Looking for a nutritious snack or breakfast option that is simple to prepare? Chia pudding is one of the simplest dishes to prepare; you can create these homemade variations for less than $3.
These chia pudding recipes use healthful, basic ingredients. Amazing tastes may be made with simple ingredients. Similar to our overnight oat dishes, they are strong in fiber, healthy fats, and make an excellent superfood breakfast!

The varieties listed below include chocolate chia pudding (for the sweet craving), vanilla, peanut butter and jelly, blueberry, strawberries and cream, and banana split.
If you haven’t tried chia seeds before, you may be shocked… When added to a liquid, they absorb 10 times their weight in water and form a gel coating. This creates a “thick and creamy” texture that goes nicely with Greek yogurt and coconut cream.
What does chia pudding taste like?
Chia pudding has a gel texture and a hint of crunch. It doesn’t have a flavor, but it does have a distinctive texture.
Chia pudding is not for everyone. It has a creamy, gel-like texture that you either love or dislike. If this is your first time tasting it, I suggest beginning with one serving and seeing what you think.
I prefer to add various toppings to mine, such as Greek yogurt or coconut cream. Adding fresh fruit, nuts, and seeds may also assist to alter the texture. Some individuals like chia pudding on top of their breakfast. This healthful treat may be enjoyed in a number of ways that work for you.

Recipe Ingredients:

CHIA SEEDS: Black chia seeds are less expensive than white chia seeds, but you may use either.
MILK: You may use any sort of milk, including ordinary dairy milk and non-dairy milk such unsweetened almond milk, coconut milk, cashew milk, soy milk, oat milk, or hemp milk.
SWEETENER: Make your chia pudding with your preferred sweetener, such as genuine maple syrup, honey, stevia, or monk fruit sweetener. I like to use maple syrup.
VANILLA: Vanilla extract is optional but gives a pleasant taste.
COCOA POWDER: Look for unsweetened cacao powder. This is ideal for chocolate chia pudding.
NUT OR SEED BUTTER: You may use almond butter, peanut butter, cashew butter, or a seed butter such as Sunbutter.
FRUIT: Pureed or mashed fruit may be added directly to the chia pudding. The following recipes call for pureed strawberries and blueberries (prepared in a blender) and mashed banana.

Topping ideas

Toppings are an excellent method to enhance the taste and texture of chia pudding dishes. Feel free to experiment with your favorite toppings, but here are some suggestions to get you started:

FRUIT: Fresh fruit such as berries (strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, or blueberries), sliced grapes, banana, oranges, mango, and kiwi are delicious on top of chia pudding.
GREEK YOGURT: A spoonful of plain Greek yogurt provides additional protein.
COCONUT CREAM: This is one of my favorite healthy dessert toppings. It’s rich, creamy, and delightful.
COCONUT: Shredded coconut or coconut flakes are a rich dose of fiber. When mixed with various toppings such as fresh fruit or chocolate chips, it adds a fantastic texture.
CHOCOLATE CHIPS: For a healthy alternative, use 70% dark chocolate chips sweetened with stevia. Consider using cacao nibs as a sugar-free alternative.
NUTS: For added crunch, add your favorite nuts, such as almonds, walnuts, and peanuts.
SEEDS: Hemp seeds, sunflower seeds, and pumpkin seeds are all fantastic to add on top.
PROTEIN POWDER: an excellent approach to supplement protein.

Best Containers to Use

MASON JARS: The simplest and least costly method to keep chia puddings.
YOGURT PARFAIT CONTAINER: If you’re bringing them to work or school, you may want to use plastic containers. These BPA-free parfait bowls will keep the toppings separate from the chia pudding until ready to consume. This keeps them fresh for longer.
WECK JARS: These glass containers, an advance from typical mason jars, are both elegant and reusable for a range of recipes.

How to make chia pudding.

1. In a medium bowl, combine milk, 2 tablespoons chia seeds, sweetener, and vanilla. Follow the complete recipe instructions below.
2. Stir together and cover with a lid.
3. Chill in the refrigerator for at least three hours, ideally overnight.
4. Add fresh toppings before serving and enjoy!

Recipe Tips

Prepare the chia pudding the night before. Chia puddings are really simple to make. However, you should allow the chia seeds time to thoroughly absorb the milk. I find that soaking them overnight produces the finest results.
Meal prep on Sundays. Make a large batch of chia pudding on Sunday night and divide it among 6 ounce mason jars. It’s a simple approach to consume nutritious breakfasts and snacks throughout the week.
A little goes a long way. There’s no need to eat a lot of chia pudding; a tiny portion can satisfy you! Chia seeds are rich in nutritious fiber, which aids digestion and keeps you feeling fuller for longer.
Maximum freshness. If you prepare chia pudding ahead of time, save the fresh toppings for the day you want to consume it. This prevents you from eating mushy fruit, which isn’t much fun.
Customize to your Tastes. Once you’ve tried a few chia pudding recipes and discovered what you enjoy, start experimenting with new combinations. You may vary the fruits, nuts, and seeds, and don’t be afraid to substitute any components you don’t like.

Chia Pudding FAQs

How Do You Eat Chia Pudding?
It’s really easy to eat. Take a spoon and mix it, then take a mouthful. Chia pudding is often eaten cold, so store it in the refrigerator until ready to eat. If you’re going to work or school, it’s good to keep it at room temperature for a few hours.

How Many Calories Are In Chia Pudding?
The calories will vary based on the taste and the products used. For comparison, a standard vanilla chia pudding without toppings has __ calories.

My Chia Pudding Is Runny; How Can I Thicken It?
Several factors may contribute to runny chia pudding…One major flaw is failing to soak chia seeds for adequate time. Chia pudding should be chilled in the refrigerator for at least three hours before consuming. Chia seeds are natural thickeners; when added to a liquid, they begin to create an outer layer. The longer they sit, however, the thicker the pudding will get. So it’s better to cook your chia pudding in the evening and then refrigerate it overnight.

Note: After testing with several tastes, I discovered that vanilla or other fruit-based mixture thickens wonderfully. The addition of cocoa and nut butter made the chocolate and PB&J significantly runnier. They still taste fantastic, however! It doesn’t bother me, but if it does, try making the vanilla version and then adding toppings for taste.

How Long Do Chia Puddings Last in the Refrigerator?
These may be kept in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to a week. If you’re meal preparing a big batch of chia pudding, I suggest storing the toppings until the day you’re ready to serve to ensure freshness.