Cocoa Almond Butter Chia Pudding (Printable Version)

Creamy chocolate chia pudding with nutty almond butter, perfect for breakfast or dessert.

# Ingredient List:

→ Pudding Base

01 - 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
02 - 1/3 cup chia seeds
03 - 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
04 - 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
05 - 3 tablespoons almond butter
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - Pinch of sea salt

→ Toppings

08 - 2 tablespoons sliced almonds
09 - 1/4 cup fresh berries
10 - 1 tablespoon dark chocolate shavings

# How to Make It:

01 - Whisk together almond milk, cocoa powder, maple syrup, almond butter, vanilla extract, and sea salt in a medium bowl until completely smooth and well combined.
02 - Stir in the chia seeds, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the liquid mixture.
03 - Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, until the mixture thickens to a pudding-like consistency.
04 - Stir the pudding thoroughly before portioning into 4 serving glasses or bowls.
05 - Garnish with sliced almonds, fresh berries, and dark chocolate shavings if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It tastes like dessert but happens to be packed with omega-3s and protein
  • The texture transforms overnight into something impossibly creamy
  • You can make four days worth of breakfasts in ten minutes
02 -
  • Chia seeds need time to fully hydrate or the texture will be gritty instead of creamy
  • Blending the mixture after chilling creates an incredibly smooth, mousse-like texture
03 -
  • Let the pudding sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving for the best texture
  • Use a mason jar to prepare and store individual portions for easy grab-and-go breakfasts

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