

💡 Good to know

Stir a second time 5 minutes after the first: this trick stops the seeds clumping together and gives an even texture.

Further reading

Discover more high-protein recipes · healthy & balanced recipes · gluten-free recipes.

Foods in this recipe: chia seeds · milk · plant-based drink · protein powder · vanilla.

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