Activia Chocolate Chia Pudding
Make this recipe the night before for a smooth, chocolatey snack perfect for your breakfast. Perfect for meal prep, this overnight chia pudding offers a rich, satisfying texture with minimal effort.
Tips Before Making Your Overnight Chocolate Chia Seed Pudding
Choose the Right Cocoa or Cacao Powder
The flavour foundation of any delicious chocolate chia pudding recipe begins with quality cocoa powder. Whether you prefer the mellow richness of Dutch-processed cocoa or the intensity of raw cacao, both bring out the chocolate notes in this pudding made with chia seeds. For a smoother finish, sift the powder into your milk before stirring. Want extra indulgence? Add a few chocolate chips or a sprinkle of chocolate shavings on top before serving.
Stir Well, Then Stir Again
To get the best texture of chia pudding, proper mixing is key. The texture of chia can become uneven if the seeds clump together, so always stir thoroughly after adding them to your base. Then, let the mixture sit for 5 to 10 minutes before giving it another stir. This ensures every spoonful of your chia pudding for breakfast has the even consistency you're aiming for, especially if you're planning a blended chia pudding variation later.
Adjust Flavour with Ingredients of your choice
Customize your pudding with different ingredients. A touch of maple syrup, a splash of vanilla extract, or a swirl of almond butter can enhance flavour without overpowering the cocoa. A spoonful of yogurt adds creaminess and a subtle tang. Just make sure your fresh chia seeds are fully hydrated, after a few hours in the fridge, their transformation helps bind all these flavours together into a delicious snack.
Overnight Chocolate Chia Seed Pudding Recipe
Ingredients
1 ½ cup Activia Plain yogurt
1 cup unsweetened plant-based beverage
¼ cup + 1 tbsp cacao powder
¼ cup maple syrup
1 tsp vanilla extract
¼ tsp instant coffee
Pinch of salt
1/3 cup chia seeds
Optional toppings: sliced banana, berries, chocolate chips, chocolate shavings, chopped almonds, extra yogurt
Directions
Mix the base: In a medium bowl or mason jar, whisk together the cocoa powder, Activia Plain Probiotic Yogurt, oat milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth and fully combined.
Add the chia seeds: Stir in the chia seeds, mixing thoroughly so they’re evenly distributed throughout the liquid. Let sit for 5–10 minutes.
Stir again for consistency: After resting, give the mixture a second stir to break up any clumps and promote a smooth consistency of chia pudding.
Refrigerate overnight: Cover the bowl or jar and place it in the fridge for at least 4 hours, or ideally overnight. This gives the fresh chia seeds time to hydrate and thicken the mixture.
Serve and top: In the morning, stir the pudding once more. Portion into bowls and top with your favourites, fresh fruit, chopped almonds, a spoonful of yogurt, or a dusting of chocolate shavings for a little extra indulgence.
Questions Related to the Overnight Chocolate Chia Seed Pudding Recipe
Can I Use Any Kind of Milk for Chocolate Chia Pudding?
Yes, almost any milk works when you make chia chocolate pudding. From classic dairy to soy milk, coconut milk, or other dairy-free milk options, your choice will affect both texture and flavour. Creamier milks like coconut milk create a richer spoonful, while lighter alternatives like almond or oat keep things more subtle. As long as you follow the right ratio of chia and milk, you'll be on your way to creating your best chocolate chia pudding.
How Long Does Chocolate Chia Pudding Keep?
Once chilled and thickened, this pudding can be stored in the fridge for up to four days. Keep it in an airtight container to maintain freshness. If you find yourself with leftover chia pudding, it makes a great snack or base for parfaits. You can even freeze it: yes, chia pudding freezes well! Just portion it into single servings and thaw overnight in the fridge for an easy grab-and-go snack.
Can I Add Protein to This Recipe?
Absolutely. You can blend in nut butter or a small scoop of protein powder when you make chia pudding. Want even more texture? Add chia seeds on top before serving. Chocolate chia pudding is one of those versatile, delicious chia seed recipes that easily adapts to your preferences.
This overnight chocolate chia pudding is a simple way to prep ahead. Try it alongside overnight oats with yogurt or no bake granola bars for easy variety.
