My partner loves chia pudding and coffee. That’s how this recipe was born!
Initially, we started with oats and now, I often like my puddings with chia alone.
The other day, I wrote this chocolate smoothie bowl that was an instant hit. So, today, I’m tweaking it a bit.
This feels indulgent but it’s not! It’s extremely healthy.
Creamy, coffee-kissed, lightly chocolatey, and secretly packed with protein, it honestly feels like a treat you’d save for the end of the day.
I love making this when both of us want something comforting but still nourishing, especially on busy weeks when I want dessert ready and waiting in the fridge.
It tastes like tiramisu but it’s healthy!
I’m ending the recipe with variations and substitutes in case you’re missing any ingredients.
Let’s get to it!
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Tips to Make it Even Better!
– Use full-fat Greek yogurt for the creamiest, most dessert-like texture.
– Bloom the espresso powder in a tablespoon of warm milk before mixing for deeper coffee flavor.
– A tiny pinch of salt really balances the chocolate and coffee notes.
– Let the pudding chill overnight if you want a thicker, more mousse-like texture.
– High-quality cocoa powder makes a big difference in flavor.
– Good instant espresso powder gives that real tiramisu vibe.
– Glass jars or dessert cups make it feel extra fancy and café-like.
High Protein Tiramisu Chia Pudding with Greek Yogurt
Course: Dessert, BreakfastDifficulty: Easy2
10
minutesIngredients
– 1 cup milk (any milk you like)
– ¼ cup chia seeds
– ½ cup Greek yogurt
– 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 teaspoon instant coffee or espresso powder
– 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
– 2 tablespoons chocolate spread or melted dark chocolate
– Pinch of salt
Directions
- In a bowl or jar, whisk together the milk, chia seeds, maple syrup, vanilla, espresso powder, and a small pinch of salt until everything is well combined, then let it sit for 5 minutes and stir again to prevent clumping.
- Cover and refrigerate the chia mixture for at least 4 hours or overnight until thick, creamy, and spoonable, giving it one more stir halfway through if possible.
- Once set, gently fold the Greek yogurt into the chia pudding until it becomes smooth and creamy, keeping some texture rather than fully whipping it flat.
- Spoon the pudding into serving glasses, add a thin layer of chocolate spread or melted dark chocolate on top, then finish with a generous dusting of cocoa powder for that classic tiramisu feel.
Special Note:
- Add 1 tsp of espresso powder to enhance the flavor of chocolate
Substitutions and Add-Ins:
You can use vanilla or chocolate protein powder mixed into the milk if you want even more protein. Almond milk, oat milk, or coconut milk all work well depending on your preference. Swap the chocolate spread for sugar-free chocolate sauce if needed. For a dairy-free version, use coconut yogurt instead of Greek yogurt, though the protein content will be lower.
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This high protein tiramisu chia pudding is proof that healthy desserts don’t have to feel boring or restrictive.
It’s creamy, rich, lightly sweet, and perfect for make-ahead breakfasts or guilt-free dessert moments. Once you try it, you may just fall in love with it!
I hope you love this recipe as much as I did.
Let me know if you try it with other variants. And if you want the coffee version of this chia pudding, see it here.
