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Chia Seed Pudding Recipe

Published: Dec 20, 2019 · Last Modified: January 1, 2021 by Dani

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jars of different flavors of chia seed pudding
a variety of different chia seed flavors in small jars
how to make chia seed pudding

The best chia seed pudding recipe in 4 different delicious flavors so you never get bored! Chia pudding is an easy, satisfying breakfast that is nutritious and delicious. Choose from; Chai, Green Matcha + Coconut, Banana-Strawberry, and Chocolate Chia Seed Pudding.

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When I’m looking for a delicious, nutritious breakfast or snack, I turn to green smoothies, a simple açaí bowl, and this easy chia seed pudding. It’s a breeze to make, adult and kid friendly, easy to grab-n-go and packed with protein and fiber.

This chia seed pudding recipe is awesome because it satisfies my sweet tooth, and fuels my body with good-for-you ingredients. It’s made with all-natural ingredients, tastes great, and can be thrown together in minutes.

Make it before bed and let it set up in the fridge overnight and you’ll wake up to a tasty breakfast in the morning! This is my basic recipe for chia pudding, plus 4 ways to change up the flavor.

What Is Chia Pudding?

Chia seeds are edible seeds that come from a desert plant that happen to be jam-packed with nutritional goodness. They are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, carbohydrates, protein, fiber, antioxidants, and calcium AND they happen to make a delicious pudding. #winwin

Simply mix them with milk and a sweetener and let them thicken up.

How Do You Make Chia Seed Pudding?

In the recipe card below I am sharing my go-to base recipe for chia pudding and before the recipe card, you will find 4 of my favorite chia seed pudding flavor combos. Take one and make it your own or come down to the comments below and let us know what your favorite flavor combo is!

This base recipe contains three basic ingredients: chia seeds, almond milk, or other favorite milk variety and maple syrup (or another sweetener). That’s it! Mix all of the ingredients together in some type of container with a lid. Then, place the chia seed pudding into the fridge to set and thicken. It takes at least an hour for chia seed pudding to set up, so be sure to plan accordingly.

Oh! And if you like mason jars, I like making my chia pudding in either
these or these.

Tips 

  • I like to make chia seed pudding with almond milk, but you can use any type of dairy or nondairy milk. Coconut milk is another favorite of mine.
  • My sweetener of choice is maple syrup, which keeps the recipe all-natural and vegan. You can swap out the maple syrup with stevia, honey, or agave.
  • If you’re not a fan of the seedy texture, try blending the pudding in a food processor or blender after it’s set up to puree the chia seeds.
  • These 4 flavor suggestions are simply guides. Feel free to add any other favorite ingredients. Some fun ideas are fruit, nuts, and granola.
  • This chia seed pudding recipe will keep well in the fridge for up to 5 days. For best results, store chia pudding in a sealed airtight container. I like to portion the pudding into individual servings for a quick breakfast or snack option on the go.
chai chia pudding

Chai Chia Pudding

  • 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (or your favorite milk)
  • 2 tbsp. chia seeds
  • 1 tbsp. maple syrup (or your favorite sweetener)
  • 1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon
  • tiny pinch cardamon + ground cloves
  • 2 tsp. chopped raisins

Combine all ingredients in a wide-mouth mason jar and stir well.  Refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours and up to 5 days.  Enjoy with your favorite toppings.

Nutrients per recipe: Calories: 223; Total Fat: 9.5g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Carbohydrate: 29.7g; Fiber: 9.8g; Sugars: 16.5g; Protein: 6.8g

coconut matcha chia pudding

Green Matcha + Coconut Chia Pudding

  • 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (or your favorite milk)
  • 2 tbsp. chia seeds
  • 1 tbsp. maple syrup (or your favorite sweetener)
  • 1 tsp. green matcha powder
  • 2 tsp. shredded coconut

Combine all ingredients in a wide-mouth mason jar and stir well.  Refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours and up to 5 days.  Enjoy with your favorite toppings.

Nutrients per recipe: Calories: 242; Total Fat: 11.5g; Saturated Fat: 11.5g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Carbohydrate: 27.3g; Fiber: 12.2g; Sugars: 12.1g; Protein: 8.7g

strawberry banana chia pudding

Banana Strawberry Chia Pudding

  • 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (or your favorite milk)
  • 2 tbsp. chia seeds
  • 1 tbsp. maple syrup (or your favorite sweetener)
  • 2 tbsp. chopped banana
  • 2 tbsp. chopped strawberries
  • dash of cinnamon

Combine all ingredients in a wide-mouth mason jar and stir well.  Refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours and up to 5 days.  Enjoy with your favorite toppings.

