Chia Pudding
Meal prep some chia pudding! You can make a large batch, freeze it for several weeks and then thaw as needed. It’s easy, healthy and delicious.
Chia seeds are a great source of omega-3 fatty acids that help raise HDL cholesterol, the “good” cholesterol that protects against heart attack and stroke. They are high in fiber, antioxidants, iron, and calcium too! A 28-gram, or 1-ounce, serving of chia seeds also contains 5.6 grams of protein.
PREP TIME: 15 mins
RESTING TIME: 4 hrs
TOTAL TIME: 4 hrs 15 mins
SERVINGS: 1 serving
CALORIES: 191kcal
Basic Chia Pudding
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tsp (optional) maple syrup or other sweetener
- 1/2 tsp (optional) vanilla extract
Chocolate Chia Pudding
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tbsp cacao powder
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Optional Toppings
- Berries
- Mango
- Pineapple
- Peaches
- Nectarines
- Apricots
- Kiwi
- Cherries
- Oranges
- Fruit Purées
- Nut Butters
- Dried Fruit
- Cacao Nibs
- Spices
- Shredded Coconut
- Candied Ginger
- Nuts and Seeds
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Add the chia seeds and milk to a small glass jar and stir together.
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Let the chia seeds sit for 15 minutes (they should start to thicken and gel), then stir again.
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Add your favorite fruit and toppings, then secure with a lid.
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Place the chia pudding in the refrigerator or freezer.
- If your chia seeds don’t gel and thicken after 15 minutes, it’s likely you’ve got dud chia seeds. Chia seeds can go bad if they’ve been sitting in your pantry too long or not stored in an air-tight container. Just buy new chia seeds and try again!
Calories: 191kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 56mg | Potassium: 259mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Calcium: 289mg | Iron: 1.9mg
