Peaches and Cream Vegan chia pudding! This fruit smoothie and chia pudding recipe is rich in protein! It takes only a few simple ingredients to make for a healthy make-ahead meal prep breakfast. Bonus – It’s great for supporting digestion too!
Oh hey there Monday! So, without sounding too “jumpy,” um…. where the the heck was chia pudding 5 years ago? Or even 7 years ago when I was traveling from race to race with my husband and living out of a cooler and making travel protein shakes (which always got clumpy). I mean, don’t get me wrong, I was very inventive with our race/travel eats, but dang.. if I had known about chia pudding, vegan chia pudding, or smoothies with chia, we probably would have saved some extra cash and saved our taste buds from chalky dry protein bars at the gas station or $8 smoothie at the airport.
Which is why I think vegan chia pudding (or any kind of chia seed pudding for that matter) can solve ALL our problems. Especially Peaches and Cream Vegan Chia pudding…. I mean Peaches ‘n Cream (said with my Texas accent).
Okay Yes, I am exaggerating a wee bit overly excited about protein and chia pudding, but you get my point.
Haha, or so I like to think.
You see, chia pudding is such a great balance of healthy fats, plant based protein, and omega-3, calcium. All the key nutrients you need in a recovery snack/mini meal, or even as a healthy breakfast to go!
Now throw in some fresh fruit and you’ve got the another perfect balance of glycogen (sugars/carbs) to feed those hard working muscles and Vitamins (Anti-oxidants) to boost your micronutrient intake.
Are you bored yet? Nah.. you secretly love my nerdy nutrition talk, just admit it.
Okay, but really. That little chia seed can pack a lot of nutritious punch in a small amount of ANY liquid.
Now you see where I’m with this, right?
You NEED CHIA pudding in your life!!!
But not just any chia pudding. Nope.
One that’s a step UP from the original cha cha cha chia cup. One that tastes like dessert. One that is naturally sweetened. One that has extra protein. One that is vegan, gluten free, grain free, etc. etc. etc.
This recipe –> Peaches N’ Cream Vegan Chia Pudding with Extra Protein.….or what I like to call “Modern Day Vegan Chia Pudding.” Portable, delicious, and EXTRA nutritious. Emphasis on the EXTRA!
What’s the extra? Oh glad you asked.
The Extra being a quality Protein source that’s EASY TO MIX and can actually help with digestion.
Better Body Food LIVfit Plant protein. Made with Organic Pea Protein, Organic Quinoa Protein (which has all 9 essential amino acids), and agave inulin fiber.
LivFIT packs 15 grams of protein, 80 calories, and 0 grams sugar into 2 scoops. Which is why it’s a great EXTRA (addition) to a this vegan chia pudding.
Now here’s where it gets even more AWESOME. The agave inulin fiber acts a PREBIOTIC. Remember my LOVE for peas and PREBIOTICS ?
Yes, This means it’s a real food FIBER that ferments in the gut and FEEDS the HEALTHY gut bacteria. Combine that with the chia seed that creates gel-forming substance and soluble fiber, chia seeds can ALSO work as a prebiotic —> AGAIN supporting the growth of probiotics in the gut.
Did I lose you?
Sorry, I get al PUMPED for Prebotic, Probiotic, and plant based PROTEIN talk!
But I think I got my point across. This Protein packed Peaches and Cream Chia pudding is healthy for digestion, muscle recovery, and all that … EXTRA
Speaking of plant based Goodness in a BOWL… this peaches n’ Kale smoothie bowl from Eat Your Way Clean sounds like another winner. Peachy KEEN and all the greens!
Okay thanks for hearing me out. Now let’s get our chia pudding making game on!
All you need to do is blend it up creamy coconut milk, fresh summer peaches, organic agave nectar, bourbon vanilla, and better body foods vegan protein. Add this to 1/4 cup chia seeds. Then let is sit for 15 minutes or even overnight.
Once it’s all “pumped up,” top with sliced peaches and a few more tablespoons of coconut cream.
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Protein Chia Pudding Recipe with Peaches
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 3-4 depending on how much chia you use 1x
- Diet: Vegan
Description
Peaches n’ Cream Vegan Chia Pudding Recipe. Protein packed and great for meal prep!
Ingredients
- 1 large peach or 1 cup frozen peach slices (extra for topping)
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1/4 cup almond or coconut milk (2 tbsp for topping)
- 2– 3 tbsp agave nectar
- 1/4 cup vegan vanilla protein powder – See notes for other options
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1/4 to 1/3 cup chia seeds
- Dash of cinnamon
Instructions
- First blend the peaches, milk, agaves, protein, and cinnamon, and vanilla together.
- Pour into large container. Add in your chia seed and mix all together.
- Let it sit for 20-30 minutes or overnight to really expand into a pudding.
- Remove and spoon into cups or bowls.
- Add a splash of milk on top, sliced peaches, a drizzle of agave on top of each cup if desired.
Notes
You can use coconut flour instead of protein powder to help thicken it more if you don’t have protein. We use Better Body Foods coconut flour.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Category: breakfast
- Method: mix
- Cuisine: american
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 13
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: chia pudding, protein pudding,smoothies, vegan, peaches, sugar free
One last nerdy nutrition fact. This one has to do with the peaches.
Fact – Fresh peaches contain an oxygen radical absorbance capacity (ORAC) value of 1814 on the scale (meaning it’s great for fighting oxidative stress).
But…guess what happens when you buy the store bought can with heavy syrup? The ORAC score drops down to 436. Crazy, right?
Needless to say, take advantage of FRESH PEACHES ALL SUMMER LONG!
Corny Nerdy Cotter Signing out!
What’s your favorite summer fruit?
This protein packed vegan chia pudding recipe is sponsored by my friends over at Better Body Foods! Thank you for allowing me to share their wonderful products and talk about this caring company.
Have you ever tried making a? What’s your extra healthy ingredient? Do tell!
Cheers!
LC
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Was it just me, or did this recipe not give the amount of chia seeds needed?
Oh wow, it disappeared. Just added amount back in! thanks!
I recently made something similar, I was going to use tinned peaches (no fresh ones available at the moment) but I forgot to buy them. So I used pre-soaked dried apricots. It turned out delicious.
Oh that sounds wonderful!! Will definitely try that next! Thanks!!
Haven’t tried chia puddings before. Have been shifting our meal options for more healthier ones and this recipe is perfect. Loving your blog.
Oh wonderful! Let me know if you try it Wanda!
I need to try that protein powder, thanks for the suggestion!
Yes, it’s great! I really love how simple their products are. No additives. Plus…. tasty!
I really need to get on the chia bandwagon. I hear so many amazing things, and yes I love your nerdy nutrition talk.
it is good for digestion and energy! mama needs, right? love you!
Looks vibrant and very appetizing!
thanks Meg!
Wow, my vegan friends would LOVE this one! Thanks!
YUMMMM… I love anything with peaches in it! I have been on a huge chia pudding kick lately and can’t wait to try this one. Pinned for later!
Not do confessional confession: I like it when corny nerdy Cotter comes on stage. In other words nutrition nerds unite! I choose food by taste preferences but educating myself about how powerful they are makes things all the better. It’s good to know you’re doing yourself good with your choices. And this chia creation is a beauty with benefits.
Ugh. Can we overlook the typos thanks to me writing too fast? *so not do; in other words:
Grammar nerdy me …
girl I am the queen of typos! so come on with your bad self! haha nutrition nerd and all, YEA!
I’d take this over a protein bar any day! And you’re seriously the QUEEN of all this pro and prebiotic. I was going to say the queen of gut health, but the former seems to sound a little nicer 😆 I also need more peaches in my life. I haven’t been seeing them yet…
hehe well I appreciate that. Gut health or prebiotic PRO! LOL!
