Hazelnut Chocolate Chia Protein Pudding

This Hazelnut Chocolate Chia Protein Pudding is the easiest healthy breakfast or dessert recipe you can make with no baking! It is full of delicious chocolate and hazelnut flavor and is creamy and indulgent. (Vegan & Gluten-Free)

Why you will love this chocolate protein chia pudding

Chia puddings are an easy way to make a delicious breakfast or dessert that is healthy and requires no baking. It is also made in one bowl which is always a winner!

This chocolate chia seed pudding is indulgent, chocolatey, creamy, and also loaded with nutrients. The nutrients and high levels of protein in this chia seed pudding will boost your health as well as keep you feeling full for a long time.

The hazelnuts in this recipe add lots of healthy fats, protein, and delicious nutty flavor. This complements the creamy, chocolate consistency and flavor perfectly.

More delicious chia pudding recipes to try: Salted Caramel Pecan Chia Pudding & Vanilla Blueberry Chia Pudding

What you will need to make chocolate chia seed protein pudding

This chocolate chia pudding is made with healthy ingredients that are easy to find. The ingredients to make this chia pudding are all vegan and gluten-free - as well as absolutely delicious! The ingredients needed are:

• Chia Seeds. Superfood seeds that will expand when soaked in liquid.
• Almond Milk. Or any other prefered milk alternative.
• Cocoa Powder. Adds lots of yummy chocolate flavor.
• Coconut Sugar. The amount can be adjusted according to sweetness preference.
• Vanilla extract. Adds delicious sweet vanilla flavor.
• Dark Chocolate Chips. Be sure to check that your choclate chips are vegan friendly.
• Hazelnuts. Adds yummy texture and taste, along with delicious nutty flavor.

How to make this easy chocolate chia pudding with hazelnuts

To make this easy chocolate chia pudding recipe, you will need just a few simple, healthy ingredients. It is an easy chia breakfast or dessert recipe that can be made in minutes and then stored for up to a week. To make this chocolate chia pudding:

1. Combine ingredients. In a mixing bowl, combine all the chia pudding ingredients together except for the hazelnuts and chocolate chips. Make sure the ingredients are well combined.
2. Add to serving glasses. Divide the chia mixture between two serving glasses or small dishes.
3. Allow to set. Place the glasses in the fridge and allow the pudding to set. This should take at least 4 hours, or can be left overnight.
4. Serve. Once set, top your chia pudding with chocolate chips and hazelnuts and enjoy!

Is Chia Seed Pudding good for you?

Chia seed pudding is made with healthy ingredients that are highly beneficial for you and your health. Chia seed pudding is therefore good for you and can boost your body's health and sustain you well.

Even though it is called a pudding, chia seed pudding is still extremely healthy. Chia seeds are highly nutritious seeds and are considered a superfood. They are packed with protein which provides sustainable energy. In fact, “chia” is the ancient Mayan word for “strength.”

Chia seeds are filled with all sorts of nutrients, minerals, and antioxidants. And like flaxseeds, they are also high in fiber and rich in omega-3 fatty acids. So chia seeds are definitely worth adding to your diet!

Some other healthy chia puddings to try are Matcha Green Tea Chia Pudding from Fearless Dining and an insanely delicious Vanilla Chai Chia Pudding from Blissful Basil.

Are chia seeds good protein?

Chia seeds are a good source of protein. Chia seeds are 14% protein by weight, which is extremely high for a plant-based protein source. These seeds also contain essential amino acids so your body is able to make use of their good protein content.

HOW TO STORE CHOCOLATE CHIA PUDDING

Chocolate chia pudding can be stored in the fridge in an airtight container for up to a week. So you can whip up a big batch and enjoy it all week long which is great for breakfast or snack meal prep.

You can store chocolate chia pudding in sealed individual containers or in one large container and then add toppings when it is time for you to enjoy it. This is a great way to have a healthy snack or breakfast ready to go stored in your fridge.

Optional Recipe Alterations & Substitutions

This chia seed pudding recipe is easily adaptable to make it exacly to your liking. Some optional substitutions include:

• The almond milk in this recipe can be substituted with any other milk alternative.
• The hazelnuts can be substituted with any other nut you may prefer.
• The dark chocolate chips can be left out of this chia pudding recipe if peferred.
• The amount of coconut sugar can be adjusted according to your preferred amount of sweetness.

MORE CHIA PUDDING RECIPES YOU MAY LIKE

• Vegan Matcha Chia Pudding
• Creamy Coconut Chia Pudding
• Strawberry Almond Chia Pudding
• Blueberry Coconut Chia Pudding

I hope you love this Hazelnut Chocolate Chia Protein Pudding recipe as much as I do!

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