Chia seed pudding is a nutritious and delicious treat that’s perfect for breakfast, a snack, or even dessert. This simple chia seed pudding recipe will guide you through making a creamy, customizable pudding using chia seeds, milk, and your favorite flavors. It’s a great way to incorporate healthy ingredients into your diet.
Easy Chia Seed Pudding Recipe
Chia seed pudding is a no-cook, make-ahead dish that transforms chia seeds into a pudding-like texture when mixed with liquid. This recipe offers a basic vanilla chia seed pudding that can be customized with various toppings such as fresh fruit, nuts, or honey. It's a versatile and healthy option for a quick and satisfying meal.
Equipment
- mixing bowl
- whisk
- airtight container
- plastic wrap
Ingredients
- chia seeds
- milk
- honey
- vanilla extract
- toppings
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chia seeds and milk of your choice. Stir well to ensure the chia seeds are evenly distributed in the liquid.
- If desired, add honey or maple syrup for sweetness and vanilla extract for extra flavor. Adjust the sweetener to your taste preferences.
- Whisk the mixture thoroughly to prevent clumps of chia seeds from forming.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate it for at least 3 hours or overnight. During this time, the chia seeds will absorb the liquid and thicken to create a pudding-like consistency. You can also give it a stir or shake the container after the first hour to ensure even distribution.
- Once the chia seed pudding has reached your desired consistency, remove it from the fridge.Divide the pudding into serving jars or bowls.
- Top the pudding with your favorite toppings, such as fresh berries, sliced bananas, chopped nuts, or shredded coconut.
- Serve the chia seed pudding immediately as a nutritious and satisfying breakfast, snack, or dessert.
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Notes
- Chia seed pudding can be prepared with various types of milk, including almond milk, coconut milk, or dairy milk.
- Adjust the sweetness to your preference by adding more or less honey or sweetener.
- Chia seed pudding is best when allowed to sit in the fridge for a few hours or overnight to thicken.
Nutrition
Serving: 500g
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