Chef John's Chia Chocolate Pudding

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If you're looking for a rich and decadent chocolate pudding then keep moving. As nutritious as this 'superfood' is supposed to be, you can't expect the same results substituting birdseed for eggs, butter, and cream. That said, if you're craving something sweet, relatively chocolaty, and comparatively healthful, then chia seeds may be a good option.

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Prep Time:
15 mins
Additional Time:
8 hrs 15 mins
Total Time:
8 hrs 30 mins
Servings:
2
Yield:
2 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 cup milk

  • ¼ cup chia seeds

  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder

  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar

  • 1 tablespoon white sugar

  • ½ teaspoon instant coffee granules

  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1 tiny pinch salt

  • 1 tablespoon chocolate covered hemp seeds, or to taste

Directions

  1. Whisk milk, chia seeds, cocoa powder, brown sugar, white sugar, coffee granules, vanilla extract, and salt together in a bowl until pudding is smooth. Let sit for 5 minutes; stir. Repeat sitting and stirring process at least 2 times.

  2. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate, 8 hours to overnight. Spoon into bowls and top with chocolate hemp seeds.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

239 Calories
10g Fat
33g Carbs
8g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 2
Calories 239
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10g 13%
Saturated Fat 3g 17%
Cholesterol 10mg 3%
Sodium 153mg 7%
Total Carbohydrate 33g 12%
Dietary Fiber 8g 29%
Total Sugars 19g
Protein 8g 16%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 250mg 19%
Iron 2mg 13%
Potassium 360mg 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.