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High-Protein Strawberry Chia Cups - Creamy, Fresh, and Meal-Prep Friendly

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • Fresh strawberries (about 2 cups, hulled)
  • Plain or vanilla Greek yogurt (2 cups; 2% or 0%)
  • Unsweetened milk of choice (1 to 1 1/4 cups; dairy or almond/oat)
  • Chia seeds (1/2 cup)
  • Vanilla or unflavored protein powder (2 scoops; whey or plant-based)
  • Maple syrup or honey (2–3 tablespoons, to taste)
  • Vanilla extract (1 teaspoon)
  • Pinch of fine sea salt
  • Optional toppings: sliced strawberries, granola, coconut flakes, crushed pistachios, dark chocolate shavings

Instructions
 

  • Blend the strawberries: Add strawberries, milk, vanilla, sweetener, and salt to a blender. Blend until smooth and pink.
  • Mix the base: In a large bowl, whisk Greek yogurt with protein powder until smooth. Pour in the strawberry mixture and whisk until fully combined.
  • Add chia seeds: Stir in chia seeds until evenly distributed. Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes, then stir again to prevent clumping.
  • Portion: Divide into 4–6 cups or jars. Leave a little room for toppings.
  • Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, ideally overnight, until thick and spoonable.
  • Top and serve: Add extra sliced strawberries, a sprinkle of granola, or a few chocolate shavings. Enjoy cold.