Tiramisu Chia Pudding: An Easy and Decadent Makeahead Dessert Recipe
Tiramisu Chia Pudding is a delightful and healthy twist on the classic Italian dessert, combining creamy chia pudding layers infused with coffee and cocoa flavors, topped with Greek yogurt and dark chocolate shavings. This no-cook, make-ahead recipe offers a perfect balance of rich, creamy, and slightly crunchy textures, ideal for breakfast, dessert, or a wholesome snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Chia Pudding Base
- 1 cup almond milk (unsweetened)
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup (or honey)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Coffee Mixture
- 1 tablespoon instant coffee granules (or espresso powder)
- 2 tablespoons warm water (for dissolving coffee)
Cocoa Layer
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- 2 tablespoons almond milk (to make cocoa paste)
Toppings
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (or dairy-free yogurt)
- Dark chocolate shavings (for garnish)
- Cocoa powder (for dusting)
- Optional: crushed coffee beans for crunch
Instructions
- Combine Chia Mixture: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the almond milk, chia seeds, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Add Coffee: In a separate small bowl, dissolve the instant coffee granules in 2 tablespoons of warm water, then stir this coffee mixture into the chia mixture thoroughly.
- Prep Cocoa Layer: In another small bowl, blend the cocoa powder with a couple of tablespoons of almond milk to form a smooth cocoa paste, then add this cocoa mixture to half of the chia mixture and stir well.
- Layering: Begin layering the pudding in serving glasses starting with the plain chia mixture, followed by a layer of the cocoa-infused chia mixture to create distinct layers.
- Alternate Layers: Continue alternating the plain and cocoa chia mixtures until the glasses are filled, creating a visually appealing marbled pattern.
- Add Toppings: Top each serving glass with a generous dollop of Greek yogurt. Sprinkle with cocoa powder and garnish with dark chocolate shavings for a rich finish.
- Chill: Cover the glasses with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 to 4 hours or preferably overnight to allow the chia pudding to thicken and flavors to meld.
- Serve: Remove from fridge before serving and optionally garnish with crushed coffee beans for extra aroma and crunch.
Notes
- Use dairy-free yogurt to make this recipe vegan-friendly.
- For a stronger coffee flavor, increase the instant coffee powder slightly.
- Maple syrup can be substituted with honey or agave syrup depending on preference.
- Letting the pudding chill overnight ensures optimal texture and flavor blending.
- Layer carefully for an attractive presentation.
- The recipe serves 4 people.
Keywords: Tiramisu, chia pudding, healthy dessert, no-bake dessert, vegetarian dessert, coffee flavored pudding, gluten-free dessert
