Description
Indulge in a delightful treat with this Chocolate Orange Chia Pudding recipe. The combination of rich cocoa, bright citrus, and nutritious chia seeds creates a creamy and flavorful dessert or breakfast option.
Ingredients
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Chia Pudding:
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- zest of 1 orange
- 1/2 teaspoon orange extract (optional)
- pinch of salt
Topping:
- orange segments
- dark chocolate shavings
Instructions
- Prepare the Chia Pudding: In a medium bowl, whisk together almond milk, cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, orange zest, orange extract (if using), and salt until well combined. Stir in chia seeds.
- Chill the Pudding: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight, stirring once after the first 30 minutes to prevent clumping.
- Serve: Before serving, stir the pudding well. Divide into dishes and top with fresh orange segments and dark chocolate shavings.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, blend the pudding before chilling.
- You can use any plant-based or dairy milk as a substitute for almond milk.
- Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of maple syrup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
