Cocoa-Infused Chia Seed Pudding
A decadent, dairy-free dessert with rich cocoa flavor and a silky texture, made with chia seeds and coconut milk for a satisfying keto treat. This keto recipe (dairy-free), ready in about 5 minutes, pairs chia seeds, full-fat coconut milk, unsweetened cocoa powder for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 240 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 cup (240ml) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup (60ml) almond milk
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp stevia
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp chia seeds, 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/4 tsp stevia, and 1/4 tsp vanilla extract until combined.
- Step 2: Add 1 cup full-fat coconut milk and 1/4 cup almond milk, then whisk vigorously until no lumps remain.
- Step 3: Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight, stirring once after 30 minutes to prevent clumping.
- Step 4: After chilling, the mixture will have thickened into a pudding. Serve chilled in small bowls, optionally topped with 1 tbsp unsweetened shredded coconut.