Nutrients per recipe: Calories: 236; Total Fat: 9.5g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Carbohydrate: 32.6g; Fiber: 10.6g; Sugars: 16.8g; Protein: 7.1g

chocolate chia pudding

Chocolate Chia Pudding

  • 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (or your favorite milk)
  • 2 tbsp. chia seeds
  • 1 tbsp. maple syrup (or your favorite sweetener)
  • 1 tbsp. unsweetened cocoa powder
  • dash of cinnamon

Combine all ingredients in a wide mouth mason jar and stir well.  Refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours and up to 5 days.  Enjoy with your favorite toppings.

Nutrients per recipe: Calories: 217; Total Fat: 11g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Carbohydrate: 27.4g; Fiber: 10.5g; Sugars: 11.9g; Protein: 7.5g

Give this healthy treat a try and you’ll be making it on repeat! It’s great for a snack, breakfast or even dessert.

More Delicious Treats:

  • Blueberry Lemon Oatmeal Muffins
  • Matcha Berry Protein Smoothie
  • Pumpkin Chip Energy Bites
  • Peanut Butter + Jelly Energy Bites

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Chia Pudding (Base Recipe)

See above for different chia pudding flavors.
Course: BREAKFAST, DESSERT, DIET, KITCHEN BASICS, meal prep, sweet things
Cuisine: American, gluten free, low carb + keto, vegan
Author: Dani Spies
Prep Time2 mins
Total Time2 mins
Servings: 1 servings
Calories: 201kcal

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk or your favorite milk
  • 2 tbsp. chia seeds
  • 1 tbsp. maple syrup or your favorite sweetener
US Customary – Metric

Instructions

  • Combine all ingredients in a wide mouth mason jar.
    chia pudding ingredients in jar
  • Stir together until everything is well combined. Refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours and up to 5 days.
    chia pudding being stirred together
  • Top with your favorite toppings and enjoy!
    chia pudding with a variety of toppings

Notes

This chia seed pudding recipe will keep well in the fridge for up to 4 days. For best results, store chia pudding in a sealed airtight container. I like to portion the pudding into individual servings for a quick breakfast or snack option on the  go.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 201kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 169mg | Potassium: 120mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 9g | Calcium: 353mg | Iron: 2mg

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About Dani

Dani Spies is the founder and host of Clean & Delicious; a weekly cooking show on YouTube and a healthy eating blog that celebrates real, whole foods! She takes a holistic approach to health and wellness and is loved for her approachable, down to earth style both in and out of the kitchen.

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Comments

  1. Emilie says

    August 7, 2017 at 5:48 pm

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    Hi Dani, I mixed up the chocolate chia pudding yesterday and it’s in my fridge right now, just waiting for me to gobble it up when I get home from work tonight. I can’t wait!!

    Reply
  2. Emilie says

    September 11, 2017 at 3:04 pm

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    Hi Dani, I have to comment again how much Mike and I enjoy these chia puddings. When I tell him I’m making some, he always requests the Chai option. He loves raisins and the spice combo makes him very happy. Of course, my favorite is the chocolate, but I just tried the Green Matcha and Coconut. I wasn’t sure what to expect, but it was a very good combination.
    Thank you for all the “love” you put into every recipe. : )

    Reply
  3. Raquel says

    October 21, 2017 at 9:04 am

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    Hi Dani,
    I made your chocolate chia pudding. I added black currents and coconut for flavor. I also added collagen gelatin as a thickener,
    It was delicious!
    I enjoy cooking healthy meals for my family! I love watching your videos to get new ideas!
    -Raquel 🙂

    Reply
    • Dani says

      November 6, 2017 at 9:42 am

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      That sounds great! Thanks so much for sharing.

      Reply
  4. Veena says

    October 23, 2017 at 12:42 am

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    I looove coconut so instead of matcha I added a tablespoon of unsweetened dried coconut with full fat coconut milk and it was deeelicious! Thanks Dani for sharing your amazing recipes

    Reply
  5. Connie says

    March 19, 2018 at 8:33 pm

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    Where do you get your full fat coconut milk

    Reply
    • Dani says

      March 20, 2018 at 5:24 am

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      You should be able to buy it at most grocery stores. It comes in a can:)

      Reply
  6. LILLY DERAS says

    April 5, 2018 at 9:31 pm

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    THANK YOU FOR SHARING THIS DELICIOUS RECIPE

    Reply
    • Dani says

      April 15, 2018 at 7:42 am

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      It’s my pleasure. So glad you enjoyed!

