Fresh Valentines Chia Pudding Bowl Delight
A creamy chia pudding bowl with fresh pomegranate seeds and a subtle chocolate twist, perfect for a special Valentine’s Day breakfast or any morning you want to feel extra special.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours (chilling time)
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 cup (240 ml) milk of choice (almond, oat, coconut, or dairy milk, unsweetened)
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened natural cocoa powder
- 1–2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup (about 100 g) fresh pomegranate seeds
- 2 tablespoons dark chocolate shavings or chips (70% cacao or higher)
- Optional toppings: toasted coconut flakes, sliced almonds, Greek yogurt
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine 3 tablespoons (about 45 g) of chia seeds with 1 cup (240 ml) of your chosen milk. Whisk in 1 tablespoon (5 g) of cocoa powder until fully dissolved.
- Stir in 1 to 2 tablespoons (15-30 ml) of maple syrup or honey, adjusting to your preferred sweetness. Add 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract and mix well.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, ideally overnight. Stir halfway through to prevent clumps.
- While the pudding chills, remove the seeds from ½ cup (about 100 g) of fresh pomegranate. Shave or chop 2 tablespoons (about 20 g) of dark chocolate. Toast any nuts or coconut flakes if using.
- Spoon the thickened chia pudding into your serving bowl or jar. Top with pomegranate seeds, chocolate shavings, and any optional toppings like toasted coconut or sliced almonds.
Notes
If pudding is too runny after chilling, add an extra tablespoon of chia seeds and refrigerate for another hour. If too thick, stir in a splash of milk to loosen. Stir halfway through chilling to avoid clumps. Use unsweetened cocoa powder to prevent bitterness. Be gentle when removing pomegranate seeds to keep them whole and juicy. Use dark chocolate with at least 70% cacao for best flavor. Optional toppings add texture contrast.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about half t
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Fiber: 10
- Protein: 6
Keywords: chia pudding, pomegranate, chocolate, healthy breakfast, vegan, gluten-free, Valentine's Day breakfast