🍫🔥 S’mores Chia Pudding
S’mores Chia Pudding is a creamy, chocolatey, no-bake dessert inspired by the classic campfire treat. It combines rich chocolate chia pudding with graham cracker crumbs, fluffy marshmallow topping, and a hint of vanilla for a healthier twist on traditional s’mores.
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Prep Time
- Prep: 10 minutes
- Chill: 3–4 hours (or overnight)
- Total: About 4 hours
Servings
4 pudding cups
Ingredients
Chocolate Chia Pudding
- ½ cup chia seeds
- 2 cups milk (dairy, almond, oat, or coconut milk)
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2–3 tablespoons maple syrup, honey, or sweetener
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
S’mores Layers
- ½ cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cup mini marshmallows (or marshmallow fluff)
- ÂĽ cup dark chocolate chips or chocolate chunks
Optional Toppings
- Whipped cream
- Toasted marshmallows
- Chocolate drizzle
- Extra graham cracker crumbs
- Shaved chocolate
Instructions
1. Make the Chocolate Chia Pudding
- In a bowl, whisk together milk, cocoa powder, sweetener, vanilla, and salt.
- Stir in chia seeds.
- Let sit for 10 minutes, then stir again to prevent clumping.
- Cover and refrigerate for 3–4 hours or overnight until thick and creamy.
2. Assemble the S’mores Cups
- Add a layer of graham cracker crumbs to each jar.
- Spoon in chocolate chia pudding.
- Add marshmallows or marshmallow fluff.
- Repeat layers if desired.
- Top with chocolate chips and extra crumbs.
3. Finish
For a true s’mores flavor:
- Toast marshmallows lightly with a kitchen torch, or
- Broil briefly until golden (if using heat-safe containers).
Variations
💪 Protein S’mores Chia Pudding
Add:
- 1 scoop chocolate protein powder
- Extra splash of milk
🥜 Peanut Butter S’mores
Add:
- Peanut butter swirl
- Chopped peanuts
🍌 Banana S’mores
Layer with:
- Sliced banana
- Chocolate chips
🌱 Vegan S’mores Chia Pudding
Use:
- Plant-based milk
- Vegan chocolate
- Vegan marshmallows
Approximate Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: 300–380
- Protein: 8–12 g
- Carbohydrates: 35–45 g
- Fat: 14–18 g
- Fiber: 10–12 g
Nutrition values vary depending on toppings and sweeteners.
Tips for the Best S’mores Chia Pudding
- Blend the chia pudding mixture for a smoother, mousse-like texture.
- Let it chill overnight for the creamiest consistency.
- Add graham crumbs just before serving to keep them crunchy.
- A little toasted marshmallow topping gives the most authentic campfire flavor. 🍫🔥🥄