Description
Chocolate Chia Pudding is a smooth, creamy, and naturally sweetened snack or dessert made by soaking chia seeds in chocolate milk until thickened. It’s rich in fiber and nutrients and easy to customize with your favorite toppings.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 cups milk of choice (almond, oat, dairy, etc.)
- 2–3 tbsp maple syrup, honey, or agave
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional toppings: fresh berries, banana slices, nuts, coconut flakes
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together milk, cocoa powder, sweetener, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
- Add chia seeds and stir to combine evenly.
- Let sit for 5 minutes, then stir again to prevent clumping.
- Cover or divide into jars and refrigerate for 2–4 hours or overnight.
- Before serving, stir again and add desired toppings.
Notes
Chilling overnight creates the best texture.Use any milk that suits your diet (dairy or plant-based).Customize with flavor additions like mint extract, espresso powder, or peanut butter.Stir well during the first few minutes to avoid clumps.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg