This Chocolate Chia Seed Pudding Vegan is a sweet breakfast that is healthy and absolutely delicious. A quick and easy breakfast made with clean and nutritious ingredients to start the day.

chia seed pudding topped with granola

Chia Seed Pudding is not only an incredibly healthy breakfast option but it couldn’t be easier to make.

It’s ideal when you’re having a busy morning and need to just grab something from the fridge. You can prep this recipe the night before or at the beginning of the week.

With the addition of maca powder, you now have a superfood powered breakfast! The maca powder is paired with cocoa powder, creating a rich, chocolate taste.

So, let’s grab the ingredients and make this delicious recipe together!

Main Ingredients

What are the nutritional benefits in Maca Powder?

Maca consists of 13-16% protein and 8.5% fiber. Making it a great addition to this vegan friendly chia seed pudding.

In addition, Maca contains 19 essential amino acids, vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, C and D, minerals iron, magnesium, copper, zinc, sodium, potassium and calcium.

You are getting many nutritional benefits just from one ingredient!

Lastly, Maca is one of only a handful of foods considered to be an “adaptogen,” or a food that raises overall life force energy.

How to Make this Vegan Chia Seed Pudding Recipe

  1. Add the chia seeds, milk, maple syrup and vanilla extract into a mason jar
  2. Mix until combined 
  3. Then add the maca powder, cacao powder and protein powder (if using)
  4. Mix again until fully combined
  5. Seal the mason jar and put in the fridge for a minimum of 4 hours or overnight (preferable for best results!)
  6. Remove from the fridge when ready to eat
  7. Top with nuts, seeds, nut butters or your favorite granola
  8. Grab a spoon and enjoy!
chia seed pudding topped with granola in a spoon

Frequently Asked Questions

Is chia seed pudding healthy?

Yes! Chia seeds have tons of nutritional benefits such as high in fiber and help to lower high blood pressure.

Of course, what you eat them with can determine if a meal or recipe is healthy. By using simple and clean ingredients, this recipe is incredibly nutritious and healthy.

What other toppings can I add to this vegan chia seed pudding?

You can add any nuts, nut butter, cinnamon, fresh fruit, dried fruits, granola, cereal and anything your heart desires! Sometimes I like to pair it with greek yogurt for additional protein.

How long do I have to soak the chia seeds to create the pudding texture?

I suggest at least 4 hours for the best result but I always prefer to let them soak overnight.

If I make multiple servings, how can I store the leftovers for the week?

I would portion it out into individual mason jars (small ones) so that it’s easy to grab and already measured out.

However, you can store all in one airtight container then scoop what you want each time.

How long will this pudding last?

It will keep for up to 5-7 days in the fridge, no longer than a week! It’s perfect for a weekly meal prep when you know you have a busy week ahead.

chia seed pudding topped with granola
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Chocolate Chia Seed Pudding (Vegan)

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Yield: 1 serving
This Chocolate Chia Seed Pudding is vegan friendly and absolutely delicious. A quick and easy breakfast made with clean and nutritious ingredients to start the day.
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Ingredients
 

  • 2 tbsp chia seed
  • 3/4 cup almond milk, or other milk alternative
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup, or honey
  • 1 tbsp maca powder
  • 1 tbsp cocoa powder
  • 1 serving vegan protein powder, optional for mixing in
  • 1 serving granola, optional for topping

Instructions
 

  • Add the chia seeds, milk, maple syrup and vanilla extract into a mason jar
  • Mix until combined
  • Then add the maca powder, cocoa powder and protein powder (if using)
  • Mix again until fully combined
  • Seal the mason jar and put in the fridge for a minimum of 4 hours or overnight (preferable for best results!)
  • Remove from the fridge when ready to eat
  • Top with nuts, seeds, nut butters or your favorite granola
  • Grab a spoon and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 414kcal, Carbohydrates: 55g, Protein: 17g, Fat: 16g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g, Monounsaturated Fat: 4g, Trans Fat: 0.03g, Sodium: 326mg, Potassium: 508mg, Fiber: 15g, Sugar: 21g, Vitamin A: 13IU, Vitamin C: 3mg, Calcium: 483mg, Iron: 6mg
Author: Jessica Selensky
Course: Breakfast, brunch, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keywords: chia seed pudding, chia seed recipes, chia seeds, easy breakfast, healthy breakfast, maca powder, meal prep friendly, overnight recipe, quick breakfast, sweet breakfast

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