Description
Indulgent Nutella Chia Seed Pudding delivers a luxurious chocolate experience with minimal effort. Creamy, rich layers combine nutty chia seeds and smooth Nutella, creating a delightful dessert you can savor in minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 2 tablespoons Nutella
Sweeteners and Flavors:
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Garnish and Extras:
- 1 pinch salt
- Fresh berries (for topping)
- Chopped hazelnuts (for topping)
Instructions
- Whisk milk, Nutella, vanilla extract, maple syrup, and salt in a medium bowl until silky and fully integrated.
- Gently fold chia seeds into the liquid mixture, ensuring even distribution and preventing seed clusters.
- Allow the pudding base to rest for 5 minutes, then stir thoroughly to break up any potential seed clumps.
- Securely cover the bowl and transfer to the refrigerator, letting it chill and thicken for minimum 2 hours or ideally overnight.
- After refrigeration, vigorously stir the pudding to restore smooth consistency and enhance texture.
- Optional: Garnish with vibrant fresh berries and crunchy chopped hazelnuts for added visual appeal and textural contrast.
- Serve immediately while chilled, savoring the rich chocolate undertones and creamy pudding texture.
Notes
- Swap dairy milk with almond, oat, or coconut milk for a vegan-friendly version that maintains the creamy texture.
- Adjust Nutella quantity based on desired sweetness level, using less for a lighter treat or more for intense chocolate flavor.
- Prevent chia seed clumping by whisking vigorously and stirring multiple times during the first 15 minutes of setting.
- Enhance nutritional value by adding protein powder or topping with additional superfoods like sliced almonds or cacao nibs for extra crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Breakfast, Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 410 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 11 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg