Easy Chocolate Chia Pudding with Strawberries (Healthy 10-Minute Recipe)
If you’re looking for a quick, nourishing treat that feels indulgent but is actually good for you, this chocolate chia pudding with strawberries is the perfect solution. Made with simple ingredients and ready in just 10 minutes of prep time, this creamy pudding is rich in chocolate flavor and naturally sweetened with minimal added sugar. Chia seeds transform into a silky, pudding-like texture when mixed with plant-based milk, creating a satisfying dish packed with fiber, healthy fats, and plant-based nutrients. A touch of cocoa powder adds deep chocolate flavor, while fresh strawberries bring natural sweetness and a bright, juicy contrast.
This recipe is naturally vegan, vegetarian, plant-based, and gluten-free, making it a great option for a wide variety of eating styles. It’s also perfect for meal prep—just make a batch ahead of time and enjoy it throughout the week as a healthy breakfast, snack, or light dessert. With its rich chocolate taste and fresh berry topping, this easy chia pudding proves that healthy eating can be both simple and delicious. With only 7 ingredients and just a touch of maple syrup for sweetener and no added oils, this Easy Chocolate Chia Pudding with Strawberries relies upon chia seeds to add a creamy, thickness—and a dose of healthy nutrition. Chia seeds are a good source of omega-3s, protein, fiber, and calcium, so dive right into a dessert you can feel good about! Layered with strawberries, this is a treat healthy enough for breakfast! Mix it up the night before and enjoy packed away for lunches, gym trips, picnics, or snacks. Swap out the strawberries for another type of seasonal fruit, such as pineapple, raspberries, mangoes, and persimmons. The possibilities are endless!
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With only 7 ingredients, you can make this vegan recipe for Chia Pudding with Strawberries in under 10 minutes. With just a touch of maple syrup for sweetener and no added oils, this pudding relies upon chia seeds to add a creamy, thickness—and a dose of healthy nutrition.
1 1/2 cups strawberries, sliced (may use fresh or frozen, drained)
Instructions
Combine plant-based milk, chia seeds, cocoa powder, maple syrup and vanilla in a mixing bowl, stirring well with an electric mixer. Transfer the pudding to an airtight container and refrigerator at least 8 hours (or overnight).
Remove from refrigerator and spoon 1/4 cup of pudding into 4 serving dishes or jars. Layer each dish with 1/4 cup strawberries. Spoon a final layer of 1/4 cup pudding onto each serving dish. Garnish with remaining strawberries. Serve immediately.
Makes 4 servings (about 3/4 cup each).
Notes
For meal prep, follow step 1, but instead of transferring pudding to an airtight container, follow the instructions in step 2, portioning the pudding and strawberry layers in 4 Weck or Mason jars with tight fitting lids. Refrigerate for several hours to allow to thicken.
