Chia seed pudding. You either love it or hate it. It’s the texture of chia pudding, right? Slimy, cold.. But I think it’s delicious.
Ever since I have made my matcha and vanilla chia seed pudding, I have been eating chia seed pudding left, right and center. Waiting to take pictures of the pudding seems like a punishment to me, because I want to eat it all in one sitting.
But to all of you who hate the texture, hate the taste, but KNOW that it’s good for you and WANT to like it, I have the recipe for you.
I firmly believe that my food processor can do everything. Don’t have a pastry blender? Use a food processor. Want to make a smoothie and lost your blender? Use the food processor! Hate chia seed pudding? No problem, USE YOUR FOOD PROCESSOR!
Now in this Chocolate Peanut Butter Creamy Chia Pudding recipe, I am hiding two ingredients that many people can’t deal with. Chia seeds and prunes. Sounds like a weird combo, no? I promise you it is perfect if you are a chocolate lover who also wants a healthy way to eat it.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Creamy Chia Pudding Ingredients
You just need 6 simple ingredients to make this easy chocolate peanut butter chia pudding recipe. All you need is:
- milk
- whole chia seeds
- creamy peanut butter
- unsweetened cocoa powder
- pitted dates
- vanilla extract
Tips
Make this peanut butter chocolate chia pudding vegan by using plant-based ingredients. Instead of using cow’s milk us a non-dairy milk. I personally love either coconut milk or oat milk because it makes a thicker, pudding-like texture. But I have had good results using unsweetened almond milk and soy milk too.
Storage: store this creamy chocolate pudding in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Don’t have a food processor? A high speed blender works just as well.
Variations
Switch out the peanut butter. The best part about this recipe is how versatile it is. You can use natural peanut butter, seed butter, or even cookie butter if you wanted a less healthy treat. Peanut butter powder can also be used in place of the peanut butter.
Add in some fresh fruit! Mixing in some fresh berries are a great option to make it seem more like a healthy dessert recipe. I love raspberries or strawberries best.
Top with your favorite toppings. I am a huge chocolate lover, so I love sprinkling some chocolate chips or chocolate shavings on top. But granola and fresh fruit are also great options.
More Healthy Breakfast Recipes
Like this Chocolate Peanut Butter Creamy Chia Pudding? Then you will love these delicious recipes for a healthy and quick breakfast:
- Chocolate Almond Butter Blended Baked Oats
- Chocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
- Vegan Chocolate Maple Syrup Muffins
If you try this recipe, let me know! Give it a star rating, leave a comment and tag me with #atasteofmadness on Instagram! I always love seeing what you are creating!
Chocolate Peanut Butter Creamy Chia Pudding
Ingredients
- 2 cups milk of choice
- 1/2 cup chia seeds
- 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3-4 pitted dates (or prunes)
- 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Whisk together the milk and chia seeds in a medium bowl. Add in the peanut butter, cocoa powder, dates (or prunes) and vanilla. Stir a couple of times and place in the fridge overnight.
- In the morning, scrape the contents into a food processor, and process until smooth.
- Portion into bowls and top with desired toppings. Serve right away, or store in an airtight container in the fridge until ready to serve.
I am down with anything chocolate and peanut butter! Yum
YUMMY! So tempting & appetizing 😉
So…food processor you say, aye?
Haha, I do believe you, because this looks wonderful and almost fluffy! I used whole chia seeds in my chia pudding and I quite liked that too. This however, wowser!
Is this recipe for one or two people? For some reason I aaaalmost suspect you ate all off it, sneaky! S'what I would've done anyway 😀
Everything you said about the food processor is spot on! Can't even tell you how much easier life has been since I invested in a food processor. Can't wait to try this chia pudding- yum!!
I have never had chia pudding before. You make it sound so delicious I may have to give it a try.
I've never tried chia this way before. Sounds delicious for breakfast!
Oh I would like such pudding for breakfast!
You're a genius. I will hide everything in chocolate in future..lol ^.^
Cathleen, I'll eat that!
I've only had chia seed pudding once and I wasn't crazy about it, but then again it didn't have chocolate and peanut butter in it!
I love pudding made with chia seeds! This looks delish and healthy, Cathleen.
That´s a lovely idea on how to use chia seeds. I sprinkle it every morning on top of my cereal, but that´s a great idea on how to use it in a different way!
My chia seed pudding never pudd-ifies.
I'm yet to try chia seeds…never seen them, I think. A beautiful breakfast idea! 🙂 ela@GrayApron
Whoa, this recipe is so simple, I love it!! I need to jump on this chia seeds thing.
Healthy because it is chia, and delicious because it is chocolate and pb – you rock 😀
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
I have never had chia seed pudding before but would love to try it!
I love chia but never tried making puddings with it. Looks yummy and when I read 'peanut butter' I knew I had to try it! 🙂
I'm following your blog! Thanks for your comment on my Banoffee Tarts recipe.
Cheers,
Gemma.
Dear Cathleen, I think that prunes or raisins give cakes a wonderful texture so why not the pudding!
I am sure this is a satisfying, healthy and delicious dessert or snack.
I agree about the food processor it is an essential. I have never owned a microwave and of course don't miss it, but I certainly could not do without the food processor.
Have a beautiful Easter holiday.
Catherine xo
I keep hearing how great chia seed pudding is, Kathleen, but still haven't got around to it. Must do that!
Love the idea of adding peanut butter. Happy Easter!
Hi Cathleen, sounds really good actually, love dried dates in desserts, they do so much for the flavor, I bet prunes are the same. As for chia seeds they are such a great little seed, love them. Lovely recipe, thanks for sharing!
This looks PERFECT, going to give this a go very soon! Thanks so much for the recipe.
YUMMMM I have been wanting to try this kind of pudding, now you inspired me! http://thebees3.blogspot.com/
Mmmm, had this for breakfast yesterday, and it was SO good! Changed the recipe a tiny bit, but not enough for the flavours to differ. Posted it up on my blog today:
http://julesthenorweegie.blogspot.nl/2014/04/chocolate-cake-chia-pudding.html
Thanks again Cathleen 😀 I love how the prunes (or dates..which I used) adds a thicker texture to it. I only used four dates, but might add a couple more next time like you did ^ ^ x
Oh yum!!! Chocolate and peanut butter are a great way to start any day!
Agree! Thanks Ashley 🙂
I’m so going to try this with oat milk!
Do it!! 🙂
This is actually my favorite flavor for overnight oats, so I know even before making this that I would definitely love this pudding.
It is so good!! Thanks Anita 🙂
This chia pudding looks really creamy! I love peanut butter in mine too but sometimes also switch to almond butter. Great recipe!
Ooh, good idea. I’ve got to try that too!
I’ve been having this for breakfast and snacks lately and it’s so satisfying – thank you!
It’s so good, right?? Thanks Tawnie!