The Ultimate Chia Seed Pudding Recipe

This is called The Ultimate Chia Seed Pudding Recipe for a reason. I’ve been making it for years for my family and every time I make it for guests, they tell me they need the recipe. It’s that good! Creamy, healthy, lots of protein, and a quick and easy breakfast or snack. 

Health benefits of chia seeds

Chia seeds are small edible seeds of a flowering plant from the mint family. When mixed with liquids they have a gel-like consistency. But don’t be fooled by their small size, they are packed with fiber, protein, omega-3 fatty acids, healthy fats, magnesium, and B vitamins. They contain antioxidants that neutralize free radicals in your body. Chia seeds also contain calcium, phosphorus, and magnesium, 3 great nutrients for bone health. One serving of creamy chia pudding gives you just under 20 grams of protein.

Why we love this Chia Seed Pudding Recipe

This chia pudding recipe is a true family favorite, made with simple ingredients! It makes a big batch and I love to quickly stir it together on Saturday night so we can enjoy it on a lazy Sunday morning. There is enough left to enjoy for the next day at breakfast or a quick lunch. We love to add some fresh berries like strawberries, raspberries, or blackberries. Top it with some of my homemade granola and you’ve got a delicious snack packed with nutrients! Low sugar and packed with protein, it’s a perfect snack for my kids to grab by themselves. When I make a quick recipe like this that I know my kids will devour while also keeping them full for longer, that’s a win-win for me! 

Cool story about The Ultimate Chia Seed Pudding Recipe

At the home birth of my 4th baby, my husband was feeding the midwives some snacks in the kitchen after the baby had been born. I had made some chia pudding the day before and some rhubarb muffins. They couldn’t stop talking about how creamy and tasty it was! At my next appointment, the midwife on call asked for the recipe to share at the office. She let me know they’ve been making it ever since! It must have made quite an impression! 

6 ingredients to make Chia Seed Pudding

Yogurt: This recipe contains 3 cups of Greek or regular plain yogurt. The 3 pack of Greek yogurt from Costco is what I usually use. 1 container is perfect for this recipe. Or I use homemade yogurt. It adds a great source of calcium and protein that other chia pudding recipes don’t have. 

Coconut milk: The brand of coconut milk I prefer is Aroy-D cans of coconut milk. I buy them in bulk to always have them on hand for different recipes. You can substitute it with any full-fat coconut milk. 

Milk: To keep it simple, we use regular whole milk. It can be substituted with unsweetened almond milk, oat milk, or any other type of milk that you prefer. 

Chia Seeds: You can use black or white Chia seeds. I buy the black Chia seeds from Costco. 

Honey: Honey is our sweetener of choice. I also like to use pure maple syrup if I’m in a rush and don’t want to soften honey. 

Whipped Cream: The secret ingredient on how to make the creamiest, most delicious chia seed pudding recipe ever. You add in whipped cream the next morning or even after 2 to 3 hours of letting the other ingredients soak and you’ve got a perfect creamy texture. It’s really The Ultimate Chia Seed Pudding Recipe and you’ll never look back!

How to make Chia Seed Pudding

1. Take a medium-sized mixing bowl that will fit into your fridge overnight. 

2. Mix together 3 cups of plain Greek yogurt, 1 can of coconut milk, and 1 cup of regular milk.

3. Next add a 3/4 cup of chia seeds and immediately stir with a whisk or spoon. 

4. Melt honey and add to the bowl. Give it a good stir and place it into the fridge overnight or for 2 to 3 hours. 

5. The next morning add 1 1/2 cups of whipped cream and gently stir it in. (a 3/4 cup of whipping cream makes 1 1/2 cups of whipped cream)  

6. Serve with fresh fruit and granola!

Tips for making the Ultimate Chia Seed Pudding Recipe

• When adding the chia seeds to milk, make sure to stir right away. If you don’t, the seeds clump together, making the pudding clumpy and the texture will be off. It will still taste amazing but it’s a lot better to stir as soon as you add the chia seeds in. 
• Chia pudding lasts up to 5 days in the fridge. If it thickens too much you can add a little extra milk. If it is too thin, you can try adding more chia seeds for a thicker pudding. 
• This is a perfect snack for meal prep! Fill up individual jars like a small mason jar with chia pudding. Add fresh fruit or your favorite toppings and you’ve got a healthy and filling snack. 

Mix it up with different flavor combinations!

Cocoa powder: If you want a chocolaty treat, add in some cocoa powder or chocolate protein powder for extra protein.

Fruit puree: Puree your favorite fruit like fresh strawberries or raspberries and add them on top or add to the middle for a fruit layer. 

Frozen fruit puree: To mix it up, take 1.5 cups of frozen fruit blend and bring to a boil. Dissolve 1 tbsp of arrowroot powder or cornstarch in 2 tbsp water and pour into the fruit mixture. Boil until thickened. Add 1 tbsp of lemon juice and 2 tbsp of honey to sweeten if needed. Serve warm or chilled on top of chia pudding for a tasty treat. 

Add in different flavors: Add in pure vanilla extract and a layer of vanilla pudding for Vanilla Chia Pudding or some coconut extract and coconut flakes for Coconut Chia Pudding. 

More breakfast recipes

If you love healthy delicious breakfast ideas that taste good, check out my 

Easy Einkorn Pancakes with Oatmeal and Flax

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Easy Fresh Milled Wheat Bread with Sourdough 

Layered Overnight Oats (coming soon!)