Ingredients
– 1/4 cup chia seeds
– 1 cup almond milk (or any milk of your choice)
– 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
– 2 tablespoons maple syrup (or honey)
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
– 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips (dairy-free if needed)
– A pinch of sea salt
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowl
– Whisk or fork
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Mason jar or glass container for storage
– Small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl for melting chocolate
– Spoon for stirring
Step-by-Step Instructions
To start, I take my mixing bowl and combine the chia seeds, almond milk, cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt. I whisk everything together until it’s well-blended and the chia seeds are evenly distributed. I love how the mixture takes on a rich chocolate color! After that, I cover the bowl with plastic wrap and pop it into the fridge for about 2 hours — this allows the chia seeds to plump up and create that wonderful pudding consistency. I usually check it after an hour to give it a little stir and ensure it’s not clumping together. (See the next page below to continue steps…)