Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons cacao powder
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup milk (dairy or dairy-free)
- ¼ cup chia seeds
Toppings
- Raspberries (or other fruit)
- Chocolate shavings
- Coconut whipped cream
- Nuts and seeds
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a medium-size bowl, combine the cacao powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, your choice of milk, and chia seeds. Whisk thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated and the mixture is smooth.
- Rest and Gel: Let the mixture sit undisturbed in the bowl for 15 minutes to allow the chia seeds to begin gelling. After this initial rest, whisk the pudding again to break up any clumps and ensure a uniform texture.
- Chill: Cover the bowl with a lid or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, so the chia seeds fully absorb the liquid and the pudding thickens to a creamy consistency.
- Serve: Once chilled, give the pudding a final stir and spoon it into small dessert glasses. Garnish with fresh raspberries, chocolate shavings, a dollop of coconut whipped cream, and a sprinkle of nuts and seeds for added crunch and flavor.
Notes
- Use dairy or any plant-based milk (almond, oat, coconut) depending on dietary preferences.
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of maple syrup.
- The pudding thickens further in the fridge, so it’s best served cold.
- Chia seeds can have a grainy texture; whisking before chilling helps with smoothness.
- Fruit toppings can be swapped according to season or preference.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
