Chocolate Flaxseed Pudding (Print)
A rich, creamy chocolate dessert made nutritious with ground flaxseed for added fiber and health benefits.
# Ingredient list:
→ Base
01 - 2 cups unsweetened almond milk or dairy milk
02 - 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
03 - 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
04 - 1/4 cup pure maple syrup, honey, or agave nectar
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - Pinch of salt
→ Optional Toppings
07 - Fresh berries
08 - Shaved dark chocolate
09 - Whipped cream or coconut whipped cream
10 - Chopped nuts
# Directions:
01 - In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together almond milk, cocoa powder, ground flaxseed, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth and well combined.
02 - Pour mixture into individual serving glasses or a large bowl.
03 - Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until thickened to pudding-like consistency.
04 - Stir before serving. Top with fresh berries, dark chocolate shavings, whipped cream, or chopped nuts as desired.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Its the kind of dessert that makes you feel like youre getting away with something, delivering deep chocolate satisfaction while secretly fueling your body with fiber and omega-3s
- The texture develops into something remarkably silky and rich, proving that wholesome ingredients can create desserts that rival any traditional pudding
02 -
- The first time I made this, I rushed the chilling time and ended up with chocolate soup, so please trust the process and let it set fully for that proper pudding texture
- If you notice any graininess from the flaxseed, blend the mixture before refrigerating and youll end up with the smoothest pudding imaginable
03 -
- When measuring ground flaxseed, give it a quick whisk before adding to break up any clumps that might have formed in the package
- For the smoothest possible texture, invest the extra thirty seconds to blend everything in a regular or immersion blender before refrigerating