Chocolate Chia Pudding

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Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Grain-Free, Keto, Low-Carb, Paleo, Sugar-Free, Vegan

Keyword: keto chocolate chia pudding

Prep Time: 10

Servings:

Calories: 348kcal

Author: Adrienne

This chocolate chia pudding is thick, creamy, and easy to make with simple ingredients. It’s naturally dairy-free and works for keto and low-carb diets. Includes an optional blended method for a smooth, mousse-like texture.

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Ingredients

1 cup chia seeds
4 cups coconut milk (or other dairy-free milk of choice)
4 teaspoons vanilla extract
2/3 cup cocoa powder
1/2 cup low carb sweetener (or other sweetener of choice: to taste)
cacao nibs, coconut shreds, whipped cream (optional toppings)
1/8 teaspoon salt (optional, but necessary in my opinion)

Instructions

Add all ingredients to a medium-sized bowl and stir well to combined.
Let sit for 5 minutes, then stir again to prevent clumping.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight, until thickened.
Stir once more before serving and add toppings if desired.

Optional: Smooth Chocolate Chia Pudding

Blend the mixture in a blender or food processor until creamy.
Add a splash more milk if needed to reach your desired consistency.
Serve with toppings, if desired.

Notes

Blended (Mousse) Option: For a smooth, dessert-like texture, blend the mixture until creamy for a chocolate chia mousse with no seed texture. Add a splash more milk if needed to help it blend smoothly.
Texture Tips: Chia pudding thickens as it sits. For thicker pudding, use slightly less liquid or chill longer. For a thinner consistency, stir in more milk after chilling until you reach your desired texture.
Prevent Clumping: Stir once after 5 minutes (as directed) to prevent chia seeds from settling and clumping together.
Sweetener Options: Different sweeteners vary in strength and flavor. Start with less, taste after mixing, and adjust as needed. For keto, use a low-carb sweetener like erythritol, allulose, or a blend.
Milk Choice: Full-fat coconut milk or cashew milk will give the richest, creamiest result. Lighter milks will produce a thinner pudding.
Cocoa Substitute: Carob powder works as a caffeine-free alternative but will slightly change the flavor and increase carbs.
Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Stir before serving if separation occurs.

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