Chocolate Chia Pudding
Prep
20 mins
Cook
0 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
Let me share one of my favorite make ahead breakfasts with you. This chocolate chia pudding is ridiculously easy to throw together and requires zero cooking, which means you can have a delicious, satisfying breakfast ready to grab on busy mornings. Chia seeds are nutritional powerhouses packed with fiber and omega 3 fatty acids that keep you full and energized throughout the day. The best part? You just mix everything together the night before, let it chill while you sleep, and wake up to creamy chocolate perfection. It's the kind of simple, wholesome recipe that makes you feel like you're taking care of yourself without any fuss.
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Ingredients
- 100chia seeds
- 400 mlalmond milk
- 60 gcocoa powder
- 30 gmaple syrup
- 20 gcoconut oil
- 10 gsalt
- 1 teaspoonvanilla extract
- 100 gdark chocolate chips
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Instructions
- 1
In a medium saucepan, combine almond milk, cocoa powder, maple syrup, and salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is hot but not boiling.
Tip: Use a whisk or spatula to avoid lumps.
- 2
In a separate bowl, mix chia seeds with coconut oil and vanilla extract until well combined.
Tip: Let it sit for 5 minutes to allow the chia seeds to absorb the liquid.
- 3
Once the almond milk mixture is hot, remove from heat and stir in the chia seed mixture until well combined.
Tip: Make sure the chia seeds are fully incorporated.
- 4
Pour the mixture into individual serving cups or a large serving dish.
Tip: Cover with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- 5
Just before serving, melt the dark chocolate chips in a double boiler or in the microwave in 10-second increments, stirring between each interval until smooth.
Tip: Drizzle the melted chocolate over the chia pudding for a decorative touch.
- 6
Serve chilled and enjoy!
Tip: You can also top with fresh fruit or nuts for added texture and flavor.
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