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Smooth Chocolate Chia Pudding

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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!

Jars of smooth chocolate chia pudding with berries and cream on the top.

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.

Jars of smooth chocolate chia pudding with fresh berries and cream on the top.

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.

Jars with smooth chocolate chia pudding with berries and cream on the top.

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!

Jar of smooth chocolate chia pudding with berries and cream on the top.

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.

Jars of smooth chocolate chia pudding with berries and cream on the top.

Smooth Chocolate Chia Pudding

Jars of smooth chocolate chia pudding with berries and cream on the top.

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

Instructions

  1. Add all ingredients to a high-powered blender. Blend until very smooth, about 1-2 minutes, scraping down the sides as needed.
  2. Pour pudding into small glass bowls and allow to chill in the refrigerator or enjoy immediately.
  3. 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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Cuisine: American / Category: Dessert
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  5. 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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    • 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 ๐Ÿ™‚ 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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  17. 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 ๐Ÿ™‚

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  32. 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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