Smooth Chocolate Chia Pudding

Published: Jun 20, 2016 · Modified: Aug 20, 2019 by Emily Criswell · I may receive commissions from purchases made through links in this article · 58 Comments

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Smooth Chocolate Chia Pudding is so delicious and rich, super creamy, perfectly smooth without little seeds to bite and only takes minutes to make!

I love all things homemade pudding and in all variations.

Everything from chocolate pudding, vanilla pudding, lemon curd, lime curd, chocolate, vanilla or lemon custard, yep ... I love them all!

I do enjoy the constant stirring that goes along with making homemade pudding. I find that it's kind of soothing and therapeutic because it forces your to slow down and focus. But honestly, I don't always have that kind of time or the patience to throw some together.

With two hungry kids, work to do, household chores, never-ending laundry and dishes ... you get the picture ... 20 to 30 minutes of prep time and hours of chilling is just not practical.

Pudding that's ready in minutes!

Usually when I get a craving for pudding, I want the pudding right away. And I don't have lots of time to be hanging out in the kitchen.

And then there's the kids. How many times in a day do I hear them say, "I'm hungry" ... when I just fed them a full meal. Anyone else have growing, constantly hungry kids? I have a feeling I'm not the only one.

Well, during those times I'm always looking for quick, healthy snacks that are nutrient dense and will help curb hunger too. Mention the word special treat ... lots of mommy bonus points for me.

What my kids don't know is I'm really making some mommy fuel for me. I need to eat and be nourished too. I'm not always the best at remembering self care is important and taking care of me first is okay too. So, that just means mommy gets a big bowl of pudding and the kiddos get their little bowls ... and they're happy.

Back to the pudding ... when I'm pinched on time, making Smooth Chocolate Chia Pudding is always the answer!

Smooth chocolate chia pudding is so easy to make!

I have to be honest, the texture of regular chia pudding is not my favorite. My kiddos don't care for it either, especially my oldest. The answer to this problem is grinding up those little seeds in the blender!

Blending up the chia seed pudding makes a super smooth, creamy finish plus it's ready in no time!

Of course, if you prefer the pudding super cold, you're going to have to chill it first. But otherwise, go ahead and dig in right away because this pudding in done in minutes!

So get yourself some chia seeds and whip up some pudding. You'll have a nourishing pudding full of omega 3 fatty acids, protein, fiber and sweet, yummy goodness in no time.

Smooth Chocolate Chia Pudding

Yield: 4-6 servings

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes

Smooth Chocolate Chia Pudding is so delicious and rich, super creamy, perfectly smooth without little seeds to bite and only takes minutes to make!

Ingredients

1 cup chia seeds, preferably white chia seeds
2 ½ cups raw, organic, or grass-fed milk or full-fat coconut milk
⅓ cup organic cacao powder
½ cup raw light colored honey
1 teaspoon organic vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon mineral-rich salt (<-- this is my favorite sea salt)
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon - optional (<-- this is my favorite orangutan-safe sustainable cinnamon)

Instructions

Add all ingredients to a high-powered blender. Blend until very smooth, about 1-2 minutes, scraping down the sides as needed.
Pour pudding into small glass bowls and allow to chill in the refrigerator or enjoy immediately.
For an extra special treat, top pudding with fresh diced fruit like berries or bananas and homemade whipped cream.

Notes

YOU WILL NEED: Blender

Storage: Keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield: 6 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 460Total Fat: 20gSaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 3mgSodium: 122mgCarbohydrates: 68gFiber: 13gSugar: 46gProtein: 9g

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About Emily Criswell

Emily Criswell is a chocolate- and sweet treat-loving, holistic-minded, work-at-home, single mom of 4. She's a 4-time cookbook author - The Art of Great Cooking with Your Instant Pot (ranked as an Amazon top 10 new release in gluten free recipes), The Big Book of Instant Pot Recipes (which has sold over 23,900 copies so far), Amazing Mexican Favorites with Your Instant Pot (ranked as an Amazon #1 New Release Best Seller), Low-Carb Cooking with Your Instant Pot , food photographer, homeschooler and the founder of Recipes to Nourish, a gluten-free blog focusing on real food and natural living. She works to empower her readers by showing them that there is a healthier way to eat and live. Her passion is to make healthy, natural living as uncomplicated and enjoyable as possible. Find Emily’s latest recipes and natural living tips at Recipes to Nourish. Connect with her on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, X Twitter and YouTube plus grab her free eBook Holistic Tips to Keep Your Family Healthy. Read more >> About Emily.

Comments

Renee Kohley

June 20, 2016 at 3:44 am

What a fun treat!

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- Emily Sunwell-Vidaurri
  
  June 20, 2016 at 11:22 pm
  
  Thanks Renee!
  
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Bethany @ athletic avocado

June 20, 2016 at 4:29 am

I'm not a fan of the texture of chia pudding either, so I'm sure I would love this! Thanks for sharing such an awesome idea!

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- Emily Sunwell-Vidaurri
  
  June 20, 2016 at 11:22 pm
  
  Yep, me too Bethany, I really don't care for the texture of regular chia pudding.
  
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Megan Stevens

June 20, 2016 at 9:03 am

White chia seeds, fun! Yes, pudding in a hurry~ I love how chia seeds save the day. This is a lovely treat!

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- Emily Sunwell-Vidaurri
  
  June 20, 2016 at 11:22 pm
  
  They really are a quick, real "fast" food. 🙂
  
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Sarah

June 20, 2016 at 11:07 am

love chia seed pudding! this recipes looks divine 🙂

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- Emily Sunwell-Vidaurri
  
  June 20, 2016 at 11:23 pm
  
  Thanks Sarah! 🙂
  
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Michelle

June 20, 2016 at 11:52 am

My 3-yr old and I just tried this! We are new to your site and omgoodness!! This was SO tasty!!! We both gobbled down our fair share and have more in the fridge for later. We have way too many food allergies and intolerances in our household so quick, healthy snacks that are good for kids AND Mom are priceless finds! Thank you!!!

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- Emily Sunwell-Vidaurri
  
  June 20, 2016 at 11:21 pm
  
  Thank you so much for sharing that with me Michelle! That fills my heart with so much joy. I'm so happy you both enjoyed it. My 3 y.o. loves it too 🙂 It certainly can be challenging with lots of allergies and sensitivities. I'm glad this one fit the bill for quick and healthy.
  
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Chrystal @ Gluten-Free Palate

June 20, 2016 at 5:07 pm

We adore chia seed pudding at our house. I love that this has only six ingredients in it!

Chrystal

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- Emily Sunwell-Vidaurri
  
  June 20, 2016 at 11:23 pm
  
  It's such a fun + quick treat. 🙂
  
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linda

June 21, 2016 at 8:42 am

These are so pretty!

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- Emily Sunwell-Vidaurri
  
  June 25, 2016 at 12:57 pm
  
  Thank you Linda!
  
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Beth

June 21, 2016 at 8:52 am

I've never tried chia seeds, but this seems like a great way to start!

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- Emily Sunwell-Vidaurri
  
  June 25, 2016 at 12:56 pm
  
  This is my favorite way to use them because I'm not a fan of their texture when they are whole.
  
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Dawn G.

June 21, 2016 at 11:25 am

Wow this looks so delicious! A perfect healthy summer treat. Thanks!

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- Emily Sunwell-Vidaurri
  
  June 25, 2016 at 12:55 pm
  
  Thanks Dawn! 🙂
  
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Lauren

June 21, 2016 at 11:47 am

I haven't tried chia seeds yet, but I definitely think I'd enjoy them smooth...and in chocolate pudding!

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- Emily Sunwell-Vidaurri
  
  June 25, 2016 at 12:55 pm
  
  Yeah, some people love them as is, but not me 😉 I prefer them blended like this.
  
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Rebecca

June 21, 2016 at 12:01 pm

YUM! and pretty, this looks like a home run

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- Emily Sunwell-Vidaurri
  
  June 25, 2016 at 12:54 pm
  
  Thank you Rebecca! 🙂
  
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Sophia

June 21, 2016 at 12:23 pm

This is great that it has chia seeds in them. They are such a super food.

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- Emily Sunwell-Vidaurri
  
  June 25, 2016 at 12:54 pm
  
  It's a fun way to use them 🙂
  
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Maya | Wholesome Yum

June 21, 2016 at 3:55 pm

Yum! Chocolate anything sounds great to me. This sounds like the perfect summer treat.

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- Emily Sunwell-Vidaurri
  
  June 25, 2016 at 12:54 pm
  
  I'm all about all things chocolate too 🙂
  
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kali

June 21, 2016 at 4:10 pm

awesome healthy treat! i love chia!
Xx
Kali

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- Emily Sunwell-Vidaurri
  
  June 25, 2016 at 12:54 pm
  
  Thank you Kali!
  
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anna@greentalk

June 21, 2016 at 7:49 pm

This looks delicious. Pinning and sharing this recipe.

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- Emily Sunwell-Vidaurri
  
  June 25, 2016 at 12:53 pm
  
  Thank you so much for the share and pin Anna! 🙂
  
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Brianna

June 21, 2016 at 8:05 pm

I love that you found a way to may chia pudding creamy. I just got a high-powered blender, so I can't try this recipe.

