Description

This creamy and nutritious Chia Seed Pudding is a simple, make-ahead breakfast or snack option that combines the richness of almond milk with the health benefits of chia seeds. Sweetened lightly with maple syrup and spiced with cinnamon, it’s a versatile dish topped with fresh berries, nuts, and coconut flakes for added texture and flavor.

Ingredients

Scale

Pudding Base

½ cup unsweetened almond milk
2 tablespoons chia seeds
½ teaspoon maple syrup
⅛ teaspoon cinnamon

Toppings

Tart cherries (to taste)
Blueberries (to taste)
Chopped nuts or granola (to taste)
Coconut flakes (to taste)
Additional maple syrup (optional, for drizzling)

Instructions

Combine Ingredients: In a lidded jar, add the almond milk, chia seeds, maple syrup, and cinnamon. Cover the jar and shake vigorously to mix all ingredients thoroughly, ensuring chia seeds are evenly distributed.
Initial Chill & Stir: Place the jar in the refrigerator for a few hours. After this, open the jar and stir well to break up any clumps that may have formed, creating a smoother pudding texture.
Final Set: Return the jar to the refrigerator and chill for at least 8 hours or overnight. This allows the chia seeds to absorb the liquid fully and the pudding to set to a creamy consistency.
Serve & Garnish: When ready to serve, top the pudding with tart cherries, blueberries, chopped nuts or granola, coconut flakes, and an extra drizzle of maple syrup if desired for additional sweetness and texture.

Notes

For a thicker pudding, use slightly less almond milk or increase chia seeds by 1 teaspoon.
Maple syrup can be substituted with honey or agave nectar according to preference.
Letting the pudding rest overnight in the refrigerator ensures optimal texture.
This recipe is naturally vegan, gluten-free, and low in calories.
Use fresh or frozen fruit for toppings depending on season and availability.
Shake or stir the pudding occasionally during the initial chilling period to prevent clumping.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours
Category: Breakfast
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Keywords: chia seed pudding, healthy breakfast, vegan pudding, almond milk pudding, make-ahead breakfast, gluten-free snack