Ingredients
🥜 Ingredients for Chocolate Peanut Butter Chia Pudding
Here’s what you’ll need, with substitutions for dietary needs:
| Ingredient | Quantity | Notes/Substitutions |
|---|---|---|
| Chia seeds | ¼ cup | Black or white; both work equally well. |
| Unsweetened cocoa powder | 2 tbsp | Use high-quality for rich flavor; cacao for raw option. |
| Natural peanut butter | 2 tbsp | Runny, no-added-sugar type; almond butter for variation. |
| Almond milk | 1 cup | Or oat, soy, or coconut milk; full-fat coconut for creaminess. |
| Maple syrup | 2 tbsp | Or honey, agave, or keto-friendly sweetener like monk fruit. |
| Vanilla extract | ½ tsp | Enhances flavor; optional. |
| Salt | Pinch | Balances sweetness. |
| Optional Toppings | Sliced banana, mini chocolate chips, chopped peanuts, Greek yogurt, or warmed peanut butter drizzle. |
Instructions
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
Follow these easy steps for a creamy, dreamy pudding:
Step 1: Combine Dry Ingredients
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- In a medium bowl or two 8-oz mason jars, mix ¼ cup chia seeds, 2 tbsp cocoa powder, and a pinch of salt.
Tip: Sift cocoa powder to avoid clumps.
- In a medium bowl or two 8-oz mason jars, mix ¼ cup chia seeds, 2 tbsp cocoa powder, and a pinch of salt.
Step 2: Add Wet Ingredients
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- Add 1 cup almond milk, 2 tbsp maple syrup, ½ tsp vanilla extract, and 2 tbsp peanut butter (warm slightly for easier mixing). Whisk vigorously for 1-2 minutes until smooth.
Pro Tip: Warm peanut butter for 10 seconds in the microwave to prevent lumps.
- Add 1 cup almond milk, 2 tbsp maple syrup, ½ tsp vanilla extract, and 2 tbsp peanut butter (warm slightly for easier mixing). Whisk vigorously for 1-2 minutes until smooth.
Step 3: Prevent Clumping
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- Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes, then whisk again to ensure even texture. This step is key to avoiding chia seed clumps!
Common Mistake: Skipping the second whisk can lead to uneven gel texture.
- Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes, then whisk again to ensure even texture. This step is key to avoiding chia seed clumps!
Step 4: Chill
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- Cover the bowl or jars and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to let chia seeds gel.
Tip: Shake jars gently after 30 minutes to redistribute seeds if layering.
- Cover the bowl or jars and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to let chia seeds gel.
Step 5: Serve & Top
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- Stir pudding before serving. If too thick, add a splash of milk. Divide into jars or bowls and add toppings like banana slices, chocolate chips, or a peanut butter drizzle.
Tip: Warm peanut butter drizzle makes it pourable and decadent.
- Stir pudding before serving. If too thick, add a splash of milk. Divide into jars or bowls and add toppings like banana slices, chocolate chips, or a peanut butter drizzle.