Chocolate Pistachio Avocado Pudding

This Chocolate Pistachio Avocado Pudding is the ultimate healthy & easy dessert recipe. It’s rich, nutty, perfectly creamy, & will have you digging in for more!

I’m having a moment with chocolate avocado protein puddings. Can you tell?!

With no shame, I present to you this Chocolate Pistachio Avocado Pudding. It’s truly incredible – especially if you’re a chocolate & pistachio fanatic, like myself.

This underrated combination is one of a kind & with the addition of an avocado (which provides the most creamy consistency), you’ll be making this on repeat. Especially since it’s packed with over 30 grams of plant protein, which I would even classify as a nutritious post workout treat. 

Why You’ll Love This Chocolate Protein Pudding Recipe

• Loaded with Cacao Flavor: For all those cacao addicts!
• Perfect Protein Dessert: With the combination of protein powder, healthy fat seeds, & cacao powder, this easy dessert is packed with over 30 grams of plant protein!
• Fully Customizable: Make this healthy dessert your own, by adding in some extra nutrients –  I’ve listed some options further down in the post!

Avocado Health Benefits 

One of the key components to make this chocolate pistachio protein pudding recipe extra luscious is the avocado. While avocados are not the most common pudding add-in, it sure is a delicious & nutritious one. This healthy fat fruit is full of creamy benefits that you just don’t want to miss! Organic avocados offers the following health benefits:

• Full of Healthy Fats for Overall Health
• Promotes Healthy Digestion
• Brain Boosting Focus
• Helps Regulate Blood Sugar Levels
• Packed with Anti-Inflammatory Compounds That May Prevent Several Diseases

Ingredients

• Organic Unsweetened Non-Dairy Milk: Any non-dairy milk works in this recipe, just be sure to use homemade or trusted brands – I like MALK Organics, Three Trees, or Native Forest.
• Organic Pistachios: It wouldn’t be a pistachio pudding without them. Unsalted + hopefully pre-shelled for the sake of your fingers! Pistachios blend right in with the other ingredients for color, extra creaminess, & most importantly flavor.
• Organic Cacao Plant Protein: Adding a scoop of protein powder helps to keep you full & satisfied longer. When selecting a protein powder brand, it’s crucial to look at the protein content & most importantly, the ingredients. Check out this Cleanest Plant-Based & Vegan Protein Powders post to learn what to look for, the best brands, as well the recommended daily protein intake.
• Organic Cacao Powder: To be clear, cacao powder is different from regular dutch cocoa powder. Check out this Cacao Powder 101 post to learn more!
• Organic Chia Seeds: Organic chia seeds add some omega-3 fatty acids, magnesium, selenium, phosphorus, calcium, etc. + it helps thicken this chocolate pudding.
• Manuka Honey: A little manuka honey adds the perfect amount of sweetness. If you don’t have manuka, I recommend using local raw unfiltered honey or 1 organic pitted medjool date to make it vegan.
• Sea Salt: A healthy pinch of sea salt is rich in a ton of minerals and beautifully enhances the flavor.
• Organic Avocado: Fresh or frozen both work!
• Ice Cubes: If you’re wanting your pudding to be chilled, throw some in, especially if you’re using a fresh avocado!
• Organic Servings: Completely optional, but if you want to be over-the-top, garnish with some extra pistachios!

How To Make

• Blend the Liquids & Powders. First, add the non-dairy milk, pistachios, plant protein, cacao, seeds, honey, & sea salt, to a high-speed blender. Blend these ingredients until smooth.
• Blend the Frozen Ingredients. Next, add in the frozen avocado & optional ice cubes. Blend until smooth & creamy. If needed, you can pause the blender, remove the lid, and scrape down the sides so that everything is fully incorporated. You may need to add a little more liquid depending on how thick/thin you like your puddings.
• Serve. Transfer to a chilled glass or bowl. Garnish with extra pistachios, if desired. Enjoy!

Optional Chocolate Pudding Add-Ins

Feel free to truly make this healthy + easy dessert your own! Here are a few suggestions to amp-up this Chocolate Pistachio Avocado Pudding recipe:

• Organic Ground Flax Seeds: Include a tablespoon of organic ground flax seeds to add a great little boost of fiber & minerals to this pudding.
• Organic Hemp Seeds: Add in a tablespoon of organic hemp seeds for a boost of healthy fats, protein, omegas & minerals.
• Organic Coconut Yogurt: Add some creaminess to this pudding with a scoop of coconut yogurt. You may have to reduce the liquid to ¾ cup.

Tips for Making the Perfect Pudding

Interested in how to make the absolute perfect Chocolate Pistachio Avocado Pudding recipe? Here are my TOP tips:

1. Adjust Liquid Amount: If you find that your pudding is too thick to blend, not to worry! Just add a bit more liquid, blend, open the cover, scrape down the sides if needed, & blend again. And when possible, always use a larger high-speed blender instead, as it will blend the ingredients much better.
2. How To Make: Add your liquid first & blend your powders first, before adding your frozen ingredients. By blending the liquid & powders first, it ensures that your powders blend completely.
3. Blending Tip: Start your blender on low to medium speed. If you blend the pudding too quickly from the beginning, it’s really hard for the blender to properly blend the frozen ingredients – so start lower and then gradually increase the speed.

Pudding FAQ’s

Is it healthy to have pudding?

It depends, but I wouldn’t post something that was unhealthy. This chocolate pudding is full of protein, healthy fats, & superfoods. However, some puddings on the market or on the web can be loaded with tons of fruit, added sugar, & nonsense, making them a less healthy option. 

What is the best protein powder to use?

I used an organic cacao plant protein powder for this Chocolate Pistachio Avocado Pudding recipe. When selecting a protein powder brand, it’s crucial to look at the protein content & most importantly, the ingredients. Check out this Cleanest Plant-Based & Vegan Protein Powders post to learn what to look for, the best brands, as well the recommended daily protein intake.

How can I add protein without using protein powder?

If you don’t have cacao protein powder on hand, no worries! Just use a total of 2 tablespoons of cacao powder & to increase the protein content, you can add a tablespoon of organic hemp hearts, without changing the taste too much.

Can I make this pudding recipe in advance?

Yes! Feel free to make this healthy protein dessert recipe as is or double it for later. Check out this How to Prepare Smoothies in Advance post to achieve the best results.

More Chocolate Protein Pudding Recipes You’ll Love

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• Chocolate Peppermint Avocado Protein Pudding
• German Chocolate Cake Protein Pudding
• Hot Chocolate Avocado Protein Pudding

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Xoxo.

Christin.

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