Description

A simple and nutritious chia seed pudding recipe that requires minimal ingredients and preparation. This pudding is made by combining chia seeds with milk, sweetening it with maple syrup, and letting it thicken in the fridge. Perfect for a healthy breakfast or snack, it’s versatile and can be customized with your favorite toppings.

Ingredients

Scale

Chia Seed Pudding Ingredients

1 cup milk (or milk alternative, such as 2% milk)
¼ cup chia seeds (measured level)
2 tbsp maple syrup (or preferred sweetener)
½ tsp vanilla extract
Dash of sea salt (1/8 tsp or less, optional)

Instructions

Combine Ingredients: Pour the milk, chia seeds, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and optional sea salt into a jar with a well-fitted lid (minimum 16-ounce volume).
Shake the Jar: Seal the jar tightly and shake vigorously for about 1 minute to ensure the chia seeds are evenly suspended in the liquid and prevent clumping.
Refrigerate and Agitate: Place the sealed jar in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or overnight. For best results, shake the jar every 20 minutes during the first hour to avoid the seeds floating and forming clumps.
Serve and Customize: Once thickened, serve the chia pudding with additional sweetener if desired, and add toppings such as fresh fruit, shaved chocolate, or coconut for extra flavor and texture.

Notes

Shaking the pudding periodically during the first hour is key to preventing clumps and ensuring an even texture.
You can substitute the milk with any plant-based milk alternatives like almond milk, soy milk, or oat milk.
Sweeteners other than maple syrup, such as honey or agave syrup, can be used according to your taste preferences.
Letting the pudding sit overnight enhances the thickness and flavor.
This is naturally gluten-free and vegetarian.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: International

Keywords: chia seed pudding, healthy breakfast, easy chia pudding, no-cook pudding, vegan option, gluten-free pudding, make-ahead breakfast