Description
This creamy peanut butter cup chia pudding is a delicious and healthy vegan dessert or breakfast option. Combining the richness of peanut butter and cocoa with the nourishing benefits of chia seeds, it provides a satisfying and nutrient-packed treat that’s easy to prepare and perfect for any time of day.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- Pinch of salt
Toppings (Optional)
- 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips
- Additional peanut butter for drizzling
- Additional chocolate chips for sprinkling
Instructions
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the almond milk, creamy peanut butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cocoa powder, and a pinch of salt until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add Chia Seeds: Add the chia seeds to the wet mixture and stir thoroughly to ensure the seeds are evenly distributed throughout the liquid.
- Initial Setting: Let the mixture sit for about 10 minutes to allow the chia seeds to begin absorbing liquid, then stir once again to prevent clumping and ensure a uniform texture.
- Refrigerate: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the pudding for at least 4 hours or overnight, allowing it to thicken to a creamy pudding consistency.
- Serve: Before serving, stir the pudding once more to loosen it slightly. Divide into two servings and top each with a drizzle of additional peanut butter and a sprinkle of mini chocolate chips, if desired.
Notes
- You can substitute almond milk with any non-dairy milk like oat or soy milk according to your preference.
- Adjust the sweetness by increasing or decreasing the amount of maple syrup to suit your taste.
- For an extra smooth texture, blend the pudding thoroughly before refrigerating.
- This pudding keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Adding the chocolate chips is optional and adds a delightful crunch to the pudding.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
