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Simple Chocolate Chai Chia Seed Pudding Recipe

0 · Jul 23, 2014 · Stephanie Gerber · 2 Comments

Like so many other health-conscious folks, I hopped on the chia bandwagon and have been snacking on chia seed pudding for several years now. It’s hard to resist when all it really takes to get a luscious, lovely, tapioca-textured pudding is mixing two ingredients together (chia seeds and liquid of your choosing). Simple, right?

Easy Chocolate Chai-Chia Seed Pudding | HelloGlow.coOver the years, I fell into a routine of simply just mixing the seeds with nut milk, usually almond milk. But, I’m not going to lie, eating the same thing over and over again had me feeling bit chia-pudding’d out. Since adding tea into my pudding mix, and in particular the combination of chocolate and chai for this easy Chocolate Chai-Chia Seed Pudding, the chia experience has gotten a lot more exciting.

Easy Chocolate Chia Seed Pudding | HelloGlow.coLast semester in chef school, we had a surprising lecture about tea and food pairings that made me see tea in a whole new light. For instance, did you know that tea has tannins and certain teas pair well with certain foods, just like wine? Did you also know that you could become a tea sommelier? With my holistic health background and affinity for foods rich in antioxidants, mixing tea into my chia pudding seemed like the next logical (and healthy and delicious) step.

Benefits of Black Tea

There are a myriad of reasons to drink black tea, including stress relief, better bone health and straight-up pleasure. But three of the reasons that most compelled me to use tea in more of my meals include:

The fact that they’re loaded with antioxidants, polyphenols to be exact. These guys help prevent and block DNA damage associated with toxins.

Regular consumption of black tea is purported to reduce the risk of several health conditions like diabetes, high cholesterol and kidney stones

Drinking (or eating) tea can increase energy. The caffeine found in tea is different from other caffienated foods and beverages, and its unique makeup is said to stimulate metabolism and enhance blood flow to the brain without over-stimulating the heart.

Easy Chocolate Chia Seed Pudding | HelloGlow.coBesides the fact that it’s good for you, it’s just plain good, especially in this pudding. The earthy, sweet spices in chai really compliment coconut milk well. And in just a couple of stirs, dessert is served.

Simple Chocolate Chai-Chia Seed Pudding

Kris Osborne
An even healthier, more delicious way to eat chia pudding.
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Prep Time 10 mins
Rest Time 8 hrs
Total Time 8 hrs 10 mins
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine vegan
Servings 4

Equipment

  • Heat-proof bowl

Ingredients
  

  • 3 chai tea bags use decaf, if you prefer
  • 6 ounces just-boiled water
  • 1 13 to 14-ounce can coconut milk, full-fat or light, but with minimal additional ingredients
  • ¼ cup maple syrup or other sweetener of your choice
  • 1-2 tbsp cocoa powder
  • ¼ tsp vanilla
  • ⅓ cup chia seeds
See also
Vegan Chocolate Hazelnut Freezer Fudge

Instructions
 

  • Pour just-boiled water into a heat-safe container and steep the chai tea bags in it for 3-5 minutes (or as long as is recommended on the package).
  • Remove the bags, squeezing out the excess liquid.
  • Mix the steeped tea, coconut milk, maple syrup, cocoa powder, and vanilla in a pot and whisk to combine.
  • Add the chia seeds and whisk again.
  • Cover and place in the refrigerator overnight to chill.
  • Remove and whisk once more to redistribute the seeds.
  • Top with fruit of your choice. I chose fresh, local peaches, but strawberries would also be a great match.

Notes

Besides the fact that it’s good for you, it’s just plain good, especially in this pudding. The earthy, sweet spices in chai really compliment coconut milk well. And in just a couple of stirs, dessert is served.
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  1. Amie says

    August 2, 2014 at 8:05 am

    I was so excited to try this but even after sitting overnight in the fridge mine is tea consistency with chia. I think there’s too much water in this.

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  2. Jennifer says

    June 3, 2015 at 11:52 am

    I believe you may have left off the ingredient on the recipe to thicken the mixture to make it a pudding.

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