I love this pudding for a bunch of reasons:
1) It’s uber-easy to make
2) It’s raw
3) It's vegan
4) Tastes great
5) Packed with nutrients
6) If you add protein powder makes for a perfect post-workout food
I'm positive that after reading this list you’ll be convinced to give it a try. You honestly should, because it’s really worth it.
Just five ingredients: bananas, unsweetened cocoa powder, chia seeds, vegan milk and protein powder (if you feel like).
It takes less than five minutes to "assemble". I like to make it before going to training so that it’s ready by the time I got back home. It’s a great substitute for the post-workout protein smoothie but can also be served to your guests as a sweet treat. And believe me no one would be able to guess that this awesome pudding is also so healthy!
Raw Chocolate Pudding Print this Recipe!
Few notes. I used vanilla soy milk which was great but I bet that any other milk will work just fine. If you want the texture of the pudding to be more soupy use 1 cup of milk. Also, to boost the protein charge of this pudding use 2 scoops instead of 1 of protein powder.
Ingredients
Makes two large servings
¾ cup / 175 ml almond, soy or hemp milk
½ cup frozen banana
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tablespoons chia seeds
1 scoop vegan protein powder (optional)
Directions
Place the frozen banana and milk into a high speed blender and give a few pulses until the banana is thoroughly blended.
Add the cocoa and the chia seeds. Blend until smooth and creamy. Pour the mixture into a bowl (I like to use a jar) and mix well with the aid of a spoon. Add protein powder (if using) and mix well.
Let sit for at least 30 minutes in the fridge (but if you have a couple of hours it’s even better).
Nutrition facts
One serving of this pudding (which is about half of what the whole recipe makes for) scores 150 calories with almost 17 grams of protein (if you're using protein powder), 21 grams of carbs, and around 4 grams of fat.
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Yum! This is the second chocolate chia pudding recipe I've seen today- I think it's a sign. I will be making this for a post-workout snack asap!
ReplyDeleteI read recently that it's better to eat the peel with a banana because of the extra nutrients (have you heard this?). Obviously, you wouldn't do that with a fresh banana, but I cut up the banana in the peel into piece to freeze for smoothies, and couldn't taste anything funky.
I've never heard of eating banana's peel but I'm definitely going to look into this.
DeleteI would just worry about pesticides or other chemicals. But again, I don't know enough to make a valid point. Some research is definitely needed.
Thanks for tip!
OMG this needs to be in my life! Looks so good : )
ReplyDeleteI love this! This is so simple, a back to basics recipes. I make different things with these same ingredients but I never really thought to make a pudding out of it. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteLooks quite wonderful! I would so love to try some. I love a good chocolate pudding and this one looks top notch.
ReplyDeleteCould it also work if I just throw a banana in the blender with some cacao powder and some soy milk? Does the banana have to be frozen? And what are the Chia seeds for? I've never eaten them, but sounds expensive.. I've also never eaten protein powder yet, and it just doesn't sound like something I want to eat either :) Is it important that I really follow the recipe?
ReplyDeleteChia seeds are a superfood and THE way to make vegan pudding, otherwise just go for junk pudding lol
DeleteCould it also work if I just throw a banana in the blender with some cacao powder and some soy milk? Does the banana have to be frozen? And what are the Chia seeds for? I've never eaten them, but sounds expensive.. I've also never eaten protein powder yet, and it just doesn't sound like something I want to eat either :) Is it important that I really follow the recipe?
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