This is my classic and standard recipe for making a delicious chia seed pudding. It’s a super simple and adaptable recipe. The thick and creamy texture of chia seed pudding also makes it perfect for layering ingredients into a parfait using your favorite granola, yogurt, and fruit.

Have some chia seeds and don’t know how to use them? Chia pudding is one of the best ways to use them, as you’re getting a delicious treat that you can vary in countless ways.

Chia pudding is an incredibly healthy breakfast, dessert, or snack with endless possibilities to vary this dish and make it much more interesting.

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INGREDIENTS FOR CHIA PUDDING

There are just two main ingredients – chia seeds and milk, not counting honey, as it’s optional! When it firms up in the fridge, it has a pudding-like texture and amazing flavor, with endless topping possibilities. Chia seed pudding is a healthy way to start your day!

Milk – Use the milk of your choice. I like almond milk or coconut milk.
Chia seeds – Use fresh chia seeds.
Honey – You can use another sweetener of your choice or leave it out and use your toppings as a sweetener.
Toppings – Fresh fruit, dried fruit, yogurt, or chocolate chip.

Chia seed pudding with yogurt and fruits

HOW TO MAKE CHIA SEED PUDDING

Making this chia seed pudding is very easy, but there are some points to keep in mind.

In a bowl, jar, or glass, add milk and chia seed. Mix well with a fork until all the chia seeds are incorporated into the milk. (Using a fork to mix the chia with milk helps separate the seeds). At this point, the consistency will be still liquid but you shouldn’t see any clumps of chia seed.
Let the chia seed pudding stand for about 5-10 minutes, so it can start to gel, then add honey and stir again. Give it a last check if there are no clumps, and don’t refrigerate until the chia seed pudding is free of clumps.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to 7 days. During refrigeration, the chia seeds will have absorbed all the milk and sweetener, making a nice and creamy pudding.
When ready to serve, add toppings of your choice and enjoy!

TIPS

Proportion is very important to make a perfect chia seed pudding. There are different recommendations for the best chia seed pudding ratio out there, but in my opinion, the ratio that works best is 2 tablespoons of chia seeds to ½ cup of milk. You can play around with the measurements to find the consistency you like best.
After chia pudding sets, it does not thicken too much as it sits, but if the pudding is too thick, you can loosen it up before serving by adding a little more milk.
The chia seed pudding is also something you can play around with. You can easily add powerful ingredients, like matcha powder or spirulina, a dash of cinnamon, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, coconut flakes, nuts butter, orange zest, or fresh fruit. Each variation offers its own interesting benefits.
To make the chia seed pudding smoother and creamier, you can blend it in a Vitamix before serving.

IS CHIA PUDDING HEALTHY

Yes, chia pudding is healthy! Chia seeds contain antioxidants, minerals, fiber, and omega-3 fatty acids. These nutrients play a role in supporting multiple body functions and systems. Check this article out for 7 Proven Health Benefits of Chia Seeds.

I like to tick off three things when it comes to a healthy breakfast or snack, and chia pudding much all of them:

High in fiber – Good for blood sugar control, cholesterol levels, and gut health.
Rich in protein – Great for muscle reconstruction after physical activity.
Contains healthy fats – Good for helping you feel full for longer.

So that said, chia pudding makes an excellent addition to a healthy and balanced diet!

CAN I MEAL PREP CHIA PUDDING

Chia pudding is a perfect meal-prep option because it will stay fresh in the fridge for 5-7 days! You can make a batch and then store it in a mason jar or air-tight container in the fridge for a quick breakfast or a snack.