The chia pudding with sour cherries and chocolate is a delicious no-bake breakfast, inspired by the famous Black Forest cake. It is prepared in a few minutes by mixing plant milk, chia seeds and bitter cocoa, to which syrupy sour cherries, crumbled cookies, and a creamy layer of Greek yogurt are added.
Perfect to serve in a glass or in individual jars, it is ideal both as a rich and satisfying breakfast and as a refreshing spoon dessert for the summer. The intense notes of chocolate blend with the fruity sweetness of the sour cherries and the crunchiness of the cookies, creating a combination that recalls the flavor of the Black Forest, but in a lighter and more modern version.
A simple and scenic idea, to be prepared in advance and kept ready in the fridge to start the day with taste or to end it with a guilt-free dessert.
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Economical
- Rest time: 4 Hours
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 2 servings
- Cooking methods: No-bake
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients for the chia pudding with sour cherries and chocolate:
- 2/3 cup plant milk (we used almond milk)
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon bitter cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 6 granarola and frolla cookies
- 15 syrupy sour cherries (with their syrup)
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (plain)
- to taste chocolate chips or shavings
Tools for the chia pudding with sour cherries and chocolate:
- 1 Bowl glass
- 2 Glasses glass
- 1 Spoon
Steps for preparing the chia pudding with sour cherries and chocolate:
First, prepare the chocolate chia pudding. In a bowl, put the milk, chia seeds, bitter cocoa, and sugar (you can also replace it with honey or sweetener). Stir well, then let it rest for 10 minutes and stir again to prevent the seeds from clumping at the bottom or forming lumps.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight.
The next day, proceed to assemble your dessert. The quantity is for two glasses:
– put two crumbled granarola cookies in each glass
– add the chia pudding (portion for 2 servings)
– add 5 sour cherries and a bit of syrup to each glass
– top with Greek yogurt (half a cup for each glass)
– decorate each glass with the remaining sour cherries and syrup, chocolate chips or shavings, and the remaining crumbled cookies.
Serve immediately.
For a fit version: replace the sugar with a sweetener, use fresh or frozen and then thawed and cooked sour cherries with sweetener, low-fat Greek yogurt, and for a crunchy note, use nuts. Dark chocolate chips or shavings >85%.
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
Can I use other fruit instead of sour cherries?
Yes! Cherries or blackberries are great alternatives. If you prefer a less sweet taste, you can also use fresh or frozen berries.
What type of cookies can I use in the recipe?
Crumbly or shortbread cookies are good: Digestive, whole wheat, or cocoa cookies. Even crumbled ladyfingers work well.
Can I prepare the chia pudding in advance?
Absolutely yes! You can store it in the fridge for 2-3 days, in jars with lids. It’s better to add toppings and cookies just before serving.
Can I substitute Greek yogurt?
Sure, you can use plant-based yogurt for a lactose-free version, or whole plain yogurt if you prefer a more delicate texture.
