Description
This Chocolate Chia Pudding Mousse is a dream come true for chocolate lovers! It’s rich, creamy, and naturally sweetened, making it a guilt-free dessert or snack. With just a handful of wholesome ingredients like chia seeds, cocoa powder, and almond milk, this mousse is packed with fiber, protein, and healthy fats. Plus, blending the pudding gives it a silky, mousse-like texture that’s absolutely irresistible. A must-try for anyone craving a healthy chocolate treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- ¼ cup chia seeds
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp maple syrup (or honey)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp cinnamon (optional)
- Pinch of salt
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt (optional, for extra creaminess)
- Dark chocolate shavings or cocoa nibs (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together almond milk, cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon (if using), and salt until fully combined.
- Stir in the chia seeds, making sure they are evenly distributed. Let sit for 5 minutes, then stir again to prevent clumping.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight, stirring once after 30 minutes to ensure even thickening.
- Once set, blend the pudding in a high-speed blender or food processor until smooth and mousse-like. For an ultra-creamy texture, fold in Greek yogurt before blending.
- Spoon into serving glasses, top with dark chocolate shavings or cocoa nibs, and enjoy chilled!
Notes
- No Blender? No Problem! If you don’t blend it, you’ll still have a deliciously thick chia pudding—just not as smooth.
- Make It Dairy-Free – Skip the Greek yogurt or swap it with coconut yogurt for a plant-based version.
- Sweeter Option – If you prefer a sweeter dessert, add an extra drizzle of maple syrup before blending.
- Boost the Flavor – A pinch of espresso powder enhances the chocolate depth beautifully!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Healthy, Vegan (if using dairy-free yogurt)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg