Strawberry Chia Pudding
Strawberry Chia Pudding is proof that nutritious food can be delicious, satisfying and easy.
I enjoy Chia Seed Pudding on occasion, it’s a nice treat or breakfast. My daughter LOVES chia seed pudding. She has always been a fan and now that she is older and more in tune with food nutrition she is big on Fiber-Maxing. She swears chia pudding is the secret to a flat tummy.
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Why Chia Pudding Instead Of Regular Pudding
Chia seeds pack plenty of nutrition. They provide fiber, plant-based omega-3 fatty acids (ALA), protein, and minerals such as calcium, magnesium, and phosphorus.
When soaked in milk, yogurt or a milk alternative, chia seeds absorb liquid and get a pudding-like texture.
Fresh fruit pairs perfectly with the mild, creamy texture of chia pudding, allowing you to create a naturally sweet treat without needing lots of added sugar. My daughter often adds dehydrated fruit when making chia seed pudding so the fruit flavor absorbs into the pudding.
Ingredient Options:
- Fresh fruit:Â Strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, bananas, mango, peaches, or kiwi.
- Crunchy toppings:Â Almonds, walnuts, pecans, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, or homemade granola.
- Creamy extras:Â Greek yogurt, coconut yogurt, almond butter, peanut butter, or a spoonful of nut butter.
- Flavor boosters:Â Vanilla extract, cinnamon, cocoa powder, lemon zest, coconut, or a little honey or maple syrup.
- Extra-special toppings:Â Dark chocolate shavings, toasted coconut, berry compote, or a drizzle of nut butter.
Preparation Tips:
- Whisk well:Â Stir the chia seeds thoroughly into the liquid/yogurt to prevent clumps.
- Let it rest: Give the pudding at least 2–3 hours to thicken, or refrigerate it overnight for the best texture.
- Find your texture:Â Add a little more liquid for a softer pudding or more chia seeds for a thicker consistency.
- Stir again: Give the pudding another good stir about 10–15 minutes after mixing to help the seeds distribute evenly.
- Taste before serving:Â Adjust the sweetness with agave, honey, maple syrup, mashed fruit, or your preferred sweetener.
- Use ripe fruit:Â Sweet, ripe strawberries add plenty of natural flavor.
Storage Tips:
- Chia pudding is an excellent make-ahead breakfast or snack. Store it in a covered container in the refrigerator and keep it chilled until ready to eat.
- For the best quality, enjoy homemade chia pudding within 3–5 days. If you’ve added fresh strawberries or other delicate fruit, keeping the fruit separate until serving can help maintain freshness and texture.
More Meal-Prep Breakfasts: Bisquick Sausage Muffins, Strawberry Oat Breakfast Bars, Blueberry Overnight Oats
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Strawberry Chia Pudding
Ingredients
- 1 cup chopped strawberry
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- ½ cup Milk or Milk Alternative I use coconut milk
- ¼ cup chia
- 2 tsp Agave syrup honey or maple
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ¼ cup walnuts
Instructions
- In a medium size bowl combine yogurt, milk, syrup or honey, chia, and cinnamon. Mix well until the ingredients are combined. Refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Divide half the strawberries between two jars or bowls. Layer chia pudding followed by walnuts, remaining strawberries and finish with remaining chia pudding.
- Garnish with strawberries on top and sprinkle with a little cinnamon.
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