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Whisk together chia seeds and unsweetened cocoa powder in a bowl or jar to ensure even distribution of cocoa flavor.
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Add plant-based milk, natural sweetener, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Stir thoroughly to avoid formation of chia clumps and ensure cocoa powder blends evenly.
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Cover and refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours or overnight to allow chia seeds to absorb liquid and develop pudding consistency.
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After refrigeration, stir the mixture. If pudding is too thick, incorporate additional plant-based milk; if too thin, add extra chia seeds and rest further.
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Serve chilled, optionally garnished with preferred toppings for added flavor and texture.