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    Modified: Mar 14, 2025 · Published: Dec 19, 2020 by Willow Moon · This post may contain affiliate links. · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · I get commissions for purchases made through links in this post.

    Mexican Chocolate Chia Pudding

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    This creamy Mexican Chocolate Chia Pudding is sweet and slightly spicy. It is vegan, gluten-free, and sugar-free.

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    "Where has this recipe been all my life?
    Just tried your Mexican chocolate chia pudding recipe, and it is DELICIOUS! - Judy"

    I have really taken a liking to vegan chia puddings. They are healthy, filling, and loaded with nutrients.

    If you don't like the texture of chia pudding, you can blend it thoroughly, as I have done for this Mexican Chocolate Chia Pudding. The consistency is more like the pudding you are used to.

    Chia pudding is great for breakfast, dessert, or as a snack. Other chia pudding recipes to try are my Vegan Neapolitan Chia Pudding, Almond Chia Seed Pudding, Vegan Chai Chia Pudding, and Coffee Chia Pudding with Thai Flavors.

    Chia seeds are really versatile. Besides chia pudding, I have used them as the main ingredient in Pizza Crackers, and as a binder in recipes like Vegan French Toast and Vegan Monte Cristo. They are a good egg replacer.

    This chocolate chia pudding with Mexican spices is a healthy, yet indulging treat. Eat it for breakfast, dessert, or as a snack.

    For a traditional vegan pudding try my Vegan Butterscotch Pudding with Tapioca Flour, Dairy-Free Chocolate Pudding, or my Vegan Chocolate Tofu Pudding recipe.

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    • ❤️ Why You'll Love It
    • 🧾 Ingredients
    • 🔪 Instructions
    • 💭 Tips
    • 👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs
    • Other Chia Pudding Recipes
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    ❤️ Why You'll Love It

    • It is sweet and chocolaty with a touch of spice.
    • It is simple and easy to make.
    • It is healthy and satisfying. Eat it for breakfast, as a snack, or for dessert.

    🧾 Ingredients

    Ingredients for Mexican chia pudding on a cutting board with labels.
    • Chia seeds: Get gelatinous when you add liquid.
    • Almond milk: I used unsweetened vanilla almond milk because I like to control the amount of sugar. You could use your favorite dairy-free milk.
    • Cacao powder: Adds a chocolaty flavor. You could also use unsweetened cocoa powder.
    • Cinnamon and nutmeg: Add a warming flavor.
    • Cayenne pepper: Adds spice. You could also use chili powder.
    • Vanilla extract: Enhances flavors.
    • Stevia: Adds sweetness. I used stevia to make it sugar-free, but you could also use maple syrup, agave syrup, dates, or sugar.
    • Salt: Enhances sweetness. I like to use sea salt.
    • Cacao nibs or chocolate chips: Add more chocolaty goodness. Cacao nibs are bitter but sugar-free. Chocolate chips add a sweet chocolaty bite but contain sugar.

    To see the full list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, see the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

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    🔪 Instructions

    Chia seeds and almond milk in a large bowl.

    Step 1: Mix chia seeds with almond milk in a large bowl.

    Chia seeds mixed with almond milk in a mixing bowl.

    Step 2: Let sit so the chia seeds can get gelatinous. Whisk to combine.

    Chocolate chia pudding before and after mixing.

    Step 3: Add chia mixture, cacao powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, cayenne pepper, vanilla extract, and salt into a high-speed blender or Nutribullet. Alternatively, mix by hand.

    Step 4: Blend until smooth and creamy.

    💭 Tips

    • For a traditional pudding consistency, blend all the ingredients in a high speed blender.
    • If you like the consistency of chia pudding, don't blend but instead mix all the ingredients by hand.
    • If you mix by hand and are using dates, you will need to mix the dates with almond milk in a high-speed blender first.
    • Use cayenne pepper or chili powder, whichever you prefer. I preferred cayenne pepper.
    • Taste as you go; you may want more or less sweetener or spices.
    Mexican Chocolate Chia Pudding in jar with spoon.

    👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs

    How long do soaked chia seeds last in the fridge?

    Soaked chia seeds last 5 days in an airtight container in the fridge.

    How long does chia pudding last in the fridge?

    This chia pudding recipe will last 5 days in an airtight container in the fridge.

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    If you tried this Mexican Chocolate Chia Pudding Recipe or any other recipe on my website, please leave a ⭐️ star rating and let me know how you like it in the 💬 comments below. I love hearing from you!

    This recipe was originally published on March 31, 2018. I've added new photos and more text.

    📋 Recipe

    Mexican Chocolate Chia Pudding
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    Mexican Chocolate Chia Pudding

    This creamy Mexican inspired Mexican Chocolate Chia Pudding is sweet and slightly spicy. It is healthy enough to eat anytime of the day!
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine Mexican inspired
    Diet Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
    Total Time 5 minutes minutes
    Servings 2
    Calories 139kcal
    Author Willow Moon
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    Equipment

    • high speed blender

    Ingredients

    • ¼ cup chia seeds
    • 1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
    • 2 tablespoons cacao powder or cocoa powder
    • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • pinch nutmeg
    • pinch cayenne pepper or chili powder
    • 15-20 drops stevia or 1 tablespoon maple syrup or 2 dates, softened in hot water
    • pinch salt
    • cacao nibs  or chocolate chips for garnish
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    Instructions

    • Mix chia seeds and almond milk. Let sit in the fridge for at least an hour.
    • Add cacao powder, cinnamon, vanilla extract, nutmeg, cayenne pepper, sweetener, and salt.
    • Mix in a high speed blender or Nutribullet until smooth and creamy. Garnish with cacao nibs or chocolate chips.

    Notes

    Chia pudding keeps in the fridge for up to five days.

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 139kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 167mg | Potassium: 163mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 1g | Calcium: 290mg | Iron: 2mg
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    *Note: Nutrition information should be considered an estimate only. Different nutrition calculators give you different results.

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    1. Judy says

      January 21, 2021 at 6:31 pm

      Where has this recipe been all my life?
      Just tried your Mexican chocolate chia pudding recipe, and it is DELICIOUS!5 stars

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      • Willow Moon says

        January 22, 2021 at 7:00 am

        Thanks Judy, I’m so glad you liked it!

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    2. Felicia says

      March 31, 2018 at 2:08 pm

      I was looking for a chocolate chia pudding recipe and came across your recipe. I wouldn't have thought to put Mexican spices in it, but it is delicious! I love the slightly spicy flavor!5 stars

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      • Willow Moon says

        March 31, 2018 at 2:09 pm

        Thanks Felicia, I'm so glad that you like it!

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