
Looking for a healthy dessert or an easy grab-and-go breakfast? This Overnight Chocolate Chia Seed Pudding is your answer! With just chia seeds, cocoa powder, milk of your choice, and a touch of sweetener, you can create a creamy, chocolatey delight that’s packed with fiber, protein, and omega‑3s.
Simply mix the ingredients, let it sit in the fridge overnight, and wake up to a ready-to-eat, indulgent pudding. Top with fresh berries, banana slices, or a sprinkle of nuts for extra flavor and texture.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup cacao powder or unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3-5 Tbsp maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1 pinch sea salt
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups milk of choice
- 1/2 cup chia seeds
Instructions
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To a small mixing bowl add cacao powder (sift first to reduce clumps), maple syrup, ground cinnamon, salt, and vanilla and whisk to combine. Then add a little dairy-free milk at a time and whisk until a paste forms. Then add remaining dairy-free milk and whisk until smooth.
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Add chia seeds and whisk once more to combine. Then cover and refrigerate overnight, or at least 3-5 hours (until it’s achieved a pudding-like consistency). It may also be helpful to give the mixture an extra whisk/stir once it has been in the refrigerator for 30-45 minutes.
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Leftovers keep covered in the fridge for 4-5 days, though best when fresh. Serve chilled with desired toppings, such as fruit, granola
Original recipe https://minimalistbaker.com/overnight-chocolate-chia-seed-pudding/
