Ingredients
Chocolate Chia Pudding
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 3 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 cup milk of choice
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla bean paste
Peanut Butter Chia Pudding
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 2 tbsp natural peanut butter
- 1 cup milk of choice
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla bean paste
- Pinch of salt (optional)
Toppings
- Dark chocolate
- Cacao nibs
- Chopped peanuts
Instructions
- Prepare Chocolate Chia Pudding: In a bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup chia seeds, 3 tablespoons cocoa powder, 1 cup milk of your choice, 2 tablespoons maple syrup, and 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste until fully combined. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes, then stir again thoroughly to prevent the chia seeds from clumping.
- Prepare Peanut Butter Chia Pudding: In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup chia seeds, 2 tablespoons natural peanut butter, 1 cup milk of your choice, 1 tablespoon maple syrup, 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste, and a pinch of salt if using. Let it rest for 5 minutes before whisking again to ensure smooth consistency and avoid clumps.
- Refrigerate to Set: Cover both bowls and place them in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or ideally overnight, allowing the chia seeds to absorb the liquid and create a pudding-like texture.
- Assemble and Serve: Once set, layer the chocolate and peanut butter chia puddings into a bowl, cup, or jar in alternating layers. Finish by sprinkling your favourite toppings such as grated dark chocolate, cacao nibs, and chopped peanuts for added texture and flavor. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Notes
- You can use any milk variety such as almond, oat, cow’s, or soy milk depending on dietary preference.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less maple syrup based on your taste.
- For a creamier texture, consider blending the pudding briefly before refrigerating.
- This pudding can be made up to 3 days ahead and stored covered in the fridge.
- Try swapping peanut butter with almond or cashew butter for a different nutty flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian