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Mocha Chia Pudding is worth getting out of bed for! Packed with chocolate, coffee, protein and fiber, this healthy breakfast treat is sure to start your day off right.
Mornings are busy but there are two things I do not forget to do: make coffee and eat breakfast. Today’s Mocha Chia Pudding combines both of those things into one easy meal prep breakfast!
The beauty of this delicious recipe is how versatile it is. You can enjoy morning, noon, or night–It’ll satisfy a sweet tooth and acts as great post-workout fuel! You can make it low-carb or high-protein, perfect for meeting your nutrition goals. It is gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, egg-free, vegan, AND requires no cooking at all! As long as you are careful with your ingredients, it can be paleo, too!
Want more? Try our Peanut Butter Cup Chia Pudding when feeling indulgent, Keto Lemon Chia Pudding for a refreshing boost, or Pumpkin Chia Pudding for a cozy, fall vibe!
Ingredients
Here’s a quick overview of what you need for this allergy-friendly recipe. Scroll to the printable recipe card for exact measurements.
- Instant Coffee & Hot Water – This is a quick and easy way to have strong coffee flavor! Feel free to use your favorite flavored coffee packets if you want to get fancy and add some variety.
- Almond Milk – Feel free to use dairy, soy, or coconut milk if you prefer.
- Chia Seeds – You can use black or white chia seeds, whichever is most convenient for you.
- Sweetener, Cocoa Powder, and Vanilla Extract – This adds great depth of flavor! You can use pure maple syrup or honey as the sweetener, or you can make this low-carb and keto friendly by using a sugar-free maple syrup. Liquid stevia or other sweeteners will likely work, but I haven’t personally tried them. You could replace the cocoa powder with cacao powder if you prefer to keep things less processed.
Optional additions: You could add in protein powder or collagen powder if you want! We like to add almond milk whipped cream on top to make it special, but it’s not a necessary addition. Chocolate shavings are a great garnish.
How to make chia pudding
This recipe is so simple, you don’t even have to cook to make it happen! Start by making your extra-strong coffee–Empty your packet of instant coffee into the hot water and stir until completely dissolved. If you are choosing to add a protein or collagen powder, go ahead and add it in during this step.
Stir in your milk, then add in the chia seeds, maple syrup, cocoa powder, and extract. Mix until well combined, then place a lid on the pudding mixture and chill in the fridge.
I prefer to let mine chill overnight so it’s nice and thick, but it can usually set within 2-4 hours. When I’m ready to eat, I give it a good stir and top it with a bit of whipped cream and chocolate chips to treat myself!
How do you store Chia Pudding?
To store this pudding, place into a glass or plastic container with an airtight lid. Place into the refrigerator for up to five days. If you feel like doing some big batch meal prepping, you can also freeze these up to 3-4 weeks, then allow to thaw overnight in the fridge. It’s so simple, it makes a fantastic meal prep recipe!
Chia Pudding FAQ’s
Yes, chia seeds are an excellent source of fiber, protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and other nutrients. They are rich in antioxidants, iron, and calcium, so many people struggling with gut health, bowel issues, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, heart disease, diabetes, or obesity can get tons of health benefits from this super food.
Yes, if you don’t love the texture of chia pudding but still want all the great benefits and flavor, you can whip this together in the blender! You can blend before or after it sets, but I think it’s a bit creamier if you blend it after.
As the chia seeds soak up the liquid, you might find that your chia pudding has a thicker texture than you like. If so, simply add additional liquid (coffee, milk, whatever you prefer) 1-2 teaspoons at a time and stir. Continue until your pudding is perfect for you!
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Mocha Chia Pudding
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup almond milk
- 1/4 cup hot water
- 1 packet instant coffee, .09 oz
- 3 tbsp chia seeds
- 1.5 tbsp cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp maple syrup, (if keto, use sugar-free maple syrup)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Dissolve the instant coffee in 1/4 cup of hot water. Stir well
- Add almond milk to the coffee mixture
- Stir in chia seeds, cocoa powder, maple syrup, and vanilla extract
- Once well combined, cover the mixture and set in the fridge overnight
- When ready to eat, stir again, top with almond milk whipped cream and enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Wow, you packed everything I need to start my day in one little bowl. What a great way to start the day!
This is such a neat little treat. So pretty, so easy, and definitely healthy for you. This is a great way to start a day. ?
Mochia Chia pudding… I LOVE that you combine my favorite thing in the world with a yummy and healthy(!!!) dessert! I really love the sound of this and have to keep this in my arsenal of must make recipes! I have some chia seeds and I use almond milk religiously!
This is the perfect way to start your day. Coffee and nutrition combine to get a lot of bang for your buck.
This is the perfect healthy recipe for when you need a sweet treat!