Description
Berry Chia Pudding is a simple, creamy, and nutritious breakfast or snack that combines chia seeds soaked in milk with maple syrup, vanilla, and fresh or frozen mixed berries. This no-cook recipe requires minimal prep time and can be made ahead for a convenient, grab-and-go healthy meal.
Ingredients
Chia Pudding Base
- ¼ cup chia seeds
- 1 cup milk of choice (almond, oat, coconut, soy, or dairy milk)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Berry Mix
- ½ cup mixed berries, fresh or frozen
- 1 tablespoon berry jam or mashed berries (optional)
Toppings (Optional)
- Fresh berries
- 1 tablespoon chopped almonds or granola
Instructions
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a bowl or jar, whisk together the milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract thoroughly to combine all flavors evenly.
- Add Chia Seeds: Stir in the chia seeds and whisk well to prevent them from clumping together, ensuring an even distribution throughout the liquid.
- Initial Rest: Let the mixture sit undisturbed for 5 minutes to allow the chia seeds to start absorbing the liquid; then whisk again to break up any lumps formed.
- Refrigerate: Cover the bowl or jar and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight to allow the pudding to thicken to a creamy, pudding-like consistency.
- Prepare the Berries: Mash the mixed berries with a fork to release their juices and swirl them into the chia pudding, or alternatively, layer the mashed berries between pudding layers for a visual effect.
- Add Toppings and Serve: Before serving, top the pudding with fresh berries, chopped almonds, granola, or any other preferred toppings for added texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use almond, oat, coconut, soy, or dairy milk depending on your dietary preference.
- For a thicker pudding texture, increase the chia seeds to ⅓ cup.
- To make a smooth berry-flavored pudding, blend the berries with the milk before adding chia seeds.
- Add a spoonful of Greek yogurt for extra protein and creaminess.
- Store the pudding covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days for freshness and convenience.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack, Dessert, Meal Prep
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
