High-Protein Matcha Chia Pudding with Blueberry Compote & Blueberry Milk Foam
A creamy, layered high-protein chia pudding recipe made with Alta Dena High Protein Milk, matcha, honey, chia seeds, an blueberry compote.
Equipment
- Frother or matcha whisk
Ingredients
Matcha Chia Pudding
- 2 cups Alta Dena Protein Milk
- ½ cup chia seeds about 8 tablespoons of chia seeds
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1½ teaspoons matcha powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch fine sea salt
Blueberry Compote
- 2 cups blueberries fresh or frozen
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Pinch fine sea salt
Instructions
- Warm ¼ cup of the Alta Dena Protein Milk until steaming but not boiling. Add the matcha powder and whisk until smooth, using a small whisk, matcha whisk, or handheld frother. In a medium bowl, whisk together the remaining 1¾ cups Alta Dena High Protein Milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, salt, and the matcha milk mixture. Stir in the chia seeds, let sit for 10 minutes, then whisk again to prevent clumps..
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight, until thick and pudding-like.
- In a small saucepan, combine blueberries, maple syrup, lemon juice, lemon zest, and salt. Simmer for 6–8 minutes, until the berries burst and the mixture becomes jammy. Stir in the cornstarch slurry if a thicker compote is desired. Cool completely.
- Layer blueberry compote and matcha chia pudding in glass jars or mason jars.
- Finish with fresh fruit, coconut flakes, granola, almonds, lemon zest, or a drizzle of honey.
Notes
This is a great way to make a high-protein breakfast or healthy snack with simple ingredients.
For best results, chill overnight.
The consistency of your chia seed pudding will thicken as it rests.
Make a large batch of chia seed pudding for meal prep and store in airtight containers.
The blueberry milk foam is best made fresh right before serving.
For best results, chill overnight.
The consistency of your chia seed pudding will thicken as it rests.
Make a large batch of chia seed pudding for meal prep and store in airtight containers.
The blueberry milk foam is best made fresh right before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1portionCalories: 562kcalCarbohydrates: 79gProtein: 18gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 11gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 29mgSodium: 105mgPotassium: 755mgFiber: 18gSugar: 51gVitamin A: 649IUVitamin C: 19mgCalcium: 623mgIron: 4mg
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