Alright, listen up, y’all. I’m gonna tell ya how to make this… this “chocolate chia puddin’,” whatever that is. My grandkid showed me this thing on her phone, said it’s healthy. Humph, healthy and tasty? We’ll see about that.
First off, ya gotta get them chia seeds. Tiny little things, look like bird food if ya ask me. But the young’uns say they’re good for ya, so what the heck. You’ll need about, uh, a quarter cup, I think? Yeah, quarter cup should do it.
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1 cup milk (any kind, I guess. I used that almond stuff, tastes kinda nutty)
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder. Make sure it’s the unsweetened kind, or it’ll be too sugary, like them store-bought cookies.
- 1-2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey (or more, if you got a sweet tooth like my ol’ man did)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract. Just a little splash, ya know? For flavor.
- Pinch of salt. Yep, even sweet stuff needs a bit of salt. My grandma always said so.
Okay, now listen close, this ain’t rocket science. Get yourself a jar or a bowl, somethin’ ya can put a lid on. Dump in them chia seeds. Then pour in the milk. Any kind will do, I reckon. I used that almond stuff, tastes kinda nutty, not bad. But you can use regular milk, or that soy stuff, whatever floats your boat.
Next up, the cocoa powder. Make sure it’s the unsweetened kind, or it’ll be too sugary, like them store-bought cookies. Two spoonfuls should be enough. Then, the sweet stuff. Maple syrup, honey, whatever you got. I like a good squirt of honey, but you do you. Start with a tablespoon or two, then taste it. Add more if you got a sweet tooth like my ol’ man did.
Now, the vanilla. Just a little splash, ya know? For flavor. And a pinch of salt. Yep, even sweet stuff needs a bit of salt. My grandma always said so. She was a wise woman, my grandma.
Alright, everything’s in the jar. Now put a lid on it and shake it up good. Like you’re shakin’ a cocktail, but without the booze, ha! Make sure them chia seeds ain’t clumpin’ up. You want ’em all mixed in nice and even.
Once it’s all mixed, stick it in the fridge. For how long? Well, that’s the tricky part. The recipe thingy my grandkid showed me said two hours, but I left it in overnight. Seemed to work alright. The longer you leave it in, the thicker it gets, like porridge. So, it’s up to you.
And that’s it. That’s your fancy chocolate chia pudding. Is it any good? Well, it ain’t my mama’s apple pie, that’s for sure. But it ain’t bad. It’s kinda creamy, kinda chocolatey, and it fills ya up. And I guess it is kinda healthy, all them seeds and whatnot. My grandkid says it gives you lots of energy. I don’t know about all that, but I didn’t fall asleep while hoeing the garden this afternoon, so maybe there’s something to it.
So, there ya have it. Simple as can be. Even an old woman like me can make it. Now go on and try it yourself. And don’t forget to wash your dishes afterwards!
Extra tips:
You can add some fruit to it, if you want. Berries, bananas, whatever you got. Or some nuts. Give it a little crunch. And if you don’t like chocolate, you can try other flavors. Peanut butter, maybe? Or just plain vanilla. It’s your puddin’, do what you want with it!
This chocolate chia pudding recipe is easy enough for anyone to make, and it’s a healthy breakfast or snack. It will keep your blood sugar balanced, and it is packed with fiber, healthy fats, and protein. If you’re looking for a quick and easy way to start your day, this is the recipe for you. It’s so simple to make, you can have it ready in just a few minutes. And it’s a great way to sneak in some extra nutrients without sacrificing taste. It’s also a tasty dessert, so you can enjoy it anytime of day.
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