HIGH PROTEIN TIRAMISU CHIA PUDDING RECIPE

gut friendly recipes sheree's health diaries Feb 26, 2025

If you’re a tiramisu lover, but also want to hit your protein goals, this is the ultimate breakfast-meets-dessert moment. This high-protein tiramisu chia pudding has all the indulgent flavours of your favourite Italian treat—rich espresso, velvety cacao, and creamy vanilla—without the sugar crash.

It’s gut-friendly, blood sugar-balancing, and packed with 30g of protein to keep you fuelled all morning. Bonus? It takes less than 5 minutes to prep!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  1. Protein-Packed: with Greek yogurt and quality protein powder, this pudding helps with muscle recovery, satiety, and hormone balance.
  2. Gut-Friendly: chia seeds provide prebiotic fibre, and Greek yogurt offers gut-loving probiotics.
  3. Blood Sugar Friendly: no refined sugar here—just balanced macros to keep your energy steady.
  4. Rich in Antioxidants: cacao and coffee bring a powerful dose of polyphenols to fight inflammation.

INGREDIENTS

–  3 Tbsp. chia seeds
–  160g high-protein yogurt (I used Kalo unsweetened natural Greek yogurt)
–  1 espresso shot
–  1 tsp. cacao powder (I used @selenohealth – use ‘SHEREE10’ for 10% off)
–  ½ serve vanilla protein powder (I used @mitchells.nz – use ‘SHEREE’ for 15% off)

METHOD

  1. In a bowl or jar, mix the chia seeds with the espresso shot, stirring well to prevent clumps.
  2. Add the yoghurt, vanilla protein powder, and mix until smooth.
  3. Let it sit for at least 10 minutes (or overnight for best results) to allow the chia seeds to absorb the liquid and thicken.
  4. Once set, sprinkle cacao powder on top for that true tiramisu vibe. Enjoy!

Serving Suggestions:

  1. Enjoy as a protein-rich breakfast or healthy dessert.
  2. Make it in advance for an easy, grab-and-go option during busy mornings.

This is proof that you can have your tiramisu and eat it too—without the sugar spike! Try it out and tag me @shereehannahwellness so I can see your delicious creations.

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