Chia Pudding

4.4(43 reviews)

Chocolate chia pudding — overnight chia pudding with cocoa and banana. Healthy dessert that tastes like chocolate pudding.

Prep Time

14 min

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Cook Time

25 min

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Servings

6

Calories

311 cal

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Chia Pudding — homemade American healthy recipe with chia seeds, milk, honey, 6 servings, ready in 39 minutes
Healthy
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servings
  • Chia Seeds3 tbsp
  • Milk1 ½ cup
  • Honey3 tbsp
  • Sugar¾ cup
  • Eggs3
  • Vanilla Extract1 ½ tsp
  • Cornstarch1 ½

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Ingredients

Makes 6 servings · Use the Servings Scaler above to adjust

  • Chia Seeds3 tbsp
  • Milk1.5 cup
  • Honey3 tbsp
  • Sugar0.75 cup
  • Eggs3
  • Vanilla Extract1.5 tsp
  • Cornstarch1.5

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a jar, combine 3 tablespoons chia seeds + 1 cup milk + 2 tablespoons cocoa powder + 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup + ½ teaspoon vanilla + pinch of salt.

  2. 2

    Whisk vigorously for 30 sec until smooth.

  3. 3

    Refrigerate 10 min. Whisk again to prevent clumping.

  4. 4

    Refrigerate overnight (or at least 4 hours) until pudding texture forms.

  5. 5

    Stir before serving. If too thick, add splash of milk.

  6. 6

    Top with sliced banana, chopped dark chocolate, chocolate chips, whipped cream, or fresh berries. Drizzle with extra honey or nut butter. Eat with spoon.

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💡 Expert Tips

  • 1.Whisk twice to prevent clumps.
  • 2.Overnight sets properly.
  • 3.Cocoa powder, not chocolate syrup.
  • 4.Tops elevate.

🔬 Why It Works

Chocolate chia pudding succeeds because chia + cocoa creates chocolate pudding texture without cooking. Healthy (omega-3s, fiber) but dessert-like. The cocoa amplifies satisfaction.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why lumpy?
Didn't whisk vigorously at start or didn't re-whisk after 10 min.
Vegan?
Plant milk + maple syrup. Naturally vegan.
Variations?
Vanilla, peanut butter, matcha, mango. Many flavors.
Best for?
Breakfast, dessert, post-workout snack.

Nutrition Facts

Per serving (recipe makes 6 servings)

Calories311kcal
Protein10g
Carbohydrates34g
Fat7g
Fiber6g
Sugar3g

* Percent Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are estimates.

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