Description
Silky smooth chocolate chia pudding mousse delivers a luxurious blend of healthy indulgence and rich flavor. Creamy layers of nutrient-packed goodness promise a delightful dessert you’ll savor with pure pleasure.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
Sweeteners and Flavorings:
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup (or honey)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
Finishing Touches:
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (optional, for extra creaminess)
- Pinch of salt
- Dark chocolate shavings or cocoa nibs (for garnish)
Instructions
- Whisk almond milk, cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt in a mixing bowl until smooth and fully integrated.
- Incorporate chia seeds thoroughly, stirring to distribute evenly and prevent potential clumping.
- Allow mixture to rest for five minutes, then gently stir again to ensure uniform seed dispersion.
- Transfer bowl to refrigerator and chill for minimum three hours, preferably overnight, occasionally stirring during first half hour to promote consistent thickening.
- After chilling, transfer pudding to high-powered blender or food processor and pulse until achieving silky, mousse-like consistency.
- Optional: Fold Greek yogurt into mixture before blending to enhance creaminess and provide additional protein richness.
- Carefully transfer velvety pudding into elegant serving glasses or individual ramekins.
- Garnish with delicate dark chocolate shavings or crunchy cocoa nibs for textural contrast and visual appeal.
- Serve immediately chilled for optimal flavor and smoothness, allowing guests to appreciate this decadent yet nutritious dessert.
Notes
- Choose unsweetened almond milk to control sugar content and maintain a healthier profile for the pudding.
- Sift cocoa powder before mixing to eliminate lumps and ensure a silky smooth texture throughout the dessert.
- Experiment with alternative milk options like coconut milk or oat milk for different flavor variations and dietary needs.
- For a vegan version, swap Greek yogurt with coconut cream or plant-based yogurt alternatives to keep the creamy consistency.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 3 mg