A layered overnight chia seed raspberry protein pudding that eats like dessert and works like breakfast. Simply Desserts Vanilla Protein Pudding mix makes the chia base creamy and naturally vanilla-sweet (no added sugar from the mix), while chia seeds set it into a thick, spoonable pudding overnight. A bright fresh raspberry layer goes on top. Honest heads-up: the pudding mix is sugar-free, but the fresh raspberries add a little natural sugar (roughly 2g per serving), so this is naturally low in sugar rather than zero sugar.
Recipe: Chia Seed Raspberry Protein Pudding
Ingredients
- 1 box Simply Desserts Vanilla Protein Pudding Mix
- 2 cups unsweetened almond milk (oat or any dairy milk also work)
- 4 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- Optional: 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: extra whole raspberries and a few chia seeds for topping
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk the Simply Desserts Vanilla Protein Pudding mix into the milk for about 2 minutes until completely smooth.
- Whisk in the chia seeds (and the vanilla extract, if using) until evenly dispersed with no clumps.
- Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes, then whisk again to break up any chia seeds that have settled or stuck together.
- Divide the chia base between 3 jars or glasses, cover, and refrigerate overnight (at least 8 hours) until thick and set.
- Mash about half of the fresh raspberries with a fork into a quick raspberry layer, leaving the rest whole.
- Spoon the mashed raspberries over each set chia pudding, then top with whole raspberries and a sprinkle of chia seeds.
- Serve chilled, straight from the jar.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Per Serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 159 |
| Protein | 11g |
| Fat | 7g |
| Sugar | 2g |
| Fiber | 9g |
Why This Recipe Works
Chia pudding usually relies on plain milk and a sweetener, which leaves it thin and bland. Swapping in Simply Desserts Vanilla Protein Pudding mix changes that: the milk protein base and built-in emulsifiers thicken and enrich the pudding, layering real protein on top of the chia seeds' own. You get a creamier set, a vanilla flavour without added sugar, and a genuine protein boost. The chia seeds bring fiber and that classic tapioca-like texture, and the fresh raspberries add tartness and colour to balance the creamy vanilla. It is a make-ahead pudding that holds for days in the fridge.
Simply Desserts is a real dessert brand, not a protein supplement company trying to make dessert. That means genuine flavour, creamy texture, and clean ingredients. Each serving delivers about 11g of protein, and the Simply Desserts pudding base stays sugar-free (any sugar comes from your mix-ins).
Variations
Dairy Milk Boost
Use ultra-filtered dairy milk instead of almond milk to push the protein higher (Simply Desserts notes the mix can reach 40g+ protein per box with ultra-filtered milk).
Mixed Berry
Swap or combine the raspberries with blueberries, blackberries, or sliced strawberries for a mixed-berry chia pudding.
Raspberry Chocolate
Use Simply Desserts Chocolate Protein Pudding mix as the base instead of vanilla for a chocolate-raspberry layered pudding.
Crunchy Topping
Finish with a spoonful of granola, toasted coconut, or chopped nuts for crunch against the soft chia layer.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you make chia seed raspberry protein pudding?
Whisk 1 box of Simply Desserts Vanilla Protein Pudding mix into 2 cups of milk until smooth, whisk in 4 tablespoons of chia seeds, then refrigerate overnight (at least 8 hours). In the morning, top each jar with mashed and whole fresh raspberries.
Is raspberry chia protein pudding sugar-free?
The Simply Desserts pudding mix is sugar-free (sweetened with erythritol and stevia), but the fresh raspberries add a little natural sugar, roughly 2g per serving. So this recipe is naturally low in sugar rather than completely sugar-free.
How much protein is in this high protein chia pudding?
The Simply Desserts Vanilla Protein Pudding base provides 20g protein per box (5g per serving of mix), and the chia seeds and milk add more. Split across 3 servings, each jar comes to roughly 11g protein. Using ultra-filtered dairy milk pushes it higher.
Why is my chia pudding clumpy?
Chia seeds clump when they are not stirred after they start absorbing liquid. Whisk the base well, let it sit 5 minutes, then whisk again to break up any settled seeds before refrigerating overnight.
Can I make this chia pudding dairy-free?
The pudding base itself contains milk protein (it is a dairy product), so the recipe is not dairy-free even if you use almond or oat milk. The Simply Desserts pudding mix is Kosher Dairy and contains milk as an allergen.
Try Vanilla Protein Pudding
20g protein per box. Zero sugar. Real dessert flavour. Ready in 2 minutes.
