Chia Seed Pudding (Printable Version)

A creamy, nutritious pudding made with chia seeds and milk, naturally sweetened and perfect for breakfast.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 1/2 cup chia seeds
02 - 2 cups milk (dairy or plant-based such as almond, coconut, or oat)
03 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
04 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Optional Toppings

05 - 1 cup mixed fresh fruit (e.g., berries, mango, banana)
06 - 2 tablespoons chopped nuts or seeds
07 - 1 tablespoon shredded coconut

# How to Make It:

01 - In a medium bowl or jar, whisk together chia seeds, milk, maple syrup (or honey), and vanilla extract until thoroughly combined.
02 - Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight, stirring once after 30 minutes to prevent clumping.
03 - Stir well to ensure an even pudding texture throughout.
04 - Spoon into bowls or glasses and top with fresh fruit, nuts, and coconut if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It practically makes itself while you sleep, turning ordinary milk and seeds into something that feels secretly indulgent yet nutritious.
  • You can customize it endlessly with whatever fruits, sweeteners, or milk variations you have on hand, making each batch a little adventure.
02 -
  • Skipping that 30-minute re-stir can leave you with clumpy pudding that has dry pockets of seeds.
  • Temperature matters more than you think cold milk straight from the fridge helps the pudding set more evenly than room temperature liquid.
03 -
  • Warm your vanilla extract between your palms for a few seconds before adding it to the mixture the slight warming releases more aromatic compounds for a more pronounced vanilla flavor.
  • For the silkiest texture, blend half the chia seeds into powder before combining with whole seeds, giving you both smooth body and pleasant pop.
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