Creamy Chocolate Chia Pudding You'll Love for Breakfast

Savor the delightful Chocolate Chia Pudding, a healthy dessert that's vegan, gluten-free, and perfect for meal prep.

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Prep Time 10

Refrigeration Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings: 2 servings

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: Vegan

Calories: 180

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Pudding

1/4 cup chia seeds Consider using flax seeds as an alternative.
2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder Be sure it's unsweetened.
1 cup almond milk Feel free to substitute with cashew or oat milk.
1 tablespoon maple syrup Honey or agave syrup can be used as substitutes.

For Toppings (optional)

fresh fruits Berries like raspberries or blueberries.
dark chocolate chips For extra indulgence.
nut butter Almond or peanut butter for creaminess.
coconut cream Pairs beautifully with chocolate.

Equipment

Medium Bowl
whisk
Refrigerator

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Chocolate Chia Pudding

In a medium bowl or jar, combine 1/4 cup chia seeds and 2 teaspoons of unsweetened cocoa powder.
Pour in 1 cup of almond milk and 1 tablespoon of maple syrup, mixing thoroughly.
Allow the pudding mixture to sit for about 5-10 minutes at room temperature.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes, preferably overnight.
Before serving, give the pudding a gentle stir and top with fresh fruits and optional dark chocolate chips.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, prepare the pudding the night before and experiment with various toppings.

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