Brownie Batter Chocolate Chia Seed Pudding with Coconut Milk

Name: Brownie Batter Chocolate Chia Seed Pudding with Coconut Milk
Prep time: 5 min
Ingredients: ¼ c chocolate protein powder (see notes for using collagen or leaving this out); ¼ c cocoa powder (or cacao powder); 4 tbsp honey (or maple syrup); Pinch of sea salt; ½ tsp vanilla extract; 1 c coconut milk (canned & shaken); ½ c milk of choice (almond, oat, or similar); 1/3 c chia seeds

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Made with rich cocoa powder and creamy coconut milk, this chocolate chia seed pudding with coconut milk tastes like brownie batter for breakfast! You can whip up this recipe in just 5 minutes and it will be ready for you when you wake up! The key is the coconut milk is thick enough to suspend the chia seeds so you don't have to stir it again.

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You can easily make it high protein with the addition of chocolate protein powder or collagen peptides.
It's ready in just 5 minutes - like seriously 5 minutes and you can mix it up all in the same jar you store it in.
It'll make you feel super because it's a combination of superfoods - chia seeds, coconut milk, and honey.
Can be breakfast or a healthier dessert because it's THAT good!

Chia seed pudding has been on my radar for a while. I make it weekly for my son and me for a high protein breakfast in different flavors and variations. I've tried blending it, making it with different milks, adding fruit, and more.

Through these tests, I've had issues with it being too runny, too thick, not mixed evenly, you name it - I've probably experienced it. So when I wanted a more decadent version, I knew exactly how I was going to make it. This chocolate chia seed pudding would use coconut milk and another milk for the perfect consistency and it would be inspired by brownie batter - because what's more decadent?

I have a handful of other brownie-inspired recipes so I guess you could say I'm on a bit of a brownie kick. So if you too enjoy chocolate on chocolate, check out my brownie batter protein yogurt parfait, brownie batter overnight oats, and brownie batter protein balls.

recipe ingredients

All substitutions are a 1:1 substitute unless otherwise noted. See recipe card for quantities.

notes

The brownie part: To make these super rich in chocolate you will need cocoa powder and chocolate protein powder or collagen peptides. I use chocolate Drink Wholesome protein powder to keep it dairy free but any vegan or whey protein powder will work. You can also use vanilla protein powder.
Milks: Using a combination of canned coconut milk and another thinner milk is *critical* to making this the best chia seed pudding with coconut milk! You can use any kind of thinner milk - oat, soy, almond, cow's milk, etc.
Mix-ins: You'll need chia seeds, honey, sea salt, and vanilla extract to make this into chia seed pudding. Maple syrup or agave work in place of honey too.

variations

Using collagen or no protein powder: If you use collagen, I would add 1 tablespoon additional chia seeds since protein powder adds a bit of thickness. I would also taste it before storing it to see if you need to add more sweetness since collagen peptides are unsweetened.
Using vanilla protein powder: Add 1 tablespoon additional cocoa powder if you make this with vanilla protein powder.
Mocha Chia Seed Pudding: Add 1 teaspoon of espresso powder to the mixture.
Peanut Butter Chia Seed Pudding: Stir in ¼ cup of peanut butter after the chia seed pudding has set overnight.

This recipe has not been tested with other substitutions or variations. If you replace or add any ingredients, please let us know how it turned out in the comments below!

toppings & more

I love enjoying chocolate chia seed pudding with all sorts of fun toppings, here are a few of my favorites.

Fresh fruit: Raspberries, strawberries, and bananas.
Nuts: Pistachios, macadamia nuts, almonds, and cashews.
Nut butter: Peanut butter, cashew butter, almond butter, and sunflower butter.
Granola & crunchies: Any kind of granola, cacao nibs, or protein brownie bark.
Whipped topping: Coconut whip or cool whip.
Drizzles: Caramel sauce, hot fudge sauce, honey, and more.

how to make chia seed pudding

Be sure to scroll to the recipe card for the full chocolate chia seed pudding recipe!

Mix everything but the chia seeds in a jar.
Add in the chia seeds.
Seal the jar and shake well.
Store in the fridge overnight to set.

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helpful tips

Use a large mason jar: A 32 oz jar usually works perfectly for this. This is also the same size as a spaghetti sauce jar or similar - reduce, reuse, recycleeeee!
If the protein powder won't mix: If it's clumping up, pop the milk mixture into the blender to make sure the milk mixture is smooth before adding the chia seed.
Shake the coconut milk: Shake the can before adding it to the jar to make sure you have the thick part and the water. We want the milk to be thick but not a cream.
Depending on the coconut milk: If your coconut milk seems thin, you might need to shake the chia seeds once after they've sat for about an hour. You can check on them and see because this can vary based on the brand of coconut milk.

common questions

Why didn't my chia seed pudding thicken?

This can happen for two reasons: your chia seeds are old and too dried out to expand or they did not mix in all the way. If this happens to you commonly, then your coconut milk is too thin. I recommend blending the chia seeds with the milk so it doesn't matter what kind of milk you use. This forces them to expand and break open.

Does it really have to sit overnight?

It's best if it does. But, it will be thick enough to eat after about 4 hours if you're in a rush.

Can you taste the coconut milk?

No, the coconut milk is super mild since the cocoa powder is the predominant flavor. However, if you're sensitive to coconut milk then you might still taste it.

how to store & meal prep it

fridge

This brownie batter pudding will keep in the fridge for up to 5 days in an airtight container.

frozen

Chia seed pudding freezes awesome! If you have any leftovers or extra, you can freeze it in an ice cube tray or silicon baking molds. Then transfer to a freezer-safe bag of container and store for up to 3 months. To thaw it, put the cubes in a jar in the fridge overnight to defrost.

meal prep

I love making a double batch to keep one for me and one for my son (he's a chia seed pudding monster). Or, I'll freeze the other batch for whenever I want a little healthier dessert.

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