Ingredients
Chocolate Chia Pudding Ingredients
- 1 cup milk of choice (dairy or plant-based)
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder (or cacao powder)
- 1-2 tbsp pure maple syrup, to taste
- 1 pinch sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add milk, chia seeds, cocoa powder, maple syrup, and sea salt into a medium mixing bowl. Whisk thoroughly to ensure the cocoa powder and chia seeds are evenly distributed and there are no clumps.
- Divide and Refrigerate: Pour the mixture into two mason jars or small airtight containers. Seal them and place in the refrigerator for a minimum of 4 to 6 hours, ideally overnight, to allow the chia seeds to absorb the liquid and form a pudding-like consistency.
- Add Toppings and Serve: Before serving, garnish with your choice of toppings such as chopped chocolate, unsweetened shredded coconut, and fresh berries to enhance flavor and texture. Enjoy chilled.
Notes
- Use any milk you prefer—almond, coconut, oat, soy, or dairy milk all work well.
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of maple syrup to your taste.
- Letting the pudding sit overnight yields the best texture, but 4 hours is the minimum for thickening.
- Optional sea salt enhances the chocolate flavor but can be omitted.
- For added protein, try mixing in a spoonful of nut butter or protein powder before refrigerating.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
