Description
Berry Chia Pudding is a creamy, nutrient-packed breakfast or dessert made with chia seeds soaked in milk and sweetened with maple syrup or honey. Topped with fresh mixed berries and a hint of vanilla, this no-bake pudding is naturally refreshing, easy to prepare, gluten-free, vegetarian, and ideal for quick meal prep or a healthy start to your day.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Toppings
- 1/2 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- Fresh mint for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Mix the liquid ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the milk, maple syrup or honey, and vanilla extract thoroughly to combine the flavors.
- Add chia seeds: Stir in the chia seeds until they are evenly distributed in the liquid, ensuring no clumps remain.
- Rest and stir: Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes to allow chia seeds to absorb some liquid, then stir again to break up any clumps that may have formed.
- Refrigerate: Cover the bowl or transfer the mixture to a container and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or ideally overnight, so the pudding thickens to a creamy consistency.
- Serve with toppings: Before serving, top the pudding with the fresh mixed berries and garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired for a burst of color and freshness.
Notes
- Prepare the pudding the night before for an easy grab-and-go breakfast.
- For a flavored twist, blend the berries into the milk before combining with chia seeds.
- The pudding keeps well refrigerated for up to 5 days, making it great for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
