Description
A creamy, vegan-friendly chocolate peanut butter chia pudding that’s quick to prepare and packed with wholesome ingredients. This nutritious pudding blends non-dairy milk, cocoa, peanut butter, and natural sweeteners with chia seeds for a perfect make-ahead breakfast or snack that is both satisfying and delicious.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup non-dairy milk of choice
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
- 1 ripe banana (optional)
- 2 pitted Medjool dates or 2 tablespoons sweetener of choice
Thickening Agent
- ¼ cup chia seeds
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add the non-dairy milk, cocoa powder, creamy peanut butter, ripe banana (if using), and pitted Medjool dates or sweetener of choice to a blender.
- Blend Smooth: Blend all ingredients until smooth and fully combined, ensuring the dates are well incorporated.
- Taste and Adjust Sweetness: Taste the mixture, and if it’s not sweet enough, add an additional date or more sweetener and blend again until satisfied with the flavor.
- Add Chia Seeds: Pour the blended mixture into one or two jars or containers, then add the chia seeds and stir or shake well to combine thoroughly.
- Refrigerate: Cover and refrigerate the pudding for at least 1 to 2 hours, or longer for best results. You can also refrigerate overnight to allow the chia seeds to fully gel and create a creamy texture.
- Serve: If prepared in one container, divide the pudding into servings before serving. Top with your favorite additions such as fresh fruit, vegan yogurt, granola, chocolate chips, vegan chocolate sauce, or a drizzle of peanut butter.
Notes
- This recipe yields two servings and can be easily doubled or halved depending on your needs.
- You can substitute the cocoa powder with other flavorings such as carob powder or omit for a plain peanut butter chia pudding.
- Use Medjool dates for natural sweetness, but any preferred sweetener such as maple syrup or agave can be used.
- Chia pudding can be stored in the refrigerator for 5-6 days, making it an excellent make-ahead option.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Vegan