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    You are here: Home / Breakfast / Creamy Coconut Chocolate Chip Chia Pudding

    Creamy Coconut Chocolate Chip Chia Pudding

    Last Updated March 13, 2022. Published July 12, 2018 By Lorie 54 Comments

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    This creamy chocolate chia pudding recipe is for the extreme chia lovers as well as those who are not so sure about the texture just yet. Rich, creamy chocolate, coconut and chocolate chips for a delicious, sweet combo! Plus it's as easy as blend and chill.

    Chocolate Chia Pudding with coconut, whipped cream and chocolate chips.


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    Not too long ago, I did a recipe refresh with my Peanut Butter Chocolate Layered Chia Pudding. For some of you, this was a big YAY! and I got lots of replies saying it was on the to do list for the week. And then there is everyone else. And I get it--chia pudding is not for everyone, it just isn't. The texture is first and foremost hard for some but also, walking around with the little seeds stuck in your teeth can make for some issues as well.

    Fear not friends, there is a solution and chia pudding can be as easy as 1, 2, blend--and then you get rid of exactly what was the issue to begin with! Easy peasy, lemon squeezy--sorry, the 2nd grade teacher comes out in me sometimes still.

    Chia seeds are such a versatile food

    Chia seeds are these little bits of goodness that are so versatile they really are a must in today's kitchen. While they have some great nutritional benefits, it's really what they can do that is amazing. Run out of eggs? Oh, yea, chia seeds can cover that. They can help you make some pretty amazing jams like this Simple Strawberry Chia Jam I love.

    Chia seeds add lots of crunch to recipes and if not that, they also make a pretty garnish when you sprinkle them over a dish. And you thought they were only good for growing into chia pets!

    Since I made this Creamy  Chocolate Chia Pudding a while ago, it has bumped its way up to my top chia pudding recipe--that says a lot because I am a big chia pudding kind of girl. And I have tried a lot. But making the creamy version really gave it so much more in my opinion.

    Only a handful of ingredients to make this chocolate chia pudding

    So you don't need a lot to make this recipe and there is a very small amount of dishes you will need to dirty so win, win in my book. Chia seeds, obviously, whatever milk you like: almond, whole, goat, whatever!

    I used unsweetened coconut which I like best. I also like maple to sweeten because I think a liquid sweetener is best in a chia pudding but honey will work fine and it's possible a granulated sweetener could work as well. I highly recommend some whipped cream on top along with some toasted coconut to top this with. Adds flavor and fanciness, right?!

    Ok then, you are all set I think.

    Wait, one last thing, for best results, add the chia seeds just before you start the blender. Other wise they gel up really quickly and it can be harder to break them down. Ok, now you are ready to get to the ch-ch-ch-chia pudding!

    Is this Chocolate Chia Pudding Vegan?

    You can easily make this chocolate chia pudding vegan by using your favorite plant milk and chocolate chips that are made without dairy. I love using a chocolate almond milk for this recipe as well! Yum!

    Are chia seeds gluten free?

    Yes! And so is this chocolate chia pudding recipe. All of the ingredients are naturally gluten free so if you have to avoid gluten then this is a perfect treat for you!

    How long does this chocolate chia pudding last in the fridge?

    I find that chia pudding is best when eaten in the first few days but it should still be good if eaten within 5 days. After 5 days, toss it because it won't really be very good at that point.

    What you need to make this Creamy Chocolate Chia Pudding:

    1. Chia Seeds: any kind of chia seeds should do!
    2. Milk: Use your favorite. Dairy free or regular should be great!
    3. Coconut: I prefer  unsweetened. If you have sweetened coconut, cut down on the amount of sweetener you use.
    4. Maple Syrup or Honey: My go to liquid sweeteners. Maple is my very favorite by far. Use whatever you like best.
    5. Cocoa Powder: There is cacao and cocoa. Either will work just fine!
    6. Vanilla: A touch always brings out the goodness in a recipe.
    7. Chocolate Chips: I used mini chocolate chips in this recipe but regular morsels are great as well. You can also toss in some white chocolate chips for a fun way to switch it up!

