There must be something in the air- this is my second “chocolate-covered” recipe since the year began!
But just because it’s chocolate-covered, does not mean it’s not healthy and doesn’t mean it can’t help you with your healthy eating goals!
That’s because this recipe is packed full of fiber and anti-oxidants, includes 2 superfoods, some fruit and is very low in overall sugar!
Yes my friends, it’s a chocolate-covered strawberry chia seed pudding. BAM.
I don’t know about all of you, but I fondly remember chocolate-covered strawberries as a special treat when I was younger. They were great because they tasted absolutely decadent, but hey, you were eating fruit so it had to be healthy! While I m totally in agreement that as far as desserts go, chocolate-covered strawberries are not the worst thing you could eat. BUT the chocolate that is often used will contain refined sugar and depending on the chocolate, might contain loads of preservatives and other chemicals, especially if it’s a chocolate sauce.
So I decided to try and healthify this dessert. And of course I turned to one of my most favourite ingredients- chia seeds. By turning this into a chia seed pudding, I packed it full of fiber and healthy omega-3 fats meaning it will keep you feeling full and will help decrease inflammation in the body!
That’s not the only superfood found in there though! Cacao powder is a superstar- full of powerful anti-oxidants to help combat all the toxins we face on a daily basis. Plus it’s packed full of important minerals like magnesium, which is super important for energy, sulfur which helps promote healthy, glowing skin and others like calcium, manganese, potassium and iron! And let’s not forget it’s mood enhancing properties- it helps to boost serotonin in your body making us feel great!
Strawberries also offer some wicked nutrition- loaded with vitamin C, manganese, fiber and folate to name a few.
It also tastes amazing! It actually tastes exactly like biting into a chocolate-covered strawberry! I love when healthy, delicious and decadent are all found in the same dish :)
I can’t believe there was a time when I disliked chia puddings…
Delicious, healthful and decadent, this makes a great breakfast, dessert or snack! This really is a multi-tasking treat!
Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Chia Seed Pudding (Vegan, Gluten-free, Sugar-free, Raw)
Ingredients (1 bowl)
- 1/2 cup nondairy milk (homemade for raw)
- 1 tbsp cacao powder
- 1/2 tbsp coconut nectar (or maple syrup, but won't be truly raw)
- 4 hulled ripe strawberries
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
Instructions
Blend the first 4 ingredients until smooth. Move to a bowl and stir in the chia seeds. Let sit for at least 20 minutes or overnight in the fridge to allow the chia seeds to gel and create a pudding like consistency.
I hope you enjoy this delicious treat! See you all on Friday!
I'm submitting this recipe to Allergy-Free Wednesday, Raw Food Thursdays and Wellness Weekend!
This is sitting in the fridge as I write this! I can’t wait to try it! I threw in some cacao nibs too!
Yum, what a great addition! Hope you like it!
Could these be frozen? My daughter’s teacher is requesting that I bring treats to store in freezer or cupboard for those special occasions they have.
Could this be frozen? My daughter’s teacher is asking for treats to store in the freezer or cupboards for her to have on special occasions. Thanks!
I don’t see why not :)
I love chia seed pudding but haven’t made it with chocolate yet. This looks great!
Thanks Rochelle! Definitely try it with chocolate, it's heavenly!
I need to get on the Chia Pudding bandwagon and this looks like the perfect recipe to start with!
Thank you Heather! You definitely need to get some chia seed puddings in your life!
Hi Gabby! I love the Veggie Nook! Thanks for the Chia Seed Pudding recipe, it looks absolutely delightful. I’ve actually had one of my own that I came up with a while ago and keep meaning to try it. I might make yours first though before I’m game enough to make mine ;)
Here’s another insanely yummy raw, vegan dessert recipe if you’re ever interested:
Macadamia and Raspberry slice – http://theapplediaries.com/macadamia-slice/
Let me know what you think :) Thanks again!
Thanks so much Nat, you are so sweet! Good luck with your own chia seed recipe :)
Hi Gabby! Just thought I'd let you know I made your recipe last night and it was amazing! I also made mine but think yours was still slightly better ;) have a great weekend.
That’s so great Nat :) You’ll have to post your soon so I can try it!
Hi Gabby,
This recipe is so fun! I love how simple, yet nutritious it is. I know my kids would LOVE this for breakfast (I will use carob instead of chocolate though). Another great recipe my friend. Featuring this evening on AFW. :-)
Hugs,
–Amber
Thank you Amber! It’s definitely great for a breakfast as well, I hope the kids love it!
Hope you’re doing well! :)
I am always down for delicious gluten free desserts! Great idea on the chia seed.
Thank you!
So I couldn’t wait for breakfast. I ended up making it for an afternoon snack and LOVED it! Thanks for the recipe!!
