Creamy Valentines Chia Pudding Bowl Recipe with Banana and Dark Chocolate
A quick and easy creamy chia pudding bowl featuring ripe banana and rich dark chocolate, perfect for a healthy and indulgent treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 cup (240 ml) full-fat coconut milk
- 1–2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 large ripe banana, sliced
- 1 ounce (28 g) dark chocolate, roughly chopped or shaved
- Optional toppings: fresh berries, shredded coconut, chopped nuts, or a sprinkle of cinnamon
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of chia seeds with 1 cup of full-fat coconut milk. Whisk or stir briskly to prevent clumps.
- Stir in 1 to 2 tablespoons of maple syrup and 1/2 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract. Adjust sweetness to taste.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow chia seeds to swell and create a pudding-like texture. For a quicker option, refrigerate for 2 hours but pudding will be less thick.
- Slice 1 large ripe banana and roughly chop about 1 ounce of dark chocolate.
- Once pudding has thickened, stir well and spoon into serving bowls. Top with banana slices and dark chocolate. Add optional toppings if desired.
- Serve immediately or keep chilled for an hour to let flavors meld further.
Notes
If pudding is too thick after chilling, stir in a splash of coconut milk to loosen. If too thin, add more chia seeds and chill again for 30 minutes. Use full-fat coconut milk for best creaminess. Store banana slices separately to avoid browning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about half t
- Calories: 280320
- Sodium: 30
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 15
- Carbohydrates: 2530
- Fiber: 10
- Protein: 56
Keywords: chia pudding, banana, dark chocolate, healthy breakfast, vegan dessert, gluten-free, dairy-free, Valentine's Day recipe