    For more delicious chia seed recipes, check these out:

    • Blueberry Chia Crumble Bars (These are no bake!)
    • Peanut Butter Banana Protein Overnight Oats
    • Creamy Peanut Butter and Jelly Chia Breakfast Pudding
    • Overnight Maple Cinnamon Chia Rice Pudding
    • Almond Joy Chia Pudding
    • Peanut Butter Chocolate Layered Chia Pudding
    • Strawberry Chia Jam

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    Creamy Coconut Chocolate Chip Chia Pudding

    5 from 15 votes
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    Course: Breakfast, Snack
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Chill Time: 4 hours
    Servings: 2
    Author: Lorie Yarro

    Ingredients 

    • 1 c milk of choice
    • ¼ c chia seeds
    • â…“ c shredded coconut, unsweetened
    • 2-3 T maple syrup or honey
    • 2 heaping T cacao powder
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 2 T mini chocolate chips
    • dash of sea salt

    Instructions

    • In a high powered blender, add all ingredients aside from the chia seeds and chocolate chips.
    • Just before blending, toss in chia seeds. Blend starting on low to combine for about 30 seconds. Then blend on high until smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed.
    • Pour pudding into a bowl or preferred dish, stir in chocolate chips, and chill for about 4-5 hours or overnight before serving. Enjoy with your favorite garnishes!
    Did you try this recipe? I would love to see it! Mention @LemonsAndZest or tag #LemonsAndZest!

    creamy chocolate chia pudding recipe.

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    1. Heather says

      July 23, 2018 at 6:40 am

      5 stars
      Love coconut and chocolate together! Super tasty, super healthy and looks so easy to make. Great recipe!

      Reply
      • Lorie says

        July 24, 2018 at 6:42 pm

        One of my favorite combos as well!

        Reply
    2. Stacey says

      July 23, 2018 at 12:27 am

      5 stars
      Such a great combo of flavors, chocolate and coconut have my heart, love this!

      Reply
      • Lorie says

        July 24, 2018 at 6:44 pm

        Thanks Stacey!

        Reply
    3. Jessica says

      July 22, 2018 at 11:40 pm

      5 stars
      I've been craving chocolate all week and I can't wait to eat it for breakfast next! I could eat this all week and never get tired of it! Even better made with coconut!

      Reply
      • Lorie says

        July 24, 2018 at 6:45 pm

        Yay for chocolate for breakfast!

        Reply
    4. Amanda says

      July 22, 2018 at 10:00 pm

      5 stars
      I love the texture chia seeds gives to puddings. I've been having a bit of a chocolate craving lately, so this will be appearing on my table soon!

      Reply
      • Lorie says

        July 24, 2018 at 6:45 pm

        Hope you love it!!

        Reply
    5. Renee Gardner says

      July 22, 2018 at 7:55 pm

      This recipe looks good, but I love those jars!! They look beautiful in your photos! Where did you find them?

      Reply
      • Lorie says

        July 22, 2018 at 9:13 pm

        I am obsessed with Weck Jars. I found these at World Market!

        Reply
    6. Kitty says

      July 22, 2018 at 6:49 pm

      Can you believe I've never had chia seeds? I've used flax seeds as egg replacements... guess chocolate pudding is a great way to give them a try!

      Reply
      • Lorie says

        July 24, 2018 at 6:46 pm

        Ha, yes for sure. I started using them a few years or so ago just by adding them to smoothies.

        Reply
    7. Anne Murphy says

      July 22, 2018 at 6:06 pm

      5 stars
      I definitely like them better blended - I think they set up better - and the chocolate sounds good!

      Reply
      • Lorie says

        July 24, 2018 at 6:46 pm

        Yea, my hubby likes it better that way as well

        Reply
    8. lauren says

      July 21, 2018 at 10:42 pm

      This almost looks too decadent to be a possible breakfast! I'd be more than happy to eat this for dessert. The coconut must make the chia super creamy!

      Reply
      • Lorie says

        July 24, 2018 at 6:47 pm

        Why not both?!

        Reply
    9. Rachel says

      July 21, 2018 at 4:01 pm

      5 stars
      I recently had a s chocolate smoothie with chia seeds in it and I loved it, so it stands to reason that I'd love this recipe too! It looks delightfully creamy and the addition of coconut is a nice touch!!

      Reply
      • Lorie says

        July 24, 2018 at 6:47 pm

        I add chia seeds to most of my smoothies!

        Reply
    10. Julie says

      July 20, 2018 at 3:24 pm

      This looks absolutely delicious. I love chia seed pudding -- but this creamy chocolate flavor totally ups the game. Can't wait to try it!

      Reply
      • Lorie says

        July 24, 2018 at 6:47 pm

        Yay! Enjoy Julie!

        Reply
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