I love chia seeds but I’ve never made a chia pudding. This looks so amazing…as always!
Oh you must try it then Wendy! I think you’d love!
I’ve never met a chia pudding that I didn’t like and I just know I would LOVE this one! Another winner Lindsay!
did someone say digestion??? you know I love anything that’s going to help that!!! Plus this looks like s perfect post workout recovery food!
What a wonderful way to showcase such perfectly ripe peaches. And I’ll use any excuse to add coconut cream 🙂
You know it! love my coconut cream!
Oooooh this looks so good! There’s nothing better than a fresh, juicy, summer peach!
Oh gosh, we couldn’t be more on the same page today — this looks and sounds amazing, love the peaches!
I have not had chia seed pudding in, like, 2 years! This delicious looking recipe reminded me that I used to love this – pinning for later!!!
woohoo, time to bust out the chia! keep me posted
I love it when you talk nutrition!! And this recipe is definitely worth talking about! Looks delicious as usual!
haha nutrition talk for you ANYTIME. Mwah!
Such an incredible recipe! I definitely want to get more peaches very very soon!
You must! so perfect for summer
You are a total nerd… and I am a Georgia Peach. 😉
I got on a peach chia kick a few years ago at the height of peach season… and now I’m seeing it in my future. I just realized Vegas has NEVER had chia pudding!
i think you should start a separate blog called… Feed Vegas NEW FOOD!
LMAO! We joke about starting one called “Shit I Feed My Wife.”
OMG do it!
I love anything with peaches and if the pudding packs an extra protein punch, I am in! Great recipe. Cannot wait to try it. Can I substitute almond milk?
you sure can! that works great too!
I just saw a post on chia pudding and thought I need to make this! Glad you posted this today- I just bought peaches too!
Yea! let me know if you make it
I LOVE PEACHES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
and I LOVE YOU!
xoxoxo Love back!
Delicious!! I’m printing this recipe so that I can make them soon! Love everything about this!!
Chia seeds are the BEST, as is chia pudding. And now that you mention it, it would make a great travel snack (adding that to my list for next time!)
yes! perfect travel… like honeymoon travel! EEK!!! so soon, right?!
Chia pudding was so critical to the few months where we were trying to help Dave heal from some pretty severe stomach issues and was on a candida protocol. I’ve been waiting to buy peaches since we will be out of town visiting Austin this week and it always seems to take a few days for peaches to be perfect and I know that would be my luck that they wouldnl’t be good before we left. They are on my grocery list for next week though YUM!!
i feel his pain! yay austin!!! have fun and let me know if you need anything
Haha! Yup, you bet I <3 your nerdy nutrition talk – and I heart chia pudding – and this has me wiggling a happy dance in ma seat!
well I heart you more!
Oh man this looks delicious, but you will kill me because I still haven’t tried chia pudding lol! I do love peaches in the summer but my body prefers berries 🙂
Same here! I love peaches but the fructose gets me. But if I use them in a recipe, like this one, that combines with a fat and is more spread out within servings, I’m all good! Phew!
Looks so delicious, I’m picky about my chia pudding and this looks perfect. However, my first peaches of the season were a bad batch . . . .. soooooo disappointed . . .where’d ya get yours?
the HEB in lakeway! so good!
Love me some peaches and cream! This looks amazing!
thank you friend!
Currently crushing mangoes and blueberries like a champ! XOXO
crushin on you! always. P.S I totally forgot to call you! ACK!!
O peaches and cream sounds lovely! I have yet to get my hands on peaches this season :'(
come visit! we have TONS!
Looks so gooooood!
thanks friend!
I could certainly use more prebiotic in my life! I haven’t done chia pudding on awhile. I think it’s time to switch things up.
You must!! you’ve done a chia smoothie though right?
Oh yes!
Anyone who knows me knows that I love and adore stone fruits. This post makes me want to take a trip back home to GA!
ahh you’re my georgia peach! <3