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Chocolate Chia Pudding

A creamy and rich Chocolate Chia Pudding made with coconut milk and cacao, perfect for any occasion and health-conscious eaters.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Vegan
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the pudding mixture
  • 14 oz coconut milk (1 can) Full-fat coconut milk creates a rich texture.
  • 1/2 cup cashew milk (or other nut milk, or dairy milk) Adds creaminess; almond or oat milk also work.
  • 1/4 tsp salt Balances sweetness and enhances chocolate flavor.
  • 3 tsp maple syrup Natural sweetener that complements chocolate.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Enhances flavors.
  • 3 tbsp cacao powder (or cocoa powder) For rich chocolate essence.
  • 1/2 cup chia seeds The star ingredient!

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Combine coconut milk, cashew milk, salt, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and cacao powder into a blender. Blend until smooth and creamy for about 30-60 seconds.
  2. Add chia seeds and pulse briefly to mix them in without breaking down entirely.
  3. Pour the pudding mixture into six 4 oz jars. Let sit for 5 minutes, then give each jar a quick shake to break up clumps.
  4. Chill jars in the fridge for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
  5. Serve directly from the jar or plate it with toppings.

Notes

For an ultra-smooth pudding, blend chia seeds with liquids to tiny flecks. Store in fridge for up to 5 days. Experiment with flavors like peppermint or almond butter.