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Dubai Chocolate Chia Pudding

If you're obsessed with the viral Dubai chocolate trend, you're going to love this Dubai Chocolate Chia Pudding. Also because it's cost efficient. This version is a high-protein breakfast, snack, or healthy dessert. Layers of naturally sweet chia pudding, a chewy pistachio-date kataifi filling, and dark chocolate come together for an indulgent treat that's surprisingly wholesome.

Each serving packs around 23g of plant-based protein, making it a satisfying option to keep you full throughout the morning or curb an afternoon sweet craving. The chia pudding is naturally rich in fiber and omega-3s, while the pistachios, tahini, and dates create the signature nutty, caramel-like filling inspired by the viral dessert. The crispy toasted kataifi adds the perfect crunch, making every bite taste just like the original.

This recipe is incredibly meal-prep friendly, and you know I'm all about the meal-preps. Prepare a couple of jars ahead of time and let them chill overnight for a grab-and-go breakfast or snack that's ready whenever you are. With minimal hands-on prep and no baking required, it's an easy way to enjoy a decadent dessert-inspired recipe while still hitting your nutrition goals.

Whether you're looking for a healthy twist on the Dubai chocolate craze, an easy high-protein breakfast, or a make-ahead snack that feels like dessert, these Dubai Chocolate Chia Pudding jars are guaranteed to become a new favorite.

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Time
Prep Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 5 mins Total Time: 2 hrs 25 mins
Servings 2
Description


~x2 jars
~23g protein per serving

Ingredients
    Chia Pudding Base
  • 1/2 Cup Chia Seeds
  • 1 Cup Plant-Based Milk
  • 3 Tbsp Maple Syrup
  • 1/2 Tsp Vanilla Extract
  • Pinch of Salt
    • Chocolate Layer
  • 1/2 Cup Dark Chocolate Chips (Dairy-free)
  • 1/4 Cup Plant-Based Milk
  • 1 Tsp Coconut Oil
    • Date Pistachio Kataifi Filling
  • 1/2 Cup Soft Medjool Dates (Pitted)
  • 1/4 Cup Pistachios
  • 4 Tbsp Tahini (More if you want creamier)
  • 4 Tbsp Warm Water
  • Pinch of Salt
  • 1 Cup Shredded Toasted Kataifi
Instructions
  1. Chia Pudding Base

    Whisk all ingredients.
    Rest 5 min, stir again.
    Chill 2–4 hrs or overnight.

  2. Chocolate Layer

    Melt chocolate (add 1 tbsp maple syrup if non sweet) + milk + coconut oil until smooth.

  3. Pistachio Kataifi Filling

    Blend dates, pistachios, tahini, water, salt until thick.
    Fold in toasted kataifi (don’t blend).

  4. Assemble

    Layer: chia then pistachio kataifi filling then chocolate.
    Garnish crushed pistachios.
    Chill 10–15 min.

Read it online: https://itsromab.com/recipe/dubai-chocolate-chia-pudding/

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Your foodie friend,

Roma B @itsromab