Chocolate Berry Almond Protein Chia Cream (Printable)

Rich, protein-packed chocolate chia cream topped with fresh berries and crunchy almonds

# List of ingredients:

→ Chia Cream Base

01 - 1/3 cup chia seeds
02 - 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
03 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
05 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
06 - 1 scoop chocolate or vanilla protein powder

→ Berry Layer

07 - 1 cup mixed fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries)

→ Almond Topping

08 - 1/4 cup sliced almonds, lightly toasted

→ Garnish

09 - Shaved dark chocolate (optional)
10 - Fresh mint leaves (optional)

# Steps:

01 - Whisk together chia seeds, almond milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cocoa powder, and protein powder in a medium bowl until thoroughly combined and smooth.
02 - Allow mixture to rest for 5 minutes, then whisk vigorously again to break up any clumps and ensure even seed distribution.
03 - Cover bowl and refrigerate for minimum 2 hours or overnight until mixture achieves thick, pudding-like consistency.
04 - Stir refrigerated chia cream thoroughly. If texture appears too thick, incorporate additional splash of almond milk to reach desired consistency.
05 - Distribute chilled chia cream evenly among 4 serving glasses or bowls, filling each approximately three-quarters full.
06 - Top each portion with generous spoonful of mixed fresh berries, distributing evenly across servings.
07 - Sprinkle toasted sliced almonds over berry layer. Add shaved dark chocolate and fresh mint leaves if desired. Serve immediately while chilled.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • You get that rich chocolate pudding satisfaction while packing in 11 grams of protein per serving
  • The texture transforms from simple ingredients into something that feels like a fancy restaurant dessert
  • It takes five minutes of active time but tastes like you spent much longer in the kitchen
02 -
  • That second whisk after 5 minutes is non-negotiable or you will have stubborn chia clumps later
  • The cream continues to thicken in the fridge, so do not worry if it seems slightly liquid at first
  • Blending the mixture before chilling transforms it into an ultra-creamy mousse-like texture
03 -
  • Use a frother or immersion blender for the smoothest possible texture without any chia seed grit
  • Warm the almond milk slightly before whisking in the protein powder to help it dissolve completely

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