Chia seeds are basically a fiber delivery system disguised as dessert, the same trick behind our dragon fruit chia pudding. Whisk them with milk and cocoa powder and they thicken up overnight into something rich and pudding-like, no cooking, no fuss. Fresh raspberries on top bring their own fiber and a tart contrast to the chocolate, which means this one tastes indulgent while actually being one of the more gut-friendly things you'll eat all week.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1 cup milk of choice
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 cup fresh raspberries
Instructions
- Whisk chia seeds, milk, cocoa powder, and honey together in a jar.
- Refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight, stirring once after 30 minutes.
- Top with fresh raspberries before serving.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| Calories | 210 |
| Total fat | 9g |
| Total carbohydrates | 27g |
| Dietary fiber | 9g |
| Protein | 7g |
| Sodium | 55mg |
Why This Is Good for Your Gut
Chia seeds are one of the richest plant sources of soluble fiber, which forms a gel in the digestive tract that feeds beneficial bacteria and helps regulate bowel movements. Raspberries add both fiber and polyphenols like ellagic acid, which have been shown to support a favorable balance of gut bacteria.
Dessert for breakfast, fiber for your gut bacteria. Everyone wins, and so does anyone reaching for a coconut chia parfait with mango or coconut yogurt chia parfait with pomegranate instead.
This recipe is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional dietary advice.
