This chia pudding chocolate recipe is a creamy, healthy, and satisfying treat you can enjoy for breakfast, a snack, or dessert. Made with simple ingredients like chia seeds, cocoa powder, and milk, it’s a make-ahead recipe packed with nutrients and rich chocolate flavor.
3–4 tablespoons maple syrup or honeyadjust to taste
1teaspoonvanilla extract
Optional toppings: banana slicesfresh raspberries, dark chocolate chunks, extra chia seeds
Instructions
n a bowl or jar, combine chia seeds, cocoa powder, milk, sweetener, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
Let sit for 10 minutes, then stir again to prevent clumps.
Cover and refrigerate for 2–4 hours, or overnight, until pudding thickens.
Stir before serving, then add your favorite toppings.
Notes
For extra creaminess, swap half the milk with coconut milk.Blend mixture before chilling for a smoother, mousse-like texture.Adjust sweetness to taste by adding more maple syrup or honey.