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This peanut butter chocolate chia pudding combines two of the best ever flavors for a healthy dessert that needs only 6 ingredients and takes only 5 minutes to prepare. The perfect pairing of chocolate and peanut butter is just delicious with superfood chia seeds, and this quick and easy dessert recipe is naturally vegan and paleo.
I don’t know about you, but busy mornings can often mean that you can skip breakfast or run out the door with not the healthiest option! This pudding is a great option that you can grab from the fridge and get something healthy to start the day!
Why is this recipe so good?
- It tastes just like a peanut butter cup!
- It only takes 5 minutes to make.
- Make a large batch and enjoy a healthy breakfast throughout the week.
- It’s vegan, paleo, dairy free, and can easily be made low carb and keto.
How to make it
This delicious chocolate chia pudding couldn’t be any easier to make!
Stir all the ingredients together until totally smooth.
Chill at least 4 hours or overnight.
Serve with chopped peanuts and shaved chocolate
What does this dish taste like?
Chia seeds themselves do not have any flavor to them, rather they soak up the flavors of the milk and whatever you include in the pudding. This chia pudding tastes exactly like a chocolate peanut butter cup – what a great way to start the day!
Is it good for you?
Chia seeds are a great food to incorporate into your diet. They are high in fiber and healthy fats. They contribute to gut health and fight inflammation. The peanut butter in these puddings add protein and unprocessed cocoa powder can lower blood pressure and is high in antioxidants.
How long does it last in the fridge?
Once you have mixes all of the ingredients together, you need to leave it in the fridge for at least four hours. It will then be good to keep covered for four or five days. I love making a batch at the start of the week for easy to grab breakfast every morning.
Dietary variations for this recipe
- You can replace the peanut butter with almond butter
- Use any kind of diary-free milk you have in this chocolate chia pudding. Coconut, almond and soy all work really well.
- Try subbing the maple syrup with a keto sweetener like Lakanto Monkfruit Maple Syrup for a keto and low carb version.
Chef’s Tips
- Ensure that all of the ingredients are well mixed before putting in the fridge.
- Let the pudding sit for at least 4 hours to allow it to set.
- Use an unsweetened and unprocessed cocoa powder.
- Use an organic peanut butter with no added salt or sugar.
Be sure to check out these other healthy chia seed recipes!
Peanut Butter Chocolate Chia Pudding
Ingredients
- ¼ cup chia seeds
- 1 cup non dairy milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 3 tablespoons peanut butter
- 1 ½ tablespoon cocoa powder
Instructions
- Stir all together until totally smooth. Chill at least 4 hours or overnight. Serve with chopped peanuts and shaved chocolate
Approximate Information for One Serving
Nutrition Disclaimers
Number of total servings shown is approximate. Actual number of servings will depend on your preferred portion sizes.
Nutritional values shown are general guidelines and reflect information for 1 serving using the ingredients listed, not including any optional ingredients. Actual macros may vary slightly depending on specific brands and types of ingredients used.
To determine the weight of one serving, prepare the recipe as instructed. Weigh the finished recipe, then divide the weight of the finished recipe (not including the weight of the container the food is in) by the desired number of servings. Result will be the weight of one serving.
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I’ve also made this several times but I substitute PB2 for peanut butter. Delicious!
So glad you love it, Mary! Thanks for sharing the tip as well! 😊
I made this several times and I love it. I usually double the recipe though.
So glad you love it, Sandra! 😊
Is the cocoa powder unsweetened?
It is!
Hello. This recipe sounds yummy. Can I use regular dairy milk?
Sure, dairy milk will work fine – the recipe just won’t be paleo and/or vegan at that point!
I generally find it difficult to enjoy healthy desserts, but I am so glad I ran into this recipe because it is ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS. I’ve made it several times now, and it’s my go-to breakfast especially because most days I don’t have time to prepare breakfast. My only issue at first was the chia seeds because I am not a fan of its texture, but it kinda grew on me over time :’)
I’m so glad this one works so well for your needs, Zee! I totally agree with you – chia seeds definitely take a little getting used to, haha. Thank you so much for sharing your review!
OK I am currently waiting for this recipe to set, but of course I tasted the mixing spatula, and it tastes like a candy bar, I am so excited!
Haha, this is a hard one to resist tasting along the way! Let us know how you like it after it sets up, too!
Can I use half the ingredients to make 1 seving?
Absolutely! It will also keep in the fridge, so you could make two servings and save the other for later, if desired.
I’ve made this loads of times and I love it! Plus, it’s so simple to make and so quick! Thanks for the recipe 😊
Thank YOU for this sweet comment and for making this recipe! Glad you enjoy it!
Thank you so much for this recipe! I started a diet but my major downfall is my sweet tooth! I have tried chia seed pudding before but didn’t find anything I really liked. I had all the stuff for this recipe with a few substitutions (dark chocolate almond milk and honey instead of syrup). I LOVE IT!!! It is super delicious and I don’t feel guilty eating it! Thank you again!
I would love to make this recipe. What can I sub maple syrup for? I’m on the Ketogenic diet. Thank you!
Hi! Monk fruit sweetener will work. 🙂