Chocolate Chia Seed Pudding
User Reviews
4.9
Chocolate Chia Seed Pudding
Description
Chocolate Chia Seed Pudding is made by mixing chia seeds with cacao powder, maple syrup, and your choice of milk in individual jars. The mixture is whisked to distribute the cocoa and sweetener evenly. After an initial rest to allow the chia seeds to start absorbing liquid, the pudding is stirred again to break up clumps, encouraging an even gel-like texture. The pudding is ready to enjoy immediately or can be refrigerated to thicken further and store for up to four days.
The pudding has a smooth yet slightly grainy texture from the hydrated chia seeds and a mild chocolate flavor from the cacao powder and sweetness from maple syrup. Adjusting sweetness or adding a pinch of salt can fine-tune the flavor. The recipe also offers a fruit-sweetened variation using Medjool dates blended with milk and cocoa instead of maple syrup.
Chocolate chia pudding serves well as a quick nutritious snack or light dessert without cooking. Storing it chilled allows convenient make-ahead servings and versatile customization for dietary preferences.
Ingredients
- 1 cup milk of choice
- 2 tablespoons cacao powder (or cocoa powder)
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- ¼ cup chia seeds
Instructions
- You'll need two 8-ounce or larger mason jars to stir together the two individual servings. In each jar, add 2 tablespoons of chia seeds, 1 tablespoon of cacao powder, 1 tablespoon of maple syrup, and ½ cup of milk.
- Use a small whisk to stir the ingredients together. The cocoa powder may not mix in easily right away, so don't be frustrated if some small clumps remain on top. Let the mixture rest for 10 minutes, so the chia seeds can start to gel.
- After 10 minutes have passed, use the whisk to mix the chia pudding again. The mixture will look separated at first, but will soon thicken up as you stir. Be sure to scrape the sides and bottom of each jar to break up any clumps.
- As soon as the pudding has thickened, you can serve it right away and adjust any flavor to taste. (Add more maple syrup for extra sweetness or a pinch of salt, if desired.) If you don't want to eat this right away, secure the lid on the jars and store them in the fridge for up to 4 days. They will thicken even more when chilled; add a splash of milk to loosen the texture later, if desired.
Notes
- Nutrition estimates apply to half the batch; actual values may vary depending on ingredients and portion size.
- For a fruit-sweetened variation, blend pitted Medjool dates with cocoa powder and milk before combining with chia seeds to provide natural sweetness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 186 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 186kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 26g | 9% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6g | 35% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 0.03g | 2% |
| Sodium | 169mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 207mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 10g | 40% |
| Sugar | 12g | 24% |
| Vitamin A | 11IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0.3mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 312mg | 31% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
You'll Also Love
