Healthy Chocolate Chia Pudding

A rich and creamy chocolate pudding made with nutritious chia seeds and almond milk, perfect for a healthy dessert or snack.

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Prep Time 10

Total Time 2 10

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American, Healthy

Calories: 150

Pudding Base

2 cups almond milk Use unsweetened almond milk or any milk of choice.
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder Opt for high-quality cocoa for the best flavor.
2-4 tablespoons maple syrup or honey Adjust sweetness to taste; local honey adds a nice twist.
1 teaspoon vanilla extract Pure vanilla provides depth; consider vanilla bean paste for more flavor.
1/4 cup chia seeds Look for organic chia seeds for best results.
Pinch salt Enhances sweetness and rounds out flavors.

Preparation

In a medium bowl, whisk together the almond milk, cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
Stir in the chia seeds until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
Allow the mixture to sit for about 5-10 minutes, then stir again to prevent clumping.
Cover the bowl with a lid and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight.
Serve chilled with toppings like fresh fruit, nuts, or coconut cream.

Store in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 5 days. This pudding also improves in flavor over time and can be easily customized.