Chocolate & Vanilla Chia Pudding

A visually stunning layered pudding made with fiber-rich chia seeds and almond milk. The bottom layer features rich cocoa, while the top is infused with aromatic vanilla bean. It’s a vegan-friendly, make-ahead dish that serves as a cooling snack or a light dessert.

Prep 15 minCook 170 minTotal 185 minUpdated Jul 3, 2026185 minLow CarbVegetarianGluten Free

A visually stunning layered pudding made with fiber-rich chia seeds and almond milk. The bottom layer features rich cocoa, while the top is infused with aromatic vanilla bean. It’s a vegan-friendly, make-ahead dish that serves as a cooling snack or a light dessert.

Ingredients

  • 1 tsp Vanilla Bean
  • 1 cup Chia Seeds
  • 1/4 cup Yogurt, full-fat
  • 1/2 cup Almond Milk, unsweetened
  • 1 tsp Cocoa Powder, unsweetened
  • 1 tsp Sweetener

Instructions

  1. Scrape the vanilla bean and mix the vanilla pulp with the yogurt and almond milk.
  2. Add the chia seeds. Put half of the mixture in a separate bowl and mix with cocoa powder.
  3. Put everything in the refrigerator overnight, or for at least 3 hours, and let soak. If desired, you can also add the sweetener.
  4. Layer both mixtures in a glass and serve.

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