Name: Brownie Batter Chia Pudding
Prep time: 10 min
Ingredients: 3 tbsp chia seeds; ½ cup + 2 tbsp unsweetened almond or other non-dairy milk; 2 tbsp plain unsweetened kefir (drinkable yogurt), (or regular yogurt*); 1 tsp pure maple syrup or honey; ½ tsp pure vanilla extract; 2 tbsp creamy cashew or other nut butter, (warmed); dash sea salt; 2 tbsp raw cacao powder; berries or other fruit for topping

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Ever since I started putting some effort into my breakfasts, I’ve started to look forward to it sometimes more than any other meal — and I’m telling you I think about this Brownie Batter Chia Pudding days ahead. It tastes as decadent as it sounds but it’s seriously one of the healthiest and most filling ways to start your day.

If you need a wholesome breakfast that’ll keep you energized for hours, this pudding has 15 grams of protein! It’s great for a pre- or post-workout snack, and it’s full of much better quality nutrients than a protein bar. You could also divide the batch into two and enjoy it for dessert.

So you’re set on protein — now for the other highlight: antioxidants!! Chia seeds are a great source but raw cacao powder is one of the best sources — see my Chocolate Energy Balls or Easy Homemade Dark Chocolate for all the details. (And if you top it off with some antioxidant-rich berries, you’ll send it over the top.)

Last but not least, three tablespoons of chia seeds will give you 15 grams of fiber, more than half your daily value.

This pudding will have you feeling like you licked the brownie batter bowl (guilt free)!

Brownie Batter Chia Pudding

This crave-worthy pudding has everything you need for a nutritious start to your day: 15 grams of both protein and fiber, plus an antioxidant boost from raw cacao. It also makes a great pre- or post-workout snack, or a delicious dessert for two.

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Prep Time 10 mins

Resting Time 4 hrs

Course Breakfast, Dessert

Servings 1 - 2

Ingredients

3 tbsp chia seeds
½ cup + 2 tbsp unsweetened almond or other non-dairy milk
2 tbsp plain unsweetened kefir (drinkable yogurt), or regular yogurt*
1 tsp pure maple syrup or honey
½ tsp pure vanilla extract
2 tbsp creamy cashew or other nut butter, warmed
dash sea salt
2 tbsp raw cacao powder
berries or other fruit for topping

Instructions

In a glass jar or other container, whisk together the chia and milk with a fork. Let sit while you gather the other ingredients. Add the kefir/yogurt, syrup/honey, vanilla, cashew butter (I like to microwave it for about 30 seconds to make it easier to mix in), and a dash of sea salt if using unsalted cashew butter. Whisk for about a minute, until combined. Add the cacao and whisk until no clumps remain (this will take some persistence!).
Cover and refrigerate overnight, or for at least a few hours. Add more syrup to taste and more milk if needed. Serve with berries and cacao nibs or other toppings. It will keep in the fridge for 4-5 days.

Notes

*Kefir/yogurt: Thinner yogurts are easiest to stir in - I use a mix of mostly grass-fed dairy and non-dairy. Forager Project 'Cashewgurt' is a great nut-based option.

Chia seeds: Anthony’s, Healthworks or Nutiva (you should also be able to find them at any grocery store)

Milk: Califia Farms Toasted Coconut Almondmilk or Ripple Unsweetened Pea Milk

Cacao (note that you want raw cacao, not cocoa powder, for the health benefits): Terrasoul

Let me know below if you try it! And also see my other favorite Vanilla Chia Pudding.

Brownie Batter Chia Pudding

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