Easy Chocolate Chia Pudding with Strawberries and Coconut Yogurt

This chocolate chia pudding is the kind of dessert that quietly steals the show. Rich cacao, creamy coconut yogurt, and date syrup create a deep, chocolate-forward base that pairs beautifully with fresh strawberries and a satisfying crunch. 

It’s indulgent without being heavy, elegant without being fussy, and perfect for when you want dessert to feel intentional without a lot of effort. Served in layered glasses and finished with toasted almonds, coconut, and date-sweetened chocolate, it adds just the right amount of polish to a casual dinner or relaxed gathering.

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Ingredients

3 cups unsweetened, unflavored coconut yogurt, divided
1/2 cup canned coconut milk
5 tablespoons date syrup, divided
1 teaspoon vanilla powder
1/4 cup cacao powder
1/2 cup chia seeds

2 cups strawberries
1/2 cup date-sweetened chocolate chips (I like Just Date brand)
1/2 cup shaved coconut
1/2 cup toasted almonds, chopped

Instructions

1. Add 2 cups of the coconut yogurt, coconut milk, 2 tablespoons of the date syrup, vanilla powder, and cacao powder to a food processor fitted with the S-blade.
2. Pulse to combine, then run the processor continuously for a full 2 minutes until completely smooth and glossy.
3. Transfer the mixture to a bowl. Add the chia seeds and stir thoroughly until well combined.
4. Cover and refrigerate overnight to allow the chia pudding to fully set.
5. In a dry frying pan over medium heat, add almonds and toast to desired doneness (stirring consistently).
6. Wash and slice the strawberries.
7. Add 1 cup of the strawberries to the food processor along with the remaining 1 cup coconut yogurt and remaining 3 tablespoons date syrup. Blend until smooth and creamy.

Assembly

1. Place a few sliced strawberries in the bottom of a glass or dessert cup.
2. Add a layer of chocolate chia pudding.
3. Spoon over a layer of strawberry yogurt.
4. Repeat the layers once more.
5. Finish with date sweetened chocolate chips (I like Just Date brand), shaved coconut, and chopped toasted almonds, date-sweetened chocolate chips, and a sliced or whole strawberry on top.

Keep cold in the fridge till you serve it, then serve chilled.

Bon Appetit!