Chocolate Chia Pudding Recipe

I recently tried making this chocolate chia pudding with unsweetened almond milk, chia seeds, cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla, and a pinch of salt, and its so good that it totally bumped up my snack game even on the craziest days.

I love my Chocolate Chia Pudding recipe its really nutritious. I use unsweetened almond milk to keep calories low and chia seeds for fiber and omega 3’s.

Cocoa powder adds antioxidants while maple syrup, vanilla extract and a pinch of salt bring balanced flavor. I think its a smart snack.

Ingredients

Ingredient Quantities

• 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
• 1/3 cup chia seeds
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• A pinch of salt

How to Make this

1. Pour 2 cups of unsweetened almond milk into a bowl or jar.

2. Mix in 1/4 cup cocoa powder, 2 tablespoons maple syrup, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.

3. Whisk everything together until the cocoa is well blended into the milk.

4. Stir in 1/3 cup chia seeds and give it another good mix.

5. Let the mixture sit for about 5 minutes then stir again to make sure the chia seeds dont clump.

6. Cover the bowl or jar and pop it in the fridge.

7. Chill it for at least 4 hours or overnight so it thickens into a pudding.

8. Give it a stir before serving and enjoy your chocolate chia pudding!

Equipment Needed

1. A bowl or jar that you can cover up for putting it in the fridge.
2. A liquid measuring cup to measure out 2 cups of almond milk.
3. Dry measuring cups and spoons to measure the cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt.
4. A whisk to mix all the ingredients together.
5. A spoon or spatula for stirring the mixture.
6. A refrigerator to chill the pudding.

FAQ

• Q: Can I use a different type of milk?
  A: Sure you can use oat milk or soy milk if you dont have almond milk on hand.
• Q: How long should I let it chill?
  A: Its best to let it chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours, but overnight works best for the chia to fully soak.
• Q: Can I adjust the amount of cocoa powder for a milder chocolate flavor?
  A: Yep, if you find it too strong you can reduce the cocoa powder a bit to suit your taste.
• Q: Is this recipe completely vegan?
  A: Yes it is totally vegan as all the ingredients are plant based.
• Q: Can I add fruits or nuts on top?
  A: Definitely, topping it with berries or even some sliced bananas and nuts adds a nice twist.
• Q: What can I use if I dont have maple syrup?
  A: You can replace maple syrup with agave nectar or even a bit of honey if you dont mind it not being vegan.

Chocolate Chia Pudding Recipe Substitutions and Variations

• Almond Milk: You can substitute with soy milk or coconut milk if youre in a pinch
• Chia Seeds: Try using ground flaxseeds instead; they give a similar texture though a bit different taste
• Cocoa Powder: You might want to use cacao powder as an alternative but remember it might need a bit more sweetening
• Maple Syrup: If you dont have maple syrup, honey or agave nectar works pretty well too
• Vanilla Extract: You can swap in a pinch a pinch of cinnamon or almond extract to add flavour

Pro Tips

1. When you add the cocoa powder to the almond milk, try stirring it in really well so you dont get any clumps, because lumps can really ruin the smooth texture of your pudding.
2. Let the chia seeds sit in the milk for about 5 minutes before giving it another good stir, this helps them start absorbing the liquid and stops them from forming big clumps later on.
3. For extra flavor, you might add a pinch more maple syrup or even a bit of cinnamon once you first mix everything together, so every spoonful tastes a little extra special.
4. If you have a jar with a tight lid, use it instead of a bowl, because shaking the jar after its been in the fridge makes mixing up any thick parts super easy before you serve.