Chia Seed Pudding

Chia pudding in a glass, topped with sliced strawberries and chocolate shavings on a white background.

Susannah Brinkley Henry

Creamy, lightly sweetened and made with just three ingredients, chia seed pudding is the easiest make-ahead breakfast you'll put on repeat. Multiply the recipe and serve it in individual portions for a grab-and-go breakfast or an easy brunch party idea.

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 0

Chill Time 4

Total Time 4 5

Servings servings

Calories 208kcal

Author Susannah Brinkley Henry

Ingredients

¼ cup chia seeds
1 cup milk of your choice
1 to 2 tablespoons honey or other sweetener such as maple syrup or agave nectar, to taste
mix-ins such as 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or ½ tablespoon cocoa powder
toppings such as fresh fruit, granola, Chopped nuts or chocolate shavings

Instructions

Add chia seeds to a bowl or jar. Pour in milk, honey and any flavor mix-ins then stir well until evenly combined.
¼ cup chia seeds, 1 cup milk, 1 to 2 tablespoons honey, mix-ins
Let sit for 5 minutes, then stir again to break up any clumps. (This second stir makes a big difference and helps prevent the seeds from sinking to the bottom.)

Second stir: Don't skip it. Stirring again after 5 minutes breaks up any clumps before the seeds fully gel, which means a smoother, more even pudding after chilling.

Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Stir before serving and enjoy cold. Add your favorite toppings on top or stir them into the pudding.
toppings

Notes

Sweetness level: Start with 1 tablespoon of honey for a lightly sweetened pudding, or use 2 tablespoons if you prefer it a little sweeter. Maple syrup or agave work well as substitutes.

Milk options: Whole milk gives the richest, creamiest result. Almond and oat milk both work well for a dairy-free version — oat milk in particular adds a subtle natural sweetness.

Storage: Transfer to a glass jar and seal tightly with a lid. Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Freezing is not recommended.

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