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Chocolate Chia Pudding

Chocolate Chia Pudding
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This Chocolate Chia Pudding recipe combines the rich, velvety taste of unsweetened cocoa powder with nutrient-dense chia seeds to create a delicious, nutritious, and easy-to-make dessert or snack. Perfect as a quick breakfast, post-workout snack, or satisfying dessert, this pudding is wholesome, fiber-rich, and highly customizable to fit various dietary preferences.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons chia seeds
  • 1 cup milk or plant-based milk (almond, coconut, oat, soy, etc.)
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1–2 tablespoons sweetener (honey, maple syrup, stevia, or monk fruit, optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional Toppings

  • Fresh fruits (berries, banana slices, etc.)
  • Nuts (crushed almonds, walnuts, etc.)
  • Seeds (pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, etc.)
  • Shredded coconut
  • Melted dark chocolate drizzle

Variation Add-ins (optional)

  • 1 tablespoon natural peanut butter (for peanut butter swirl)
  • 1/4 cup fresh or frozen berries (for berry burst)
  • Pinch of cinnamon or cayenne pepper (for spiced chocolate)
  • 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder (for mocha magic)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Liquid Base: Combine the milk or plant-based milk with unsweetened cocoa powder, sweetener, and vanilla extract in a bowl or jar. Whisk thoroughly to dissolve the cocoa powder and to evenly distribute the sweetness and flavor throughout the liquid.
  2. Add Chia Seeds: Stir in the chia seeds, making sure they are fully incorporated and that there are no clumps. This ensures a smooth, even texture in your pudding.
  3. Chill and Set: Cover the container and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight. During this time, the chia seeds will absorb the liquid and swell, creating a creamy, pudding-like consistency.
  4. Stir and Serve: Before serving, give the pudding a good stir to smooth out any thick spots. Add your choice of toppings such as fresh fruit, nuts, seeds, or shredded coconut for extra flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Use fresh chia seeds for better absorption and smoother texture.
  • Whisk cocoa powder and sweetener into the milk first to avoid lumps before adding chia seeds.
  • Adjust the milk quantity to achieve your preferred pudding thickness.
  • Let the pudding rest overnight for enhanced flavor and texture.
  • Experiment with various toppings like nuts, fresh fruits, or edible flowers for added texture and presentation.

Nutrition

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