This creamy, maple-infused chia seed pudding is a naturally vegan breakfast recipe made with just five simple pantry ingredients. Allowing the chia seeds to soak overnight turns them into a tapioca-like pudding dream.
One of my biggest time-saving tips for healthy eating is to meal prep on Sunday so that I have healthy foods I can grab and go all week long. Chia seed pudding was inspired by my kids who fell in love with it during our visit to Toronto many years ago. The best part? They take just 5 minutes to assemble and are ideal for making ahead of time. Naturally vegan and gluten-free, it makes the perfect made-ahead breakfast.
Ingredients
- Coconut milk: My milk of choice for chia seed pudding is coconut milk, but you can use almond milk, or any type of milk really!
- Chia seeds: A great source of omega-3 fatty acids and protein, chia seeds absorb the liquid to form a pudding-consistency.
- Pure maple syrup: Naturally sweetens the pudding without using processes sugars. You could also use honey!
- Vanilla: Vanilla extract enhances the flavor and sweetness.
- Salt: Just a pinch to balance the sweetness and flavors.
How to Make Chia Seed Pudding
The simplicity of this chia seed pudding is amazing! Just whisk all ingredients together and keep in either a large bowl, or 4 individual mason jars. Then store in the fridge covered and let set overnight.
In the morning, top with fresh strawberries and blueberries, serve, and enjoy your chia seed pudding!
Shake Things Up
- Throw in some mix-ins. While I kept this recipe simple, you can try adding in chocolate chips, peanut butter, raisins, or whatever you like!
- Use different fruit. While I recommend only adding fresh fruit when ready to eat the pudding, instead of berries you could also try bananas or peaches.
Frequently Asked Questions
It’s like I always say, moderation is everything! Chia seeds are packed with nutrients, and chia seed pudding is a great option for an easy breakfast. But it shouldn’t be all you eat!
Being high in fiber, protein, and omega-3’s, chia seeds can definitely aid you in reaching weight loss goals.
Kept in the fridge in an airtight container, the pudding will last you up to a week. Longer if stored in the freezer!
More Breakfast Recipes
- Pumpkin Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies
- Apple Banana Nut Oatmeal
- Easy Breakfast Frittata
- No Bake Chocolate Chia Energy Bites
- Apple Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
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With busy kids leaving the house at different times, this chia seed pudding is a game changer to our mornings. Hopefully it helps you, too!
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Instructions
- Whisk together all ingredients in one medium bowl or four small mason jars. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Serve in the morning with fresh fruit.
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