Chocolate Berry Chia Pudding
Rich cocoa-infused chia pudding layered with creamy high-protein Greek yogurt and sweet mixed berries. A decadent, dessert-like breakfast that is prep-ahead friendly and requires absolutely no cooking.
Prep
10 min
Cook
0 min
Total
250 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Julia + Lila
Julia 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
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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Prep
10 min
Cook
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Total
250 min
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Equipment
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Prep the vegetables and measure pantry ingredients earlier in the day to shorten cook time.
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Instructions
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Next: Whisk together the chia seed
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Whisk together the chia seed
In a small jar or container, whisk together the chia seed, cacao powder, vanilla protein powder, and milk until completely smooth and no lumps remain.
Look for: completely smooth and no lumps remain
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Secure the lid on the container and…
Secure the lid on the container and place it in the refrigerator to chill for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, allowing the mixture to thicken into a pudding consistency.
Allow: 4 hours
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Remove the chilled pudding from the refrigerator…
Remove the chilled pudding from the refrigerator and give it a vigorous stir to break up any clumps that may have settled.
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Layer the chocolate chia pudding in a…
Layer the chocolate chia pudding in a clean glass or bowl, alternating with spoonfuls of Greek yogurt and fresh mixed berries.
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Serve immediately while cold
Serve immediately while cold, or cover and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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