Description
Silky chocolate chia pudding brings Mediterranean magic to your dessert table, blending rich cocoa with nutrient-packed seeds. Creamy, indulgent, and simple to prepare, you’ll savor each spoonful of this guilt-free treat that nourishes body and soul.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup chia seeds
- 2 cups milk (almond, coconut, or dairy)
- 3 tbsp cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
Sweeteners and Flavorings:
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Toppings and Garnish:
- 2 tbsp dark chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup fresh berries
- 2 tbsp chopped nuts (almonds or walnuts)
Instructions
- Whisk together milk, cocoa powder, honey, vanilla extract, and salt in a medium mixing bowl until smooth and fully incorporated, eliminating any powdery lumps.
- Gradually sprinkle chia seeds into the liquid mixture, stirring continuously to prevent clumping and ensure even distribution.
- Cover the bowl with a lid or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, allowing chia seeds to absorb liquid and create a pudding-like consistency.
- After chilling, remove pudding from refrigerator and stir thoroughly to break up any potential seed clusters and achieve a uniform texture.
- Transfer pudding into serving glasses or individual bowls, creating an elegant presentation.
- Garnish the surface with dark chocolate chips, scatter fresh berries across the top, and sprinkle chopped nuts for added crunch and visual appeal.
- Serve chilled, offering a luxurious, nutrient-dense dessert that can double as a wholesome breakfast or satisfying snack.
Notes
- Select unsweetened cocoa powder for a deeper, richer chocolate flavor and lower sugar content.
- Experiment with alternative milk options like almond, coconut, or oat milk to suit different dietary preferences and create unique taste profiles.
- Whisk ingredients thoroughly to prevent cocoa powder lumps and ensure a smooth, creamy texture throughout the pudding.
- Adjust sweetness by increasing or decreasing honey, or substituting with maple syrup, stevia, or other natural sweeteners for personalized taste and dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Refrigerating
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 12 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg