Cacao Blended Chia Pudding with Raspberries and Pistachios Recipe
This Cacao Blended Chia Pudding is a delicious and nutritious vegan treat combining raw cacao powder, chia seeds, and soy milk for a creamy texture, naturally sweetened with Medjool dates. Enhanced with optional vanilla protein powder and topped with dairy-free yogurt, fresh raspberries, and chopped pistachios, it’s a perfect make-ahead breakfast or dessert that’s rich in fiber, antioxidants, and plant-based protein.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes (including chilling time, preferably overnight)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast, Snack, Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Vegan, Plant-based
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1/4 cup raw cacao powder
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (optional)
- 1/2 cup chia seeds
- 2.5 cups soy milk
- 3 Medjool dates, pitted
Toppings
- 1/2 cup dairy-free soy yogurt
- 2 tbsp pistachios, roughly chopped
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
Instructions
- Blend Ingredients: In a high-speed blender, combine the raw cacao powder, optional vanilla protein powder, chia seeds, pitted Medjool dates, and soy milk. Blend until the mixture is perfectly smooth and uniform in texture.
- Refrigerate to Set: Pour the blended mixture into your chosen jars or containers. Place them in the refrigerator and allow the pudding to set for at least 1 hour, though overnight chilling is preferable to achieve the best thick and creamy consistency.
- Add Toppings and Serve: When ready to enjoy, top each pudding jar with dairy-free soy yogurt, fresh raspberries, and chopped pistachios for added texture and flavor. Serve chilled and enjoy this wholesome, satisfying treat.
Notes
- The vanilla protein powder is optional but adds extra protein and flavor.
- Using Medjool dates naturally sweetens the pudding without refined sugar.
- Chilling overnight improves the pudding’s texture for creaminess and thickness.
- Feel free to swap soy milk and soy yogurt with other plant-based alternatives like almond or oat milk.
- This recipe is vegan and dairy-free.
Keywords: chia pudding, cacao, vegan dessert, dairy-free, plant-based protein, healthy breakfast, Medjool dates, no bake pudding, vegan snack
