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Blended Chocolate Chia Pudding Recipe

4.7 from 147 reviews

This Blended Chocolate Chia Pudding is a creamy, rich, and nutritious breakfast or snack option that combines the powerful nutrition of chia seeds with the indulgent taste of cocoa. Made with simple, plant-based ingredients like almond butter, maple syrup, and non-dairy milk, this pudding is naturally gluten-free, vegan, and refined sugar-free. It requires no cooking, just a quick blend and refrigeration to achieve a thick, satisfying texture perfect for topping with fruits or granola.

Ingredients

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Chia Pudding Base

  • 6 tablespoons chia seeds
  • 6 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1.5 cups non-dairy milk (such as almond, oat, or coconut milk)
  • ¼ cup unsalted raw almond butter (or any nut or seed butter)
  • 6 tablespoons pure maple syrup

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: Add the chia seeds, unsweetened cocoa powder, salt, vanilla extract, non-dairy milk, almond butter, and pure maple syrup into a high-speed blender.
  2. Blend: Blend all the ingredients on high speed until the mixture is creamy and smooth, ensuring the chia seeds are fully incorporated.
  3. Refrigerate: Pour the blended pudding evenly into three small lidded glasses or containers. Refrigerate for at least 1 to 2 hours to allow the pudding to cool and thicken. For best results, chill overnight.
  4. Serve: Enjoy the pudding plain or add toppings such as coconut whipped cream, fresh raspberries, or homemade granola for added texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Use a high-speed blender to ensure the chia seeds blend smoothly for a creamy texture.
  • Allowing the pudding to chill overnight leads to a thicker and more developed flavor.
  • You can substitute any nut or seed butter for almond butter, such as cashew or sunflower seed butter.
  • For a sweeter or less sweet pudding, adjust the amount of maple syrup to taste.
  • Add toppings like fresh berries, nuts, or granola for additional nutrients and crunch.
  • This pudding can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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