Description
A rich and nutritious chia pudding combining chocolatey cocoa with bright orange flavors, perfect as a breakfast, snack, or dessert.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (240 ml) dairy-free milk (almond, soy, or lactose-free)
- 1/4 cup (40 g) chia seeds
- 3 tablespoons (21 g) cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1–2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey/agave, to taste
- Optional add-ins: orange slices, dark chocolate chips, toasted nuts, yogurt
Instructions
- Measure the milk into a medium bowl or jar.
- Add cocoa powder and whisk until smooth.
- Stir in vanilla, orange juice, and zest; sweeten to taste.
- Add chia seeds and whisk for 30 seconds.
- Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes and whisk again.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight.
- Before serving, stir and adjust thickness with milk as needed.
- Top with optional garnishes and serve.
Notes
Chilling for longer yields a creamier texture. Mix in plant-based protein powder for added protein.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American