Yields: 2 servings
Prep time: 5 minutes (+ chill overnight)
🛒 Base Ingredients:
- 4 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 cup plant-based milk (oat, almond, soy, or coconut)
- 1–2 teaspoons maple syrup or honey (to taste)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
🥄 Directions:
🌙 Overnight Chia Pudding
Mix the Base:
In a jar or bowl, combine chia seeds with your choice of milk (dairy or plant-based). A common ratio is 3 tbsp chia seeds to 1 cup milk.
Sweeten & Flavor:
Stir in a touch of maple syrup or honey and a splash of vanilla extract. Mix well to prevent clumping.
Let It Set:
Cover and refrigerate overnight (or at least 4 hours) until the mixture thickens into a pudding-like texture.
Top & Serve:
In the morning, give it a stir and add toppings: fresh berries, sliced banana, nuts, granola, or shredded coconut.
Variations:
Try mixing in cocoa powder for a chocolate version, or blend with fruit for a smoothie-style pudding.
🍓 Topping Ideas:
- Fresh berries or sliced banana
- Granola or toasted nuts
- Coconut flakes
- Nut butter drizzle
- Fruit compote or jam
- Dark chocolate shavings
🌿 Fun Flavor Variations:
- Chocolate: Add 1 tablespoon cocoa powder to the base + top with raspberries
- Matcha: Add ½ teaspoon matcha powder
- Berry: Blend the milk with strawberries or blueberries before mixing
- Tropical: Use coconut milk + mango chunks + lime zest
✨ Tips:
- Make a batch for the week – it keeps for 4–5 days in the fridge.
- For a thinner texture, add extra splash of milk before serving.
- Kid-friendly version: swirl in yogurt and top with mini chocolate chips.
