Chocolate Almond Coconut Berry Chia Cream (Printable)

Creamy layers of chocolate, almond, coconut, and fresh berries with protein-rich chia seeds create this luscious, satisfying treat.

# List of ingredients:

→ Chia Cream Base

01 - 1/2 cup chia seeds
02 - 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
03 - 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
04 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
05 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
06 - Pinch of salt

→ Chocolate Layer

07 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
08 - 2 tablespoons almond butter
09 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey

→ Protein Boost

10 - 2 scoops vanilla or chocolate protein powder (plant-based or whey)

→ Berry Topping

11 - 1 cup mixed fresh berries (blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, or blackberries)

→ Garnish

12 - 2 tablespoons sliced almonds
13 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened coconut flakes
14 - 1 oz dark chocolate, shaved or chopped (optional)

# Steps:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the chia seeds, almond milk, shredded coconut, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Add the protein powder and whisk vigorously until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps. Allow it to rest for 10 minutes, then whisk once more to break up any clumps that may have formed.
02 - Cover the bowl tightly and refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours, or leave overnight. The chia seeds will absorb the liquid and transform the mixture into a thick, pudding-like consistency.
03 - In a small bowl, stir together the cocoa powder, almond butter, and maple syrup until you achieve a glossy, smooth chocolate mixture with no dry spots remaining.
04 - Once the chia cream has fully set, spoon half of it evenly into 4 serving glasses or jars, creating the bottom layer in each.
05 - Distribute the chocolate mixture evenly over the chia cream base in each glass, spreading it gently to form a distinct middle layer.
06 - Layer the remaining chia cream on top of the chocolate in each glass, dividing it equally among the 4 servings.
07 - Finish each parfait with fresh mixed berries, sliced almonds, coconut flakes, and shaved dark chocolate if desired. Serve immediately or keep refrigerated until ready to enjoy.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It tastes like dessert but packs enough protein to justify eating it for breakfast without a single pang of guilt.
  • The layered look in a clear glass is genuinely gorgeous and takes almost zero effort to pull off.
02 -
  • If you do not whisk the chia mixture a second time after ten minutes you will end up with a gummy layer at the bottom that no amount of stirring can fix later.
  • The pudding firms up dramatically in the fridge so if it looks too loose when you put it in, trust the process and let time do its work.
03 -
  • Toast the coconut flakes in a dry skillet over medium heat for about two minutes, stirring constantly, and your whole kitchen will smell like a tropical bakery.
  • Use a spoon to pull some of the chocolate layer slightly up the sides of the glass for a marbled effect that makes people think you spent way longer on this than fifteen minutes.

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