Description
Learn how to make delicious chia pudding with six different flavors to enjoy a healthy and customizable breakfast or snack.
Ingredients
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Base Recipe
- 2 Tbsp chia seeds
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 2 tsp maple syrup (or honey)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional for most, required in vanilla flavor)
Flavor Add-Ins
- Vanilla: Use base recipe as-is
- Chocolate: + 1 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- Peanut Butter & Jelly: + 1 Tbsp natural peanut butter, 2 Tbsp strawberry jam
- Blueberry: Blend 1/2 cup blueberries with the milk
- Strawberries & Cream: Layer 1/2 cup blended strawberries with 1/4 cup milk + 1 tsp chia, then top with 1/2 cup milk + 2 Tbsp chia
- Banana Split: Mash 1/2 banana into base recipe
Instructions
- Add ingredients: Combine milk, chia seeds, sweetener, and any add-ins in a mason jar or bowl.
- Stir or shake: Mix well or shake with a lid.
- Rest and stir: Let sit for 5 minutes, stir again to break up clumps.
- Refrigerate: Chill for at least 3 hours or overnight until thick.
- Add toppings: Before serving, top with fresh fruit, yogurt, granola, nut butter, or coconut flakes.
Notes
- Chia pudding can be stored in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
- Add toppings the day you plan to eat for best freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approximately 250 kcal
- Sugar: Varies based on add-ins
- Sodium: Varies based on milk choice
- Fat: Varies based on milk choice and add-ins
- Saturated Fat: Varies based on milk choice and add-ins
- Unsaturated Fat: Varies based on milk choice and add-ins
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: Varies based on add-ins
- Fiber: Varies based on add-ins
- Protein: Varies based on add-ins
- Cholesterol: Varies based on add-ins
