Chocolate Peanut Butter Chia Pudding
A creamy, chocolatey chia pudding packed with peanut butter flavor and high-quality protein. Perfect for an effortless, high-fiber breakfast or afternoon snack.
Prep
5 min
Cook
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Total
125 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Brooke + Lila
Brooke 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
Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
Clearer, simpler choices
Let the recipe do the thinking
Clear steps and a complete plate mean fewer decisions when focus is in short supply—and a more substantial meal once you are done.
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Prep
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Total
125 min
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Equipment
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Time saver
Prep Ahead: Make 3 or 4 jars on Sunday night for instant, pull-from-the-fridge breakfasts or snacks all week.
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Next: Whisk together 1 cup (240ml) of unsweetened…
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Whisk together 1 cup (240ml) of unsweetened…
In a medium glass jar or sealable container, whisk together 1 cup (240ml) of unsweetened almond milk, 1 scoop (30g) of chocolate whey protein powder, 1 tbsp (6g) of peanut butter powder, and 1 tsp (3g) of unsweetened cocoa powder until smooth and no lumps remain.
Look for: smooth and no lumps remain
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Stir in 2 tbsp (24g) of chia…
Stir in 2 tbsp (24g) of chia seeds, ensuring all seeds are fully submerged and distributed throughout the liquid.
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Cover the container and let it rest…
Cover the container and let it rest for 10 minutes at room temperature, then give it one final thorough stir to prevent seeds from settling at the bottom.
Allow: 10 minutes
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Seal and refrigerate for at least 2…
Seal and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight, until thick and set like pudding.
Look for: thick and set like pudding
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Serve chilled directly from the jar
Serve chilled directly from the jar.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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