Creamy Vanilla Chia Seed Pudding: Easy Make-Ahead Breakfast
Make this creamy vanilla chia seed pudding using simple ingredients. It is perfect for meal prep, offering a high-fiber, nutritious breakfast or snack that sets up overnight with minimal effort.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Total Time: 4 hours (mostly chilling)
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy like almond milk)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1–2 teaspoons maple syrup or sweetener of choice (optional)
Instructions
- In a jar or container, combine the chia seeds, milk, vanilla extract, and sweetener if you are using one.
- Stir the mixture well for about one minute to prevent the chia seeds from clumping at the bottom.
- Let the mixture sit on the counter for 5 minutes, then stir again thoroughly. This second stir helps achieve a smooth, creamy texture.
- Cover the container and place it in the refrigerator to chill for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
- When ready to eat, stir the pudding. If it is too thick, add a splash more milk until you reach your desired consistency.
- Top with fresh fruit, nuts, or granola before serving.
Notes
- For a high-protein chia seed pudding, substitute half of the milk with plain Greek yogurt.
- If you prefer a smoother texture, blend all ingredients in a blender before chilling.
- This recipe is naturally gluten-free and vegan if you use plant-based milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 100
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Unsaturated Fat: 11
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 15
- Protein: 8
- Cholesterol: 0
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