Chocolate Almond Berry Protein Chia Cream (Printable)
A nourishing layered parfait with chocolate protein cream, chia pudding, fresh berries, and toasted almonds.
# List of ingredients:
→ Chia Cream
01 - ½ cup chia seeds
02 - 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
03 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
04 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
→ Chocolate Protein Layer
05 - 1 scoop (approximately 30 g) chocolate protein powder
06 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
07 - ½ cup plain Greek yogurt or dairy-free yogurt
08 - ¼ cup almond butter
09 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
→ Berry Layer
10 - 1 cup mixed fresh berries (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, blackberries)
→ Toppings
11 - ¼ cup sliced almonds, toasted
12 - Extra berries, for garnish
13 - Shaved dark chocolate (optional)
# Steps:
01 - Combine chia seeds, almond milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract in a medium bowl. Stir thoroughly to distribute seeds evenly. Let stand for 5 minutes, then stir again to break up any clumps. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight until mixture achieves pudding-like consistency.
02 - In a separate bowl, whisk together chocolate protein powder, cocoa powder, yogurt, almond butter, and maple syrup until completely smooth and no lumps remain. Mixture should be thick and spreadable.
03 - Remove chia cream from refrigerator and stir gently to loosen texture before layering.
04 - Layer components in serving glasses or bowls in this order: chia cream, chocolate protein mixture, mixed berries. Repeat layers if desired, finishing with berries on top.
05 - Sprinkle toasted sliced almonds over the top, add additional fresh berries, and finish with shaved dark chocolate if using.
06 - Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy. Parfaits can be made up to 24 hours in advance.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- You get dessert for breakfast that actually powers your morning without any sugar crash later
- The layers make it feel fancy enough to serve guests but simple enough for busy weekdays
02 -
- The chia cream needs that full chilling time to develop the right texture, so do not rush this step
- Let the chocolate protein mixture sit for a few minutes before layering to thicken slightly
03 -
- Toast the sliced almonds while the chia cream chills for maximum flavor impact
- For the smoothest layers, use an immersion blender on the chocolate mixture