Description
This Chocolate Chia Pudding is a quick, healthy, and satisfying breakfast or snack option. Packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats, it comes together in just 10 minutes using simple ingredients like chia seeds, almond milk, cocoa powder, and maple syrup.
Ingredients
- 1 cup chia seeds
- 3 cups almond milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon espresso powder (optional)
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
Instructions
- Add almond milk, chia seeds, vanilla, cinnamon, espresso powder (if using), cocoa powder, and maple syrup to the blending cup of an immersion blender or a high-speed blender.
- Blend until the mixture is thick and creamy and most chia seeds are broken down. Work in batches if needed depending on blender size.
- Portion the pudding into jars or containers.
- Top with your choice of fruit such as raspberries, strawberries, blueberries, or blackberries.
- Refrigerate and enjoy cold. Store in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Notes
- You can use any milk you prefer, such as dairy, cashew, or coconut milk.
- Espresso powder enhances the chocolate flavor; you can substitute instant coffee or omit it entirely.
- Maple syrup can be replaced with honey or a low-carb sweetener like monk fruit.
- For a traditional texture, skip the blending and simply stir the ingredients together, refrigerate overnight, and enjoy the next day.
- Chia pudding can be frozen for up to 1 month in an airtight container.
- Nutrition info excludes any fruit toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar
- Calories: 321
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 137mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 22g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
