Overnight Chocolate Chia Pudding

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. You need to fuel your body properly so that you stay full until lunch. Some foods that contain more protein keep you fuller for longer, like eggs, meats, veggies and chia seeds. Chia seeds are an excellent source of fibre, helps improve heart health and promotes intestinal health.

This recipe is like a dump and go recipe. You only need a handful of ingredients. Mix them all in and allow it to set overnight. This is why I love overnight recipes. Makes my life so much easier.

Preparation Time 5 minutes

Set Time 3 hours- overnight

Yields 2 x 1/2 cup servings

Ingredients

1/8 cup cocoa powder

2 tablespoons maple syrup

1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

Pinch of salt

1/4 teaspoon vanilla

1 1/2 cups milk (or milk equivalent)

1/4 cup chia seeds

Optional

Toppings: berries, chocolate chips, whipped cream, nuts or granola

Instructions

1. In a small bowl: combine the cocoa powder, maple syrup, cinnamon, salt and vanilla. Mix well to combine. This will form a thick paste.

2. Add a little milk at a time until smooth.

3. Add the chia seeds and mix it in.

4. Cover and refrigerate for 3 hours/ overnight.

5. Arrange in bowls/ cups. Top with your favourite toppings. Serve chilled.