Description
This creamy and nutritious Chocolate Chia Pudding blends rich cacao with protein-packed Greek yogurt and chia seeds for a delicious, healthy treat. Naturally sweetened with pure maple syrup and topped with fresh strawberries, cacao nibs, and peanut butter, it’s perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Ingredients
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1 ½ cups unsweetened soy milk (or higher protein milk of choice, such as dairy milk)
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½ cup plain Greek yogurt (2% preferred)
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2 tablespoons pure maple syrup, more to taste
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1 ½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract
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⅛ teaspoon fine sea salt
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⅓ cup chia seeds
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3 tablespoons cacao powder
For Topping:
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Chopped strawberries
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Cacao nibs
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Peanut butter
Instructions
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In a medium bowl, whisk together soy milk, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and sea salt until smooth.
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Add chia seeds and cacao powder, whisk thoroughly to combine and prevent clumps.
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Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight, stirring once or twice during the first hour to avoid clumping.
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Before serving, give the pudding a good stir.
- Serve chilled, topped with chopped strawberries, cacao nibs, and a drizzle or dollop of peanut butter.
Notes
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Adjust sweetness by adding more maple syrup if desired.
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Can be made with any milk or yogurt variety to suit dietary needs.
- Great for meal prep; stores well covered in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American