Chia Seed Pudding Recipe
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Chia Seed Pudding Recipe
Description
This Chia Seed Pudding recipe begins by whisking a plant-based or dairy milk with sweetener and vanilla extract to establish a mildly sweet base. The chia seeds are then stirred in and allowed to sit briefly before mixing again to prevent clumping. After transferring into individual jars, the pudding refrigerates for at least two hours or overnight, allowing the seeds to absorb liquid fully and thicken the mixture.
The pudding's texture is creamy and somewhat gelatinous due to the hydration of chia seeds. Variations such as chocolate or banana pudding are created by mixing cocoa powder or cinnamon into the base. Once set, it can be garnished with various toppings like berries, coconut, nuts, or nut butters to add flavor and texture diversity.
Chia seed pudding can be stored refrigerated for several days and frozen for short-term storage. Stirring before serving ensures a smooth consistency. The recipe includes notes on topping quantities and substitution of milk alternatives, catering to dietary preferences.
Ingredients
- ½ cup chia seeds
- 2 cups milk oat, almond, cashew, or coconut
- 2-4 tablespoons sweetener honey, pure maple syrup, or monk fruit
- 1 teaspoon vanilla optional
Optional Toppings:
- See Recipe Notes for ingredient amounts
Instructions
- Whisk together milk, sweetener, and vanilla in a large bowl. If making the chocolate or banana pudding, mix in the cocoa powder or cinnamon as well.
- Stir in the chia seeds by hand and then let it sit. Give it a stir after 5 minutes and then again after 10 minutes.
- Transfer the chia seed pudding to four 6-ounce glass jars and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to overnight.
- Give the pudding another good stir and then serve with additional toppings. Enjoy!
Notes
- Seal and refrigerate the pudding in an airtight container for 3-5 days; stir before serving to maintain smooth texture.
- Freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to two weeks; thaw in the refrigerator before eating.
- Use oat, almond, cashew, soy, or coconut milk to suit your dietary needs.
- For chocolate flavor, add ¼ cup cocoa powder to the pudding and increase sweetener to 4 tablespoons to balance bitterness.
- Popular toppings include raspberries and shredded coconut for chocolate, microwaved blueberries and lemon zest for lemon blueberry, sliced bananas and toasted pecans for banana nut, and peanut butter with grape jelly for peanut butter & jelly variations.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 193 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 193kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 27g | 9% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Sodium | 60mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 151mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 8g | 32% |
| Sugar | 16g | 32% |
| Vitamin A | 258IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 307mg | 31% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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