Orange Chocolate Chia Pudding
Prep
15 mins
Cook
0 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This is one of my favorite quick breakfasts because it comes together in just 15 minutes with no cooking required. The combination of bright orange and rich chocolate is absolutely magical, and chia seeds are packed with omega 3 fatty acids that keep me feeling full and satisfied all morning long. It's simple enough for a weekday but fancy enough to impress guests, and honestly, the ingredients are affordable staples I usually have on hand. Whether you're looking for something nutritious or just craving that citrus chocolate magic, this pudding delivers every single time.
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Ingredients
- 60 gchia seeds
- 400 mldairy milk
- 150 gdark chocolate chips
- 100 ggranulated sugar
- 60 mlorange juice
- 20 gunsalted butter
- 1large egg
- 30 gorange zest
- 10 gsalt
- 10 mlorange extract
- 50 goat flour
- 10 gground cinnamon
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Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, mix together the milk, sugar, and salt. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
Tip: Use a low heat to prevent scalding.
- 2
In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, orange juice, and orange extract until well combined.
- 3
Melt the chocolate chips in a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval until smooth.
Tip: Be careful not to overheat the chocolate.
- 4
Add the melted chocolate to the egg mixture and whisk until well combined.
- 5
Add the oat flour and ground cinnamon to the egg mixture and whisk until a smooth batter forms.
Tip: Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl.
- 6
Add the melted chocolate mixture to the milk mixture and whisk until well combined.
Tip: Be patient and make sure there are no lumps.
- 7
Stir in the chia seeds and orange zest until they are evenly distributed.
Tip: Let the chia seeds absorb the liquid for about 10 minutes.
- 8
Pour the pudding into individual serving cups or a large serving dish.
- 9
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight until set.
Tip: You can garnish with additional orange zest or chocolate shavings.
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