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Rich Chocolate & Almond Chia Pudding

A thick, creamy, and decadent-tasting chocolate pudding that mixes up in one jar and is packed with protein and fiber.
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Keyword diabetic chocolate chia pudding recipe
Prep Time 5 minutes
Chill time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 5 minutes
Servings 1
Calories 366kcal

Ingredients

Pudding Base

  • 9 tbsp or 1/2 cup + 1 tbsp plain full-fat (5% milkfat) Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp + 1 tsp chia seeds
  • 1/2 cup 120 mL unsweetened almond milk

Flavor & Toppings

  • 1 tbsp unsweetened Dutch-process cocoa powder
  • 1.5 tbsp granular monk fruit/allulose blend or to taste
  • 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1/8 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp toasted slivered almonds
  • 1 tsp hemp hearts shelled hemp seeds

Instructions

  • In a mason jar or a medium bowl, add the Greek yogurt, almond milk, chia seeds, cocoa powder, monk fruit/allulose blend, vanilla extract, and cinnamon.
  • Whisk the mixture thoroughly for about 30 seconds, ensuring the cocoa powder is fully dissolved and no chia seed clumps remain.
  • Secure a lid on the jar (or cover the bowl) and refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours, or ideally overnight, until the pudding is very thick and set.
  • Before serving, top the pudding with the toasted slivered almonds and a sprinkle of hemp hearts.

Notes

Nutrition Information (Per Serving)

Calories: 366 kcal Total Fat: 23.4 g Saturated Fat: 5.9 g Sodium: 136 mg Total Carbohydrates: 29.3 g Dietary Fiber: 13.4 g Net Carbohydrates: 15.9 g Total Sugars: 5.5 g Protein: 20.8 g
Disclaimer: Values are estimates based on standard USDA data; actuals vary by brands and methods. Net Carbs = Total Carbs - Fiber.