Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Pudding
A rich, velvety dark chocolate pudding whipped up with unsweetened almond milk, chocolate whey protein isolate, and peanut butter powder. It delivers a decadent dessert experience with zero added sugar and 34g of high-quality protein.
Prep
5 min
Cook
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Total
10 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Ashley + Lila
Ashley created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
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A steadier pause
Trade food decisions for a clear plan
A straightforward recipe and a satisfying meal can make one part of a busy day feel settled, even when the rest is noisy.
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Prep
5 min
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Total
10 min
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Equipment
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Time saver
Store leftover pudding in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to 2 days.
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Instructions
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Next: Add 1 scoop chocolate protein powder
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Add 1 scoop chocolate protein powder
In a small bowl or wide-mouth jar, add 1 scoop chocolate protein powder, 2 tbsp peanut butter powder, 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder, 0.5 tsp chia seeds, and 1 pinch salt.
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Pour 0
Pour 0.75 cup unsweetened almond milk into the dry mixture.
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Whisk vigorously using a mini whisk or…
Whisk vigorously using a mini whisk or fork for about 60 seconds until smooth, creamy, and completely combined without lumps.
Look for: smooth, creamy, and completely combined without lumps
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Let the pudding sit at room temperature…
Let the pudding sit at room temperature or rest in the refrigerator for 5 to 10 minutes to allow the chia seeds and protein to thicken the texture.
Allow: 5 to 10 minutes
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Grab a spoon and enjoy immediately as…
Grab a spoon and enjoy immediately as a nourishing evening treat.
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