Description
A rich and creamy chocolate chia pudding that’s naturally sweetened and packed with fiber, perfect for a healthy breakfast or a guilt-free dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Chia Pudding Base
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup (or preferred sweetener)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the chia seeds and cocoa powder until well combined to ensure even distribution of cocoa flavor throughout the pudding.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the almond milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Whisk thoroughly to remove any lumps and create a smooth mixture.
- Refrigerate: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight. This rest period allows the chia seeds to absorb the liquid and swell, creating a creamy, pudding-like texture.
- Serve: Before serving, stir the pudding well to break up any clumps. Serve chilled, optionally topped with fresh fruits, nuts, or a dollop of yogurt for extra flavor and texture.
Notes
- The pudding thickens further the longer it sits; overnight is best for optimal texture.
- Use any plant-based milk or dairy milk depending on preference.
- Adjust the sweetness to taste by varying the amount of maple syrup or using alternative sweeteners.
- Top with berries, sliced banana, chopped nuts, or coconut flakes for added nutrition and flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Breakfast, Snack
- Method: No-Cook, Refrigeration
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 recipe (approximately 125 grams)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: chia pudding, chocolate pudding, vegan dessert, healthy snack, gluten free, dairy free, no bake dessert