Oh I’m so glad! :)
What a dreamy little dessert! I love chocolate covered strawberries, but I haven’t had them in ages because Chris doesn’t care for them. I think I need to make a few just for myself sometime soon!
Thank you Kristy!! Or you could just make this pudding and keep it all to yourself ;)
OH MY GOODNESS! Yum – yep definitely trying this next week :D
Love quick & easy desserts like that!
Yay hope you like it :)
I know what you mean- quick and easy is all I have been doing lately!
I just finished a detox a few days ago and chocolate chia puddings were my sweet treat when on that. I am now majorly hooked! So glad for another variation, would hate to get sick of my beloved chia pudding :).
I know what you mean- no matter how much I love something I will get sick of it if I don’t change things up! Happy to help :)
I will always welcome chocolate covered recipes :) And this looks fantastic! I love the sound of it as a snack or dessert.
I hear you- it’s hard to say no to chocolate!
I havent jumped onto the chia bandwagon yet.. but this chocolate and strawberry concoction is asking me too!
Oh my you need to jump full force into the wonders of chia ;)
For more information about chia seeds, and some recipe ideas, check out my website: http://www.chiativity.org
Hmm, a delicious (and pretty!) recipe that doesn’t look too difficult. Sounds like something I can handle :)
Thanks hun! It’s so simple and delicous, as the best things often are ;)
Yum! Looks wonderful! And very Valentine’s Day-ish. : )
Oh you are so right! Damn I wish I had realized that and saved it for then ;)
Chocolate covered strawberries are one of my favorite treats. Chocolate and strawberries are such a great combination, I love it! This is a perfect recipe to healthify the combo. It sounds delicious and filling and like a perfect, healthy sweet treat. Great recipe!
Yes mine too! Thanks so much for the kind words hun- it really is filling yet light and totally delicious :)
Yip, it is about a perfect a combo as you can get….. (actually most things with chocolate I will eat!)
Thanks Lou! I agree- chocolate is never a bad idea!
Hi Gabby,
this looks mouth-watering. I have to admit that chia seeds I am still trying to get used to, but maybe you just showed me a way that I will end up loving them. Once I get my hands on some cacao powder (limited kitchen with a traveling life-style) I will try these.
Also, unsure if you remember me from the Dudette blog – I’ve closed that sometimes last year, but I’ve been lurking ever since. Just love your blog, it evolved so much, it is crazy amazing! And the vegan fridays are so fun! Love reading them. Anyways, here is my new blogging attempt – with my real name this time, haha.
ps. don't blame you if you don't remember, you have such a fan base now :)
Of course I remember, I’m so happy to have you back, you were missed!! Thank you so much for your kind words and I am so honoured that you kept following :)
I hope you like this recipe and grow to love chia seeds! Cn’t wait to check out your new blog!
I can NOT wait to get me some Chia Seeds! I’ve been wanting to get some and now I MUST! This looks SO delicious and it’s healthy!! :)
YES chia seeds are amazing- they are one of my must-haves in the kitchen as they are so versatile and healthy!
As a kid, I’d often splurge on the chocolate covered strawberries at the Christmas Markets I’d go to with my mum, always forgetting that despite how pretty they were, I hated the combination of dark chocolate and squidgy sloppy strawberry sweetness.
Weird thing is, I’d be all over this if it was, say, carob instead of cocoa, or raspberries instead of strawberries. ;)
I should have mentioned it would be delicious with carob, because it definitely would be. And I mean when isn’t raspberry and carob together amazing? ;) I think I’d like your version!
That looks decadent but healthy :)
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
Thanks Uru!
I am so making this! YUM!
I hope you like it :)
Looks delicious, Gabby! Chocolate and fruit pair very well together. Are you eating cocoa again? I bet this would be good with carob, too. :-)
Thanks Janet! I am eating a small amount of it here and there- only in the form of cacao though and not chocolate. Seems to be going well!
It would be amazing with carob :)
Love this pudding! Pinning it :)
Thanks Kammie :) Hope you like it!
Um… YUM!!!! That looks super tasty.
Coconut nectar huh? I haven’t seen that yet – I’m going to have to be on the hunt for it now.
Thanks Kimmy!
Coconut nectar is a great low-glycemic sweetener- definitely give it a shot if you see it! It’s so gooey and delicious :)
Just made a batch of chia seed pudding – I think I’ll toss in the strawberries and give it all a whirl in the blender! Thanks and yum!
Awesome my dear, hope it makes it that much more delicious!
This looks amazing Gabby! I’ve yet to try a chia pudding actually :) I really should as this looks healthy & refreshing too, love anything chocolate of course, and any time :)
Thanks Shira! That surprises me, I feel like chia pudding would be right up your alley!
Doesn’t chocolate just make anything better? ;)
OMG! Awesome! My Chia Seeds are screaming at me right now to make this! Thanks!
Hehe thanks Jennifer, I hope you like it!
Looks great! :)
Thanks! :)