Mint Chocolate Chia Pudding
This Mint Chocolate Chia Pudding is a creamy, chocolatey, and refreshing make-ahead breakfast or healthy dessert. Made with chia seeds, cocoa powder, almond milk, and a touch of peppermint, this gluten-free and dairy-free pudding tastes like mint chocolate chip ice cream in a nourishing form. Perfect for meal prep, this easy chia pudding recipe is rich, satisfying, and ready with just a few simple ingredients.
Ingredients
- Main Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 cup almond milk or coconut milk for extra creaminess
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 –2 tablespoons maple syrup adjust to taste
- ¼ teaspoon pure peppermint extract
- Flavor Enhancers
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional Add-Ins
- Mini chocolate chips
- Chocolate protein powder
- Greek yogurt layer
- Fresh mint leaves
- Cacao nibs
Instructions
- Mix the Base
- In a bowl or mason jar, whisk together almond milk, cocoa powder, maple syrup, peppermint extract, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Add Chia Seeds
- Stir in chia seeds and whisk thoroughly to distribute evenly.
- Let sit for 5 minutes, then stir again to prevent clumping.
- Chill
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 3–4 hours or overnight until thickened.
- Adjust Texture
- If too thick, stir in 1–2 tablespoons milk.
- If too thin, add 1 teaspoon chia seeds and chill 30 minutes longer.
- Serve
- Stir well before serving.
- Top with mini chocolate chips or fresh mint if desired.
Notes
- Do not skip the second stir — it prevents clumps.
- Use peppermint extract sparingly; it’s very strong.
- Store tightly sealed in the refrigerator up to 4 days.
- For extra protein, mix in protein powder or Greek yogurt.
- Best served chilled.