Description
This Chocolate Orange Chia Pudding is a creamy, indulgent treat that combines the rich flavors of chocolate and citrus for a perfect balance of sweetness and zest. Packed with chia seeds for fiber and omega-3s, this dessert is both nutritious and delicious. Whether you’re enjoying it for breakfast or as a snack, it’s a guilt-free indulgence that will satisfy your chocolate cravings and give you a boost of energy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1 cup almond milk (or any plant-based milk of choice)
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup (or honey, or sweetener of choice)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon orange zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
- Pinch of salt
- Dark chocolate shavings or chips (for topping, optional)
- Orange slices (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pudding Base:
- In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the almond milk, cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, orange zest, orange juice, and a pinch of salt until smooth and well combined.
- Add Chia Seeds:
- Stir in the chia seeds, making sure they are evenly distributed throughout the liquid. Allow the mixture to sit for about 5 minutes, then stir again to prevent the seeds from clumping together.
- Chill and Set:
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. The chia seeds will absorb the liquid and expand, creating a thick, pudding-like texture.
- Serve:
- Once the pudding has set, give it a good stir. Spoon the pudding into serving dishes or jars.
- Top with dark chocolate shavings or chips and garnish with fresh orange slices for an extra burst of citrus flavor.
- Enjoy:
- Serve chilled as a dessert, breakfast, or snack.
Notes
- For a more intense chocolate flavor, you can use raw cacao powder or a higher percentage of dark cocoa powder.
- The pudding can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- You can adjust the sweetness by adding more or less maple syrup, depending on your preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours or overnight
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Vegan, Dairy-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 of recipe (based on 2 servings)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0g