Description
Chocolate chia pudding is a creamy, rich, and nutritious no-cook dessert made with chia seeds, cocoa powder, and your milk of choice. Naturally gluten-free and easily vegan, it’s a great make-ahead option for a healthy breakfast, snack, or dessert.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 cups milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 2–3 tbsp maple syrup, honey, or other sweetener
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a medium bowl or jar, whisk together the milk, cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth and well combined.
- Add the chia seeds and stir thoroughly to combine.
- Let sit for 5 minutes, then stir again to prevent clumping.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight until thickened.
- Stir before serving. Add more milk to adjust consistency if desired.
- Top with fruit, nuts, coconut, or chocolate chips and enjoy chilled.
Notes
For a smoother texture, blend the pudding after it sets.Use coconut milk for extra creaminess and a tropical twist.Add espresso powder for a mocha flavor.Top with berries, nut butter, or granola for added texture.Store in jars for easy grab-and-go snacks or breakfasts
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
