Looking for a healthy, high-protein breakfast that satisfies your sweet tooth? This high protein Strawberry Cheesecake Chia Pudding is the ultimate nutritious treat, perfect for busy mornings or a quick snack.
Strawberry cheesecake flavor in a healthy, protein-packed pudding? Yes, please! This high protein strawberry cheesecake chia seed pudding combines the creaminess of cottage cheese, the sweetness of strawberries, and the fiber-rich goodness of chia seeds for a breakfast or sweet treat that's both delicious and filling.
Whether you're a chia pudding fan or still on the fence, this smooth and tasty version might just win you over.
Chia seeds are tiny nutritional powerhouses that not only offer an excellent source of fiber but also create a unique smooth and creamy texture when soaked in liquid. As the seeds absorb the milk and other liquids in this recipe, they expand and form a pudding-like consistency that's satisfying, rich, and helps curb your appetite. For more information, read my article on the benefits of chia seeds.
In addition to fiber, this strawberry chia pudding also packs 37 grams of protein. This nutritious breakfast will keep you energized and satisfied all day long. Packed with protein from cottage cheese and a scoop of protein powder, it supports muscle recovery, boosts your metabolism, and will keep hunger at bay for hours.
Looking for more high-protein recipes? Try one of my favorite high-protein breakfasts like my high protein overnight oats, 3-ingredient banana protein pancakes or chocolate protein yogurt bowl.
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- Why You'll Love This Dish
- Doctor's Tips
- Ingredients
- How To Make Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Chia Pudding Step-By-Step
- Chef's Tips
- Recipe FAQs
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Why You'll Love This Dish
- High in Protein: This strawberry cheesecake protein chia pudding offers a whopping 37 grams of protein, keeping you full and energized.
- Rich in Fiber: Chia seeds add a significant amount of dietary fiber, promoting gut health. One serving of this dish packs in 10 grams of fiber.
- Quick and Easy: This pudding takes only 15 minutes to make, making it perfect for meal prep or a grab-and-go breakfast.
- Delicious and Healthy: With a flavor reminiscent of strawberry cheesecake, this pudding is a treat you can feel good about eating.
Doctor's Tips
- Chia Seeds: Packed with omega-3 fatty acids and fiber, chia seeds are excellent for heart health. They also help with digestion and keep you feeling full longer. Read my post on the health benefits of omega 3s.
- Cottage Cheese: A great source of protein and calcium, cottage cheese adds a cheesecake-like flavor while boosting the nutritional value of the pudding. You can also try my popular cottage cheese banana pudding recipe.
- Strawberries: Fresh strawberries are rich in vitamin C, antioxidants, and fiber, and add natural sweetness to the chia pudding.
Ingredients
Ingredient notes and substitutions. See recipe card at the end of the post for full ingredient list.
- Milk- You can use any type including dairy milk or plant-based milk like almond milk or coconut milk (soy milk will have the highest protein).
- Cottage cheese- Gives that classic cheesecake flavor. You can use 2% or full fat. I like to use Good Culture cottage cheese. You can substitute Greek yogurt if you don't like cottage cheese.
- Strawberries- You can use fresh strawberries or frozen strawberries that you've defrosted.
- Vanilla protein powder- Use a protein powder you like the taste of. You can use whey protein or plant-based protein powder.
- Maple syrup- You can use any sweetener of your choice like honey, monk fruit sweetener or Stevia.
- Chia seeds- these high fiber seeds are nutritional superstars!
- Optional toppings: Greek yogurt, diced strawberries, crushed graham crackers, coconut, granola, nuts
How To Make Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Chia Pudding Step-By-Step
See recipe card at the end of the post for full recipe details.
- Step 1- Add milk, cottage cheese, strawberries, protein powder, and maple syrup to a blender.
- Step 2- Blend until smooth.
- Step 3- Add chia seeds to a mason jar or other sealable container.
- Step 4- Pour in the strawberry milk and stir until well combined. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight. The next morning, top your chia pudding with Greek yogurt, sliced strawberries, crushed graham crackers or any other desired toppings. Enjoy!
Chef's Tips
- Use any type of milk you prefer- dairy milk or dairy-free milk like almond milk, oat milk, soy milk or even coconut milk.
- Adjust the sweetness with maple syrup, honey, or sweetener of choice like monk fruit sweetener or Stevia. You can also add in some vanilla extract.
- I love strawberries in this dish but other fruit will work like blueberries, raspberries or mango. You can use fresh or frozen.
- For a single serving, I recommend using a small blender cup. If using a large blender, consider doubling the recipe (at least) to ensure everything blends well.
- This chia pudding is perfect for meal prep- make a large batch on Sunday and enjoy it all week long.
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Recipe FAQs
Absolutely! Swap strawberries for other fruits like blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, or even mango. This pudding is versatile and delicious with any fruit you enjoy.
If your pudding is too thick, add an extra splash of milk before serving, and stir it up. If it's too thin, let it chill longer in the fridge or add some more chia seeds and allow it to rest for a few more hours.
Chia pudding will keep well for about 4-5 days in the refrigerator if covered and stored properly. Give the pudding a good stir before eating.
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Recipe
Strawberry Cheesecake Chia Pudding (High Protein)
Equipment
Ingredients
- ¼ cup milk, any type
- ¼ cup low-fat cottage cheese
- ½ cup strawberries
- 2 tablespoons vanilla protein powder
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- Optional toppings: Greek yogurt, diced strawberries, crushed graham crackers, granola
Instructions
- Add milk, cottage cheese, strawberries, protein powder, and maple syrup to a blender and blend until smooth. Pour into a mason jar or other container and add the chia seeds. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight.
- When ready to serve, stir the pudding to break up any lumps. If desired, stir in a little milk to loosen up the pudding. Then, top the chia pudding with desired toppings like Greek yogurt, diced strawberries, crushed graham crackers or granola.
Notes
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- Use any type of milk you prefer- dairy milk or dairy-free milk like almond milk, oat milk, soy milk or even coconut milk.
- Adjust the sweetness with more maple syrup, honey, or sweetener of choice like monk fruit sweetener or Stevia. You can also add in some vanilla extract.
- I love strawberries in this dish but other fruit will work, like blueberries, raspberries or mango. You can use fresh or frozen.
- For a single serving, I recommend using a small blender cup. If using a large blender, consider doubling the recipe (at least) to ensure everything blends well.
- This chia pudding is perfect for meal prep- make a large batch on Sunday and enjoy it all week long.
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