Chocolate Chia Pudding (2 servings)
Ingredients:
• Chia seeds
• Milk (dairy or plant-based)
• Unsweetened cocoa powder
• Sweetener (optional)
• Vanilla (optional)
• Pinch of salt (optional)
Optional toppings:
• Fresh fruit (banana, berries, etc.)
• Yogurt
• Nuts or granola
Weights and quantities:
For the pudding (2 servings):
• Chia seeds: 60 g (about 6 tbsp)
• Milk: 400 ml
• Unsweetened cocoa powder: 15–20 g (about 2 tbsp)
• Sweetener (optional): 20–40 g (about 1–2 tbsp, to taste)
• Vanilla (optional): 2.5 ml (about 1/2 tsp)
• Salt (optional): 1 pinch (about 0.5 g)
Optional toppings (per serving, typical amounts):
• Fresh fruit: 80–120 g
• Yogurt: 50–100 g
• Nuts or granola: 10–20 g
Estimated time:
• Mixing: 10 minutes
• Rest + re-stir: 5–10 minutes
• Chilling: minimum 2 hours (best 6–8 hours)
• Total: 2 hours 15 minutes to 8 hours 20 minutes
Servings:
• 2 servings
Estimated macronutrients per serving (approx., without toppings; using 400 ml semi-skim milk
and 1 tbsp honey total):
• Calories: 260 kcal
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbohydrates: 26 g
• Fat: 14 g
Step-by-step instructions
Step 1. Mix the milk and cocoa until smooth
Pour 400 ml milk into a large bowl or jar. Add 2 tablespoons cocoa powder and whisk thoroughly
with a whisk or fork until fully dissolved and lump-free.
If using sweetener, add it now and mix again. Add vanilla and a pinch of salt if desired—salt helps
the chocolate flavor taste deeper.
Step 2. Add chia seeds and stir well
Add 6 tablespoons (about 60 g) chia seeds. Stir continuously for 30–40 seconds, making sure the
seeds are evenly distributed through the cocoa mixture.
Step 3. Rest, then stir again (the key to avoiding clumps)
Let the mixture sit for 5–10 minutes. Then stir again really well, scraping the bottom and sides of
the jar. You’ll notice it starting to thicken—this second mix prevents the chia seeds from clumping
together.
Step 4. Chill until set
Cover the bowl or jar and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. For the best texture, chill overnight (6–8
hours). The pudding should become thick and spoonable.
Step 5. Adjust texture if needed
• If it’s too thick, stir in a small splash of milk until it loosens slightly.
• If it’s too runny, add 1 extra tablespoon of chia, mix well, and let it rest for another
20–30 minutes.
Step 6. Serve
Divide into two bowls or glasses. Top with fruit, yogurt, nuts, or granola, and enjoy.
