Description
A creamy, nutrient-rich chia pudding blending chocolate, banana, and peanut butter flavors, perfect for a quick breakfast or a wholesome dessert that’s both vegan and gluten-free.
Ingredients
Base
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 tbsp peanut butter
Fruit and Sweetener
- 1 banana (mashed or sliced)
- 1–2 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
- Mix liquid ingredients: In a jar, thoroughly whisk together the milk, cocoa powder, and peanut butter until fully combined and no clumps remain.
- Add chia seeds and sweetener: Stir in the chia seeds and your choice of honey or maple syrup, mixing well to evenly distribute and avoid any chia clumps.
- Refrigerate: Cover the jar and place it in the refrigerator for at least 2 to 4 hours, preferably overnight, allowing the chia seeds to absorb the liquid and create a thick, pudding-like consistency.
- Stir after 10 minutes: For a smoother texture, remove the jar about 10 minutes after mixing and stir again before refrigeration.
- Serve: Before serving, top the pudding with mashed or sliced banana and optionally add granola for a crunchy texture.
Notes
- Stir again after 10 minutes to prevent clumping and ensure a smooth pudding texture.
- Add granola or nuts as a topping for added crunch and flavor.
- Use plant-based milk such as almond or oat milk to keep the pudding vegan.
- Adjust sweetness levels to taste by varying the honey or maple syrup amount or omitting it for a less sweet option.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast / Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Healthy
