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High Protein Cookies And Cream Chia Pudding - Creamy, Satisfying, And Easy

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • Chia seeds: Black or white both work; black are more common.
  • Milk of choice: Unsweetened almond, dairy milk, soy, or oat. Choose higher protein milk for an extra bump.
  • Plain or vanilla Greek yogurt: 2% or 0% based on preference; skyr also works.
  • Vanilla or cookies-and-cream protein powder: Whey, casein, or a plant-based blend.
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder: For a deeper chocolate cookie flavor.
  • Sweetener: Maple syrup, honey, or a zero-cal sweetener like stevia or monk fruit.
  • Vanilla extract: Rounds out the cream flavor.
  • Chocolate sandwich cookies: Classic or gluten-free version.
  • Pinch of salt: Optional, but it heightens the cookie-and-cream vibe.
  • Optional add-ins: Mini chocolate chips, crushed cacao nibs, or a dollop of light whipped topping.

Method
 

  1. Mix the wet base: In a medium bowl or large jar, whisk 1 cup milk, 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, 1 scoop protein powder, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1–2 teaspoons sweetener, and a pinch of salt until smooth. If the protein clumps, whisk longer or use a small blender for 10 seconds.
  2. Add the chocolate note: Whisk in 1–2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder. Start with less; you can always add more after tasting.
  3. Stir in chia seeds: Add 3 tablespoons chia seeds and whisk well. Let it sit for 2–3 minutes, then whisk again to break up any clumps. This second stir keeps the pudding smooth.
  4. Crush the cookies: Place 2 chocolate sandwich cookies in a small bag and crush with the bottom of a glass. Aim for a mix of crumbs and small chunks for texture.
  5. Fold in the crumbs: Stir most of the crushed cookies into the chia mixture, reserving a teaspoon or two for topping.
  6. Chill to thicken: Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours, ideally overnight. The chia seeds will swell and create a pudding-like texture.
  7. Adjust before serving: Give it a good stir. If it’s too thick, add a splash of milk; if it’s too thin, stir in 1 more teaspoon chia and rest 10–15 minutes.
  8. Finish and serve: Spoon into bowls or jars, top with reserved cookie crumbs, and add any optional toppings like mini chips or a small dollop of whipped topping.