Description
This Creamy Chocolate Chia Pudding is a quick and healthy dessert or breakfast option combining the rich flavor of cocoa with the nutritional power of chia seeds. It’s naturally dairy-free, easily customizable with your favorite milk and sweeteners, and requires only a few minutes of prep before refrigerated overnight to achieve a luscious, creamy texture.
Ingredients
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Chia Pudding Ingredients
- 3 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 cup almond milk (or any milk of choice)
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1-2 tbsp maple syrup or honey (to taste)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Mix Liquid Ingredients: In a bowl or jar, whisk together the almond milk, cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until the mixture is completely smooth and homogenous.
- Add Chia Seeds: Stir the chia seeds into the liquid mixture thoroughly to ensure they are evenly distributed throughout the pudding base.
- Refrigerate: Cover the bowl or jar and place it in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight so the chia seeds can absorb the liquid and expand, thickening the pudding to a creamy consistency.
- Stir Before Serving: Before serving, give the pudding a good stir to break up any clumps and ensure a smooth, creamy texture.
- Serve and Garnish: Serve chilled and optionally top with fresh berries, coconut flakes, or dark chocolate shavings to enhance flavor and presentation.
Notes
- Use any type of milk you prefer such as dairy, soy, oat, or coconut milk.
- Adjust the level of sweetness with more or less maple syrup or honey according to taste.
- For a vegan version, substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar.
- Make sure to stir the pudding well before serving to improve texture.
- Chia pudding can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
