PEPPERMINT MOCHA CHIA PUDDING
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This festive Peppermint Mocha Espresso Chia Pudding is chocolatey, minty, and gut-friendly — a make-ahead breakfast that tastes like dessert!
If you’ve ever wished your morning mocha could double as breakfast and dessert — good news, it can. This Peppermint Mocha Espresso Chia Pudding hits all the cozy holiday notes with chocolate, espresso, and a hint of peppermint that’ll wake you up and make your gut happy.
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Why You’ll Love This Peppermint Mocha Chia Pudding
It’s like your favorite coffee shop drink met a healthy breakfast and they decided to have a holiday fling. Creamy, chocolatey, and perfectly minty — but without the sugar crash.
You’ll love how easy it is to prep, how festive it tastes, and how your gut feels afterward. Plus, it’s high in fiber, full of omega-3s, and totally meal-prep friendly.
Why You’ll Keep Coming Back to This Recipe
How to Customize It
Make it extra chocolatey: Stir in a few mini dark chocolate chips before chilling.
Go dairy-free: Use coconut milk for a richer texture and a hint of tropical creaminess.
Add protein: Mix in a scoop of collagen or chocolate protein powder for staying power.
Turn it into dessert: Layer it with coconut whipped cream and crushed candy cane for a holiday parfait moment.
Recipe Breakdown
This recipe has everything you want — flavor, fiber, and caffeine.
The chia seeds thicken the almond milk into a pudding-like texture while the espresso powder and cocoa bring that bold mocha flavor. Peppermint extract ties it all together for that festive, refreshing finish.
If you don’t have them already, I highly recommend grabbing some mason jars with lids. This recipe make two servings which fits perfectly into a 16 oz mason jar, but I really like to split this recipe into two 10 oz mason jars with lids, perfect for grabbing on the go. They even come with a spoon!
Why This Recipe Is Gut-Friendly
Chia seeds deliver a gentle fiber boost that supports digestion and helps keep things moving (you know what I mean). The peppermint soothes bloating and cramping, while cacao is packed with antioxidants that support gut lining health.
It’s a treat your digestive system will actually thank you for.
Peppermint Mocha Chia Pudding
Course: Breakfast, Snacks, DessertDifficulty: Easy2
servings15
minutes2
hours15
minutesThis festive Peppermint Mocha Espresso Chia Pudding is chocolatey, minty, and gut-friendly — a make-ahead breakfast that tastes like dessert!
Ingredients
1 cup high protein lactose-free milk or almond milk
3 tbsp chia seeds
1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa or cacao powder
1 tsp espresso powder
1/4 tsp vanilla extract
1-2 drops peppermint extract (be careful here, less is more)
2 tbsp maple syrup (add or remove 1/2 tbsp to your preference)
1 tbsp Greek yogurt (plain)
Pinch of sea salt
Topping Ideas: saved dark chocolate, mini chocolate chips, crushed candy cane, and/or whipped cream
Instructions
- Whisk milk, cocoa, espresso powder, vanilla, peppermint, maple syrup, yogurt, and salt until smooth
- Stir in chia seeds and mix well (or blend for 10-20 seconds for a creamier texture)
- Let sit 10 minutes, stir again, then refrigerate 2+ hours or overnight
- Before servings, stir again, taste, and adjust sweetness, if needed. Add toppings, enjoy!
Notes
- Tips for Success
Use a real whisk for the first mix — chia seeds love to clump.
Taste before chilling and adjust sweetness or mint strength.
For a thicker pudding, use 4 tbsp chia seeds instead of 3.
Serve in mini jars with crushed candy cane for a cute holiday breakfast board. - Storage Tips
Store covered in the fridge for up to 5 days. The flavor deepens as it sits — so yeah, it’s even better the next day.
This Peppermint Mocha Espresso Chia Pudding is your permission slip to have chocolate for breakfast — no judgment, just fiber. If you make it, tag me @PainInTheGutOnline so I can see your festive twist!
If you liked this Peppermint Mocha Chia Pudding, be sure to check out my Eggnog Chia Pudding and Gingerbread Chia Pudding Recipe too. Plus, you’ll love my other Holiday Chia Pudding Recipes, including my viral High Protein Pumpkin Chia Pudding Recipe!
