Description
Delicious and healthy Low Carb Protein Pudding recipes that are quick to prepare, high in protein, low in carbs, and customizable with various flavors. Perfect as a guilt-free snack, dessert, or post-workout treat that supports keto, paleo, and low carb diets.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- Protein Powder (flavor of your choice, quantity per serving, typically 1-2 scoops)
- 1 cup Unsweetened Almond Milk (or milk alternative of choice)
- 1 tablespoon Chia Seeds
- Natural Sweetener to taste (stevia, erythritol, or monk fruit)
- 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- Optional: 1 teaspoon Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
Variations (Optional Add-ins)
- Handful of fresh or frozen berries (raspberries, strawberries, blueberries)
- 1 tablespoon Nut Butter (almond or peanut butter)
- Pinch of Cinnamon or Nutmeg
- Substitute Coconut Milk for almond milk and sprinkle shredded coconut
- 1/2 teaspoon Instant Coffee Powder or Espresso
Instructions
- Combine the Base Ingredients: Whisk together protein powder, unsweetened almond milk, natural sweetener, and vanilla extract in a bowl until fully blended with no lumps.
- Add Chia Seeds: Stir in chia seeds evenly to ensure they are well distributed, preventing clumps and helping the pudding thicken naturally.
- Refrigerate: Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to allow the chia seeds to absorb the liquid and create a creamy texture.
- Stir and Customize: After chilling, stir the pudding again to break up any clumps. Add any desired variations such as berries, nut butter, spices, or other toppings to enhance flavor and texture.
- Serve and Enjoy: Portion the pudding into bowls or jars, garnish as desired, and indulge in your easy, healthy Low Carb Protein Pudding.
Notes
- Use a fine protein powder like whey isolate or collagen peptides to avoid grittiness.
- Don’t skip the chilling time; it’s essential for the chia seeds to swell and create the perfect pudding texture.
- Adjust sweetness gradually; start with less sweetener and add more to taste.
- Mix ingredients thoroughly before refrigerating to ensure even texture.
- Experiment with different milk alternatives such as coconut, cashew, or oat milk for flavor variations.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pudding (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 150-200 (depends on protein powder and add-ins)
- Sugar: 0-2g (depending on sweetener and add-ins)
- Sodium: 100-150mg
- Fat: 5-8g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5-1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3-6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8-10g
- Fiber: 6-8g
- Protein: 20-25g
- Cholesterol: 0-30mg
Keywords: low carb protein pudding, keto pudding, high protein snack, chia seed pudding, low carb dessert, paleo dessert, dairy free pudding