      Reply
  7. Stephen says

    April 8, 2018 at 4:57 pm

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    Hi Dani.
    I have a question so the banana strawberry chia pudding it says that it needs to be refrigerated 4 hour and 5 days dose that mean 4 hour ready to eat and can be stored up to 5 day or dose that mean I have to wait 5days and 4hour to consume it? From stephen

    Reply
    • Dani says

      April 15, 2018 at 7:45 am

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      Hi Stephen, sorry for the confusion. They need to sit for a minimum of eight hours before they are ready to eat!

      Reply
  8. Trisha says

    May 1, 2018 at 7:51 am

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    Wow just discovered this after seeing Meghan markle makes chia pudding each week.. looks delicious will make one later today.

    Reply
    • Dani says

      May 1, 2018 at 11:57 am

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      Awesome! Enjoy.

      Reply
  9. Kathy says

    June 21, 2018 at 6:28 am

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    Made this today. It was in the fridge overnight. But it’s runny – not a pudding or yogurt consistency but a drink consistency. I followed the directions exactly. I will have to do a web search to see what went wrong. Disappointed

    Reply
    • Dani says

      June 29, 2018 at 10:02 am

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      Hmmm, that’s weird. Did you use whole chia seeds?

      Reply
  10. Ann says

    July 8, 2018 at 1:08 pm

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    I have used coconut milk in the recipe and I find it to taste like sour milk. Is that just the flavor of chia seeds?

    Reply
    • Dani says

      July 17, 2018 at 10:33 am

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      Interesting! I have no idea! Is there any chance that any of your ingredients were bad?

      Reply
    • Janet says

      May 15, 2019 at 7:39 pm

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      I eat a Keto like diet. What can I use I place of the syrup that’s low carb?

      Reply
      • Dani says

        May 22, 2019 at 2:13 pm

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        You can try using stevia or erythritol in place of the syrup.

        Reply
  11. Kim says

    August 10, 2018 at 10:14 pm

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    Dani;
    Hi,your chia seed pudding recipes look so good and tastey.I am a type 2 diabetic and i am lactose intolerant,and i am going to copy down your 4 chia seed pudding recipes and then i am going to try these pudding recipes at home after i go grocery shopping and then i will let you know what i think of your puddings and how much i love eating them.I use coconut milk,cashew milk,almond milk,natrel milk,fruit,yogurt,avocado,dragon fruit,chia seeds,almond paste,pumpkin puree,protein powder,stevia powder in my healthie smoothies,but I am not sure about using these ingredients in chia puddings.
    I heard that chia seeds are healthy,and it will help to lower blood sugar and lose weight.
    I am a chocolic but since being diagnosed with diabetes in january 2012 i had to cut out my sweet treats and chocolate and other baking recipes that had sugar in them.
    I love tropical,chocolate,pumpkin smoothies,and i would like to try making and eating your healthy chia seed pudding recipes.
    What chia seed pudding recipes do you recommend that i make at home?
    Kim

    Reply
    • Dani says

      August 16, 2018 at 11:30 am

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      I don’t think you can wrong with any of them Kim! I say pick whichever sounds the most delicious to you and then go for it! Can’t wait to hear your thoughts.

      Reply
  12. michelle says

    November 5, 2018 at 8:42 pm

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    Can I use ground/sprouted flax/chia seed mix? Or for this to gel, must it be only whole chia seeds? Thanks!

    Reply
    • Dani says

      November 8, 2018 at 1:04 pm

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      That may work – just be sure its ground up first.

      Reply
  13. Kelly says

    December 15, 2018 at 10:19 pm

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    Hi. Is honey or agave syrup an option to replace maple syrup?

    Reply
    • Dani says

      December 28, 2018 at 4:02 pm

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      Yes. Both will work!

      Reply
  14. Ursula Melia says

    April 28, 2019 at 7:14 am

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    Hi Dani, I made a variation of these puddings today by adding lots of chia seeds to home made apple and plum stew and then mixing it with vegan ready made raspberry joghurt. That also tasted really nice. Thank you for all your great videos. They give me lots of ideas to play with using what I have at home. Though I will try the chocolate chia pudding next week, it just sounds too tempting!!!

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    • Dani says

      May 2, 2019 at 12:05 pm

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      Apple and plum stew sounds fabulous! So glad you are enjoying all of the videos. I look forward to hearing what you think of the chocolate chia pudding 🙂

      Reply
  15. Cathy Schmidt says

    January 20, 2020 at 7:26 am

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    I am not a fan of whole chia seeds, they always seem to get stuck in my teeth. Can you ground the seed and then add the milk or with that not allow the consistency of pudding?

    Reply
    • Dani says

      January 23, 2020 at 1:44 pm

      I have tried that and really don’t like the consistency of the end result. I honestly would not recommend it.

      Reply

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