Description
This Overnight Chocolate Chia Seed Pudding is a creamy, rich, and healthy dessert or breakfast option made by soaking chia seeds in a chocolatey almond milk mixture overnight. Sweetened naturally with maple syrup and infused with vanilla and cinnamon, this easy no-cook recipe delivers a satisfying texture and indulgent cacao flavor while being vegan, gluten-free, and packed with fiber and protein.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1/4 cup cacao powder or unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1 pinch sea salt
Sweeteners and Flavorings
- 3–5 Tbsp maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Wet Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups Almond Breeze Almondmilk Original Unsweetened
Seeds
- 1/2 cup chia seeds
Instructions
- Mix dry ingredients and sweetener: In a small mixing bowl, sift the cacao powder to reduce clumps. Add the maple syrup, ground cinnamon, sea salt, and vanilla extract, then whisk together until well combined.
- Add almond milk gradually: Pour a small amount of almond milk into the bowl and whisk continuously to form a smooth paste, ensuring the cacao powder is fully incorporated without lumps. Then add the remaining almond milk and whisk until the mixture is smooth and evenly combined.
- Incorporate chia seeds: Add the chia seeds to the chocolate mixture and whisk thoroughly to distribute them evenly throughout the liquid.
- Refrigerate to set: Cover the bowl and refrigerate overnight or for at least 3-5 hours until the mixture thickens to a pudding-like consistency. For a smoother texture, stir or whisk the mixture once more after 30-45 minutes in the fridge.
- Serve and store: Serve the pudding chilled, optionally topped with fresh fruit, granola, or coconut whipped cream. Store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days, though it tastes best fresh.
Notes
- Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of maple syrup according to your preference.
- Using unsweetened almond milk keeps this recipe dairy-free and low calorie.
- Stirring the pudding once during refrigeration improves the texture by preventing clumps.
- This pudding can be enjoyed as a healthy breakfast, snack, or dessert.
- For additional protein, add a scoop of your favorite vegan protein powder when mixing the almond milk.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: chia pudding, chocolate chia pudding, overnight chia pudding, vegan dessert, healthy breakfast, no-cook pudding, dairy-free dessert, gluten-free pudding
