Description
A rich, creamy, and decadent sugar-free chocolate chia pudding made with coconut milk. This keto-friendly, no-cook dessert is ready in minutes and perfect for meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup (60g) chia seeds (black or white)
- 1 can (400ml) full-fat canned coconut milk
- 2–3 tablespoons powdered erythritol or monk fruit blend
- 2–3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (Dutch-processed preferred)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2–4 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk (optional, for thinning)
- 1 scoop protein powder (optional)
- 1 tablespoon sugar-free dark chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the canned coconut milk, sweetener, vanilla extract, and salt. Whisk vigorously until the sweetener is completely dissolved.
- Sift in the cocoa powder and whisk until the mixture is a smooth, rich dark brown with no streaks.
- Add the chia seeds to the chocolate mixture. Stir immediately and thoroughly for at least 30 seconds to a minute to ensure every seed is coated and no clumps form.
- Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes, then stir again to break up any clumps that formed while the seeds started to gel.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or divide the mixture into individual jars/mason jars.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, until the pudding is thick and gel-like.
- Stir well before serving. Add a splash of almond milk if too thick. Top with berries, coconut whipped cream, or chocolate chips as desired.
Notes
Use full-fat canned coconut milk for the best creamy texture; do not use light coconut milk or carton beverages. Sift cocoa powder to prevent clumps. Stirring twice (once initially, once after 5 minutes) is crucial to prevent chia seed clumping. This pudding keeps in the fridge for up to 5 days. It does not freeze well.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 60
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 18
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 7
- Protein: 6
Keywords: keto dessert, sugar-free, chia pudding, low-carb, gluten-free, dairy-free, coconut milk, healthy dessert, meal prep