How To Make Chia Pudding

How to make chia seed pudding

Chia pudding is where it’s at if you’re looking for an easy and healthy breakfast idea.

All you really need to do is mix your favorite type of milk, some chia seeds, and your favorite sweetener, wait a few hours and then voila! You’ve got yourself a healthy pudding that tastes amazing (and can also be filling too).

Related: Mango Berry Chia Pudding

This isn’t the type of empty snack that might be on your typical list of breakfast choices. Chia pudding can be surprisingly refreshing and energizing. All you need to do is try it.

It also makes a PERFECT meal prep snack you can keep at home or take to work (hello mason jars).

How to make chia seed pudding

Though you can skip for a full and more detailed recipe below, here’s the quick run down on how you can start making your own chia pudding like an absolute boss.

Ingredients

  • Chia seeds

  • Almond milk

  • Agave nectar or honey

Directions

  • Combine 2 full tablespoons of chia seeds to 1/2 a cup of almond milk
  • Add your agave nectar/ honey and any extra flavoring add ons like cinnamon or vanilla extract
  • Let sit for a few hours or overnight, stir, and then add all your fruit toppings and you’re done!

The general ratio is I like to use is two full tablespoons of chia seed to a half cup of almond milk.

I prefer almond milk since I stopped drinking dairy for health reasons. And I must say I really don’t miss dairy. Almond milk works just fine for all of my ‘milk’ needs.

You can also use cashew milk, oat milk, goats milk…really any type of milk you prefer.

If you think this chia seed to milk ratio doesn’t quite work for you, all you have to do is add another spoonful of chia, mix it in, and let sit for a bit.

Why is chia pudding healthy?

How to make chia seed pudding

Chia seeds are absolutely filled with tons of health benefits. They aren’t considered a super food for nothin’.

Chia seeds as filled with omega-3 fatty acids, lots of Calcium, Protein, Fiber, and even Zinc.

According to Harvard Nutrition Source, “Two tablespoons of chia seeds (1 ounce or 28 grams) contain about 140 calories, 4 grams of protein, 11 grams of fiber, 7 grams of unsaturated fat, 18% RDA for calcium, and trace minerals including zinc and copper. They are the richest plant source of omega-3 fatty acids. Chia seeds are a complete protein, containing all nine essential amino acids that cannot be made by the body.”

Crazy, right?!

Tasty chia seed topping ideas

The fun thing about chia pudding is the amount of toppings you can mix in with it to make it your own.

You don’t just have to stick with chia seeds and milk, you can add extra ingredients that up the ante in terms of healthy ingredients or if you simply want something more flavorful and with more texture.

How to make chia seed pudding

Toasted nuts (almonds, cashews, peanuts, etc)

Coconut shavings

Dried plums

Cherries

Hazelnuts

Figs

Drief fruit mix

Oats

Graham cracker crumbs

Chocolate chips

How to add extra flavor to your chia pudding

For added flavor and a bit of a twist when you make your chia pudding the night before, you can add:

How to make chia seed pudding

Strawberry jam

Protein powder

Peanut butter

Almond butter

Cinnamon powder

Cocoa powder

Matcha powder

Chai spices

Turmeric

Ginger

Green tea

Chocolate syrup

Coconut milk

Greek yogurt

How long does chia pudding last in the fridge?

Chia pudding will last you about a week in the fridge. After that you’re better off making a brand new batch to enjoy.

You can also make some and freeze it if that’s what you prefer. It can last longer in the fridge that way.

Weck jars or mason jars are great chia pudding containers especially if you take your pudding on-the-go.

Weck jars

16 Oz. Mason jars

How to make chia seed pudding

More chia pudding recipes on the blog

I went on a bit of a chia making spree a bit ago and came up with a few quirky chia recipes you can always check out for more inspiration.

Here are a few:

Unicorn Chia Treats

Chia Birthday Cake Parfait

Mango Berry Chia Seed Pudding

How to make chia seed pudding

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