OVERNIGHT CHOCOLATE CHIA SEED PUDDING

OVERNIGHT CHOCOLATE CHIA SEED PUDDING

EASY 6 ingredient Chia Seed Pudding that's creamy, rich and naturally sweetened! 
I’m a little late to the chia seed pudding bandwagon, I know. But that doesn’t mean I can’t be an enthusiast.

The chia seed has been having a moment for what seems like the past five years. That’s probably because its uses are limitless.

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My favorite everyday way to use chia seeds is in place of flax seeds in a Flax Egg, Simple Fruit Compote and Grain Free Granola.

But upon discovering you could also use them to make creamy, dreamy pudding, I had to give it a go. Consider this recipe my whittled down, super simple version that’s naturally sweetened, vegan and gluten free. Anyone can make it! Plus, it’s so healthy it’s actually suitable for breakfast. If that doesn’t sell you, I don’t know what will (Rhonda).

Let’s get our pudding on, shall we?

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This recipe is simple, requiring just 6 basic ingredients that are totally versatile.

If you don’t have cocoa or cacao powder, leave it out and add vanilla.
If you don’t have a blender, leave it unblended.
No dates? Go for maple syrup or agave (or honey if not vegan).

This is the beauty of chia pudding. Once you have the chia seed-to-liquid ratio right, the flavor possibilities are endless.

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I tried it two ways and must say I’m surprised that I actually preferred the unblended, which is easier, faster and seemed to require less sweetener.

But if you’re into pudding of the creamy, dreamy varieties, blended is for you.

EASY 6 ingredient Chia Seed Pudding that's creamy, rich and naturally sweetened! #vegan #glutenfree

But for those of you who prefer a little texture, leave it unblended!

Either way you go, I think you will love this pudding. It’s:

Creamy
Seriously pudding-like
Naturally sweetened
Chocolatey
Loaded with nutrients
And easy

Make this the night before for a decadent breakfast or mid-day snack. Or, prep it in the morning for a hands-off, simple dessert to unwind from the day.

You can’t go wrong either way! And, it lasts for a couple days in the fridge, if you can resist sneaking spoonfuls that long.

SIMPLE 6 ingredient Chocolate Chia Seed Pudding! Creamy, rich and naturally sweetened! #vegan #glutenfree

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Vegan Chocolate Chia Seed Pudding! 6 ingredients, naturally sweetened and #vegan #glutenfree

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OVERNIGHT CHOCOLATE CHIA SEED PUDDING
 

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Prep time
15 mins
Total time
15 mins
 
Simple, 6 ingredient chocolate chia seed pudding that's naturally sweetened and so thick and creamy. Simple, loaded with nutrients and perfect for breakfast, a snack or dessert!
Author: Minimalist Baker
Recipe type: Dessert, Breakfast
Cuisine: Vegan, Gluten Free
Serves: 4
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups (360 ml) Almond Breeze Almondmilk Original Unsweetened
1/3 cup (63 g) chia seeds
1/4 cup (24 g) cacao or unsweetened cocoa powder
2-5 Tbsp (30-75 ml) maple syrup if not blending (can sub 5-9 dates, pitted if blending)
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
1/4 tsp sea salt
optional: 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
Add all ingredients except sweetener to a mixing bowl and whisk vigorously to combine. If not blending (which I preferred!), sweeten to taste with maple syrup at this time. If blending, you can sweeten later with maple syrup or dates.
Let rest covered in the fridge overnight or at least 3-5 hours (or until it's achieved a pudding-like consistency).
If blending, add to a blender and blend until completely smooth and creamy, scraping down sides as needed. Sweeten to taste.
Leftovers keep covered in the fridge for 2-3 days, though best when fresh.
Serve chilled with desired toppings, such as fruit, granola or coconut whipped cream.
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