Chocolate S’mores Chia Pudding

This Chocolate S’mores Chia Pudding is a fun, no-bake twist on the classic summer treat—made dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan! Layers of rich cacao chia pudding, gooey marshmallow fluff, creamy chocolate ganache, and crunchy graham crackers, it’s a nostalgic layered dessert that’s perfect for summer!

There’s nothing quite like the nostalgic magic of a good vegan s’mores dessert! You get that s’mores melty chocolate, gooey marshmallow, and crunchy graham crackers in a deliciousness, healthier, dairy-free, gluten-free, plant-based treat! This healthy-ish no-bake dessert is here to satisfy your summer dessert cravings without the campfire 🔥.

Chocolate S’mores Chia Pudding is made with creamy oat milk, rich cacao powder, organic chia seeds, naturally sweetened with maple syrup. Then this oat milk chocolate chia pudding is layered with velvety dairy-free chocolate ganache, gluten-free graham cracker crumbs, and dreamy vegan marshmallow fluff (affiliate link)– a s’mores chia parfait-style dessert that is a decadent, yet wholesome twist on the classic s’mores flavor combo.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Someone would love this recipe because it combines the nostalgic flavors of a classic s’more with the nourishing benefits of chia pudding—making it both indulgent and good-for-you. Chia seeds are loaded with fiber, omega-3s, and plant-based protein, making this dessert sneakily nutritious.

It’s rich, chocolatey, and creamy, yet entirely plant-based and gluten-free, so it’s perfect for anyone with dietary restrictions or just looking for a healthier dessert. Plus, it’s easy to prep ahead and requires no baking and minimal effort, making it ideal for busy summer days!

Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Chocolate Chia Pudding

Chia seeds. You can use black or white chia seeds for this recipe. You will need 1/4 cup of chia seeds.

Cacao powder. I like to use a quality, unsweetened, rich and flavorful raw cacao powder such as this one. You may also use cocoa powder, just make sure it is unsweetened to keep the sugar content down in this recipe.

Plant milk. I used an unsweetened oat milk for the chia pudding, but most unsweetened plant-based milks will work.

Maple syrup. Due to the cacao powder being unsweetened, it may be a bit bitter if you don’t sweeten it just a little bit, so I chose to use maple syrup for a natural sweetener. You may also use date syrup or agave syrup if you prefer.

Vanilla. For the best flavor and to keep this recipe gluten-free, use a pure vanilla extract and not imitation vanilla.

Salt. Just a pinch of salt to bring out the flavors and sweetness.

For Marshmallow & Graham Cracker Layers

For the marshmallow layer I used a store-bought vegan marshmallow cream and it worked perfectly! It even toasted with my kitchen torch to create the perfect campfire finishing touch on these s’mores pudding cups!

And then of course you have to have graham crackers to complete all the flavors of the beloved s’mores. There are a few different gluten-free, vegan graham crackers out there, I used this brand. I blended the graham crackers in my food processor to create the homemade graham cracker crumbs. You can also just crush them with your hands.

Dairy-Free Chocolate Ganache

Chocolate chips. Because I am using store-bought marshmallow cream and graham crackers and they do contain cane sugar, I opted to use dairy-free, coconut sugar sweetened chocolate chips.

Plant milk. I used an unsweetened oat milk to melt with the chocolate chips to create a creamy, vegan chocolate ganache.

How to Make Chocolate S’mores Chia Pudding

1. Make the Chia Pudding

In a mixing bowl or jar, whisk together the chia seeds, oat milk, maple syrup, cacao powder, vanilla, and a pinch of salt. Stir well to fully incorporate the cacao powder.

Let it sit for 5 minutes, then stir again to prevent clumping. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight until thickened.

2. Make the Ganache

In a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, heat the milk until it starts to bubble. Pour the milk over the chocolate chips and whisk/stir until smooth and glossy. Let it cool before layering. The ganache will thicken as it cools.

3. Assemble the S’mores Cups

In small jars or glasses, layer the chia pudding, a thin layer of chocolate ganache, graham cracker crumbs, and marshmallow fluff. Repeat the layers as desired, ending with chocolate ganache and then place it in the fridge to set up for about 20-30 minutes. Finally, top with a dollop of marshmallow fluff, drizzled ganache and graham cracker crumbs. You can even lightly toast the marshmallow cream with a kitchen torch for that campfire feel!

Tips

Pipe the marshmallow cream. I added the marshmallow cream to a piping bag and piped it into the jars. I found this to be easier than spooning it in the jars because the fluff is very sticky!

Texture matters. If you prefer a smoother pudding consistency, you can blend the chia pudding before chilling it.

Make it ahead. The chocolate chia pudding can be prepped 2-3 days in advance, and the whole jars can be put together a day in advance. Keep them chilled in the refrigerator.

No marshmallow fluff? Try whipped coconut cream or a dollop of vanilla coconut yogurt as an alternative to this marshmallow chia pudding, although I encourage you to try this vegan marshmallow cream, it’s so good! 😋

Recipe Variations

Add extra crunch. Mix in chopped nuts or cacao nibs for extra texture.

Spice it up. Add a pinch of cinnamon or espresso powder to the chia mix for a flavor boost.

Make it breakfast-friendly. Add fruit like bananas or strawberries for a less decadent version you can enjoy in the morning.

This Chocolate S’mores Chia Pudding is a dreamy, campfire-inspired vegan dessert that layers the joy of childhood memories. Whether you’re prepping for a summer gathering or just want a kid-friendly cozy vegan treat you can feel good about, this recipe brings all the gooey, chocolatey campfire vibes—no tent required.

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Ready to dig in? I’d love to see your Chocolate S’mores Chia Seed Pudding creations! Let me know if you give it a try down below in the comments section, as well as giving this dessert recipe a five ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ rating so that others can discover a delicious plant-based summer treat. Don’t forget to tag me on Instagram, Facebook, or Pinterest if you make it!

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