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Here at Delish, we love recipes that let us take it easy—chia pudding is a prime example. Chia seeds might sound intimidating, but in reality, they couldn't be easier to whip up into a delicious, customizable breakfast. Not only do chia seeds pack in the health benefits, but once mixed with milk and refrigerated, they turn into the most delicious, creamy pudding that only requires 5 minutes of prep time. Your fridge does all the work for you: Take it out in the morning, add your favorite toppings, and enjoy it as a healthy breakfast, an energizing snack, or a refreshing summer treat. Read on for how to make it the best it can be:
How to make chia pudding:
It couldn’t be easier: Simply add liquid to your chia seeds, give it a good stir, and let time do the rest. In just a couple of hours, your seeds will be transformed into creamy, smooth pudding. One of our favorite things about chia pudding? It can sit in the fridge overnight, so you can wake up to a grab-and-go breakfast—no work in the morning required.
Tip: If your chia and milk mixture didn’t thicken up, try letting it refrigerate for longer. This pudding benefits from a long time in the fridge—don’t rush a good thing!
Topping ideas:
We like ours topped with fresh fruit—juicy berries, sweet bananas, or fragrant pears work great—and crunchy granola, but feel free to go crazy with your favorite toppings. Dried fruit, yogurt, nut butters, and homemade jams are all equally delicious mix-ins.
Chia pudding variations:
If you're looking to keep your chia pudding completely vegan, stick with oat, coconut, soy, or any variety of nut milk. Instead of honey, be sure to use maple syrup or agave as your sweetener. The vanilla is totally optional, but if you want to make this pudding taste like it walked out of a shop with a $12 price tag, this is the secret ingredient—just a dash will do!
Made it? Let us know how it went in the comment section below!
- Yields:
- 2 serving(s)
- Prep Time:
- 5 mins
- Total Time:
- 2 hrs 5 mins
- Cal/Serv:
- 189
Ingredients
- 1 c.
almond milk or milk of your choice
- 1/4 c.
chia seeds
- 1 tbsp.
pure maple syrup, honey, or agave nectar
- 1 tsp.
pure vanilla extract (optional)
Pinch of kosher salt
Sliced fruit, granola, jam, and/or nuts, for serving
- Nutrition Information
- Per Serving (Serves 2)
- Calories189 Fat9 gSaturated fat1 gTrans fat0 gCholesterol0 mgSodium160 mgCarbohydrates14 gFiber10 gSugar12 gProtein5 gVitamin D0 mcgCalcium404 mgIron2 mgPotassium381 mg
- Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.Powered by
Directions
- Step 1In a medium bowl, whisk milk, chia seeds, maple syrup, vanilla (if using), and salt.
- Step 2Cover and refrigerate until thickened, at least 2 hours or up to overnight.
- Step 3Serve with mix-ins and toppings of your choice.