Simple Vanilla Chia Seed Pudding: The Creamy Make-Ahead Breakfast
Learn how to make creamy vanilla chia seed pudding using just four simple ingredients. This recipe is perfect for beginner cooks, works well for meal prep, and sets up perfectly overnight.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Total Time: 4 hr 5 min
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No Bake/Refrigeration
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1 cup milk (dairy or unsweetened almond milk recommended for dairy free)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or preferred liquid sweetener
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine the chia seeds, milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract in a jar or container with a lid.
- Stir the mixture well for about one minute to prevent the seeds from clumping at the bottom.
- Let the mixture sit on the counter for 5 minutes, then stir again thoroughly. This second stir is key for a creamy texture.
- Cover the container and place it in the refrigerator to set for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
- When ready to eat, stir the pudding to check the consistency. If it is too thick, add a splash more milk until you reach your desired creamy texture.
- Serve cold with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- For a high protein chia pudding, substitute half of the milk with plain Greek yogurt before mixing.
- To make this a chocolate chia pudding, add 1 to 2 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder with the dry ingredients.
- This recipe is naturally gluten free and dairy free when using plant-based milk.
- Chia pudding stores well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, making it an excellent meal prep breakfast idea.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Unsaturated Fat: 11
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 18
- Protein: 8
- Cholesterol: 0