Simple Chocolate Chia Pudding Vegan
Indulge in the velvety richness of this Simple Chocolate Chia Pudding—a vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free treat that's as nutritious as it is delicious. Made with just six wholesome ingredients like creamy almond milk, nutrient-packed chia seeds, and natural cocoa powder, this recipe is a breeze to prepare in just 5 minutes of hands-on time. Sweetened with maple syrup and infused with a hint of vanilla, this no-cook dessert thickens naturally in the fridge for a luscious, pudding-like texture. Perfect for a quick breakfast, snack, or guilt-free dessert, it’s customizable with your favorite toppings, such as fresh berries, crunchy nuts, or coconut flakes. Ready in just a few hours (or overnight), this plant-based pudding combines convenience, flavor, and nutrition in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Unsweetened almond milk (or any plant-based milk)
- 6 tablespoons Chia seeds
- 2 tablespoons Cocoa powder
- 3 tablespoons Maple syrup (or sweetener of choice)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 pinch Pinch of salt
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl or large jar, combine the unsweetened almond milk, chia seeds, cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
Whisk or stir thoroughly to make sure the cocoa powder is fully incorporated and no clumps remain.
Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes, then stir again to prevent the chia seeds from clumping together.
Cover the bowl or jar with a lid or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, until the pudding thickens to your desired consistency.
Before serving, give the pudding a final stir to ensure it's smooth and evenly mixed.
Divide the pudding into 4 serving bowls or jars. Top with your favorite toppings, such as fresh berries, coconut flakes, chopped nuts, or dairy-free chocolate chips, if desired.
Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
548 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.2 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.8 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 14.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 498 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 74.3 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.8 g | 96% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.0 g | ||
| Protein | 14.1 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.0 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 1360 mg | 105% | |
| Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 856 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
