Description
This creamy and healthy chocolate chia pudding is the perfect make-ahead breakfast or guilt-free dessert. Packed with fiber, protein, and rich chocolate flavor, it’s an easy and delicious treat to keep in your fridge.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 to 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 2 cups almond milk (or any milk)
- Fresh raspberries or chocolate shavings (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together chia seeds, cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, salt, and almond milk until smooth and well combined.
- Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes, then stir again to break up any clumps.
- Pour into clean jars or bowls and cover with lids or plastic wrap.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight until set.
- Top with fresh raspberries or chocolate shavings if desired and serve chilled.
Notes
- Stir twice before chilling to prevent chia seed clumps.
- Use a whisk instead of a spoon for a smoother mix.
- Blend the pudding before chilling for a mousse-like texture.
- Adjust sweetness and cocoa to taste before chilling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar (1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: chocolate chia pudding, healthy dessert, vegan breakfast, make-ahead pudding, dairy-free snack