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- Emily Sunwell-Vidaurri
  
  June 25, 2016 at 12:52 pm
  
  I hope you get to enjoy some Brianna 🙂 Enjoy the blender!
  
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Amanda

June 21, 2016 at 8:21 pm

This looks really good-- and it's healthy so extra points there! Thanks so much for sharing, I'm going to have to try this recipe 🙂

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- Emily Sunwell-Vidaurri
  
  June 25, 2016 at 12:52 pm
  
  Thanks Amanda! I hope you get to try it.
  
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ubahsuai rumah

June 21, 2016 at 10:24 pm

Its look sooo delicious. Perfect dish!
thanks for sharing recipes with us here.

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- Emily Sunwell-Vidaurri
  
  June 25, 2016 at 12:51 pm
  
  Thanks 🙂
  
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Aarika

June 22, 2016 at 12:38 pm

I love chia pudding, but I have never added raw cacao. What a great idea! I will make this recipe over the weekend. Yum!

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- Emily Sunwell-Vidaurri
  
  June 25, 2016 at 12:51 pm
  
  I hope you enjoy it Aarika!
  
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Adaleta

June 22, 2016 at 2:35 pm

I want this dessert RIGHT NOW! It looks so amazing, and I'm absolutely feeling like some pudding. Nommmm! xx

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- Emily Sunwell-Vidaurri
  
  June 25, 2016 at 12:51 pm
  
  I hope you get to make some Adaleta 🙂
  
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Amanda

June 22, 2016 at 8:48 pm

These look AMAZING!! Definitely going to try and make them. Thanks for the recipe!
Amanda - TheFashionToFollow.com

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- Emily Sunwell-Vidaurri
  
  June 25, 2016 at 12:50 pm
  
  Thanks Amanda! I hope you get to.
  
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Allison Jones

June 23, 2016 at 6:28 am

This sounds amazing. I've been craving all things chocolate lately! Totally need to try this recipe.

LiveLifeWell,
Allison

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- Emily Sunwell-Vidaurri
  
  June 25, 2016 at 12:50 pm
  
  I hope you get to try some. I love all things chocolate 🙂
  
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RaNesha

June 24, 2016 at 3:21 am

Made some for dessert this is amazing good.

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- Emily Sunwell-Vidaurri
  
  June 25, 2016 at 12:45 pm
  
  So happy to hear that! Thanks for sharing that with me RaNesha 🙂
  
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Raia

June 26, 2016 at 12:30 pm

Delicious, Emily! I can't wait to give it a try. 🙂 Thanks so much for sharing it with us at Allergy Free Thursdays!

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- Emily Sunwell-Vidaurri
  
  June 26, 2016 at 6:47 pm
  
  Thanks Raia! 🙂
  
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Charlene

October 25, 2016 at 10:26 am

Will this recipe work with nut milk instead of coconut milk?

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- Emily Sunwell-Vidaurri
  
  October 25, 2016 at 4:22 pm
  
  Hi Charlene, I haven't tried that before but I assume it would work. Hope you get to try some 🙂
  
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Jean

July 16, 2018 at 4:01 pm

Chia puddings are one of my favorite healthy treats and I love how smooth this looks! Can't wait to try it out.

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Tessa Simpson

July 16, 2018 at 5:59 pm

So genius to puree the whole bit for a more creamy texture!1 I think I could make this one work for the kiddos!!

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STACEY CRAWFORD

July 22, 2018 at 10:39 am

OMG, that sure looks good! It is so cool that you can serve it right after blending.

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ChihYu

July 22, 2018 at 7:07 pm

I love Chocolate and chia pudding is our favorite too ! What a lovely combo together now we can't wait to try it !

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ChihYu Smith

August 25, 2018 at 7:56 pm

We love chocolate and chia so this will be a perfect combo for my husband and I ! Totally going to make it. So delicious!

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Kristy

January 26, 2019 at 6:09 pm

Looks yummy! What's in the cream on top?

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- Emily Sunwell-Vidaurri
  
  January 28, 2019 at 5:25 pm
  
  Thank you! Homemade whipped cream or vanilla buttercream frosting (or cream cheese frosting) is a favorite of ours as a topping.
  
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April

August 20, 2019 at 11:32 am

I just found this..2019...but it looked good! I love chocolate avocado pudding but hadn't thought to add chia to it. unfortunately, I did not really like it because it was very "slimy" from the ground up chia. If I make it again, I may only grind part of the chia and leave the other part whole. I thought I'd like it because sometimes whole chia doesn't mix in well. Oh well, I'm sure my taste is different from some!

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