Description

This rich and creamy Chocolate Chia Pudding is a nutritious and delicious plant-based dessert or snack that combines the benefits of chia seeds with the decadent flavor of cacao. Perfectly sweetened with pure maple syrup and enhanced with Greek yogurt for added creaminess and protein, this pudding is served chilled and topped with fresh strawberries, crunchy cacao nibs, and creamy peanut butter for an indulgent yet healthy treat.

Ingredients

Scale

Base Ingredients

1 ½ cups unsweetened soy milk (or higher protein milk of choice, such as dairy milk)
½ cup plain Greek yogurt (2% preferred)
2 tablespoons pure maple syrup, more to taste
1 ½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract
⅛ teaspoon fine sea salt

Thickening and Flavor

⅓ cup chia seeds
3 tablespoons cacao powder

Toppings

Chopped strawberries
Cacao nibs
Peanut butter

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Instructions

Mix Wet Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together soy milk, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and sea salt until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Add Dry Ingredients: Incorporate the chia seeds and cacao powder into the wet mixture. Whisk thoroughly to distribute the cacao evenly and prevent any clumps from forming.
Refrigerate to Set: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. Stir the mixture once or twice during the first hour to avoid clumping and ensure an even pudding consistency.
Stir Before Serving: Before serving, give the pudding a good stir to make it creamy and smooth again after chilling.
Serve with Toppings: Spoon the pudding into serving bowls and top with chopped strawberries, cacao nibs, and a drizzle or dollop of peanut butter for added texture and flavor.

Notes

For a vegan option, substitute Greek yogurt with a plant-based yogurt alternative.
The pudding thickens over time; adjust the amount of milk to reach your preferred consistency.
Sweeten to taste by adding more maple syrup if desired.
Chia pudding can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
For extra texture, toast the chia seeds lightly before mixing.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American