xo, Yum! Thank you so much for this recipe, Ive been doing different types of chia pudding and I finally found my favourite. But yes, both work! Use Stevia, any brand. Whoop! If you dont do that, it can come out quite lumpy. Hope that helps! 2 1/2 cups unsweetened almond milk, divided 4 large egg yolks 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Steps to Make It Gather the ingredients. Experimentation it is! With a can of coconut milk, i beat it a little with hand held mixer! Love it! Hey I made it in skimmed milk and refrigerate it for 12 hours. Add sliced almonds goji berries and hemp seeds its amazing ! I squirted some on my first serving. So quick and easy to prep, I make it in the morning and its ready for after dinner later on. Drizzle 4 teaspoons maple syrup over strawberries in a bowl; stir to coat. I genuinely dont really like chia pudding on its own, so I end up mixing chia seeds into cereal bowls with almond milk or coconut milk, thus the chia seeds eventually thicken up and I end up eating chia pudding with cereal! Great recipe! I Coconut milk naturally has more fat in it and will give you a creamier chia pudding. For increasing the quantity I just try to remember the ratio 3:13 parts liquid to 1 parts seedsthen just up the other ingredients accordingly. Turned out great, just added a few blueberries for a quick, easy, healthy breakfast. Topped it with sine fresh blueberries and raspberries :). I freshly ground my black chia seeds. Hope this helps! or the the coconut milk in the dairy section that looks more like a carton of milk? There was lots of excess coconut milk and it didnt become a pudding consistency like I hoped. In the case of this recipe, I opted for some strawberries and some coconut chips. And ive just bought an Instant Pot. Its fantastic! Leave a comment, rate it, and dont forget to tag a photo#minimalistbakeron Instagram. THANK YOU FOR SHARING!! Let us show you how its done! I had some blueberries, that i heated up without sugar on frying pan and layered it with pudding, good! Pour 2 cups (473 mL) of unsweetened milk of your choice, such as coconut, almond, Last night while in bed I decided to Google Chia Seeds, came across this Recipe. Combine strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries to make a mixed berry pudding. Ahhh, just used a whisk and mashed up the chia seeds in a mixing bowl and I think I may have salvaged itwell see how this turns out but dont think Ill ever use the blender again as the chias were in a large clump on the bottom and I had to scrape them all outit was kind of a pain. I must ask! Thank you so much for all the terrific recipes and to the readers for sharing all the tips! Whisk almond milk, yogurt, 2 tablespoons maple syrup, vanilla, and salt together in a bowl until just blended; add chia seeds, whisk to incorporate, and let the chia seeds soak for 30 minutes. It should have a thick, pudding-like texture. Cover the bowl or jar and place in the refrigerator for at least one hour. Hi Neeha, what kind of chia seeds did you use? I regularly search for them when I want to make something new. Its so so good its amazing! Soo good, you have to try! Delicious! How would he know what its made with if you dont tell him? I did stir well initially but all the chia seeds were at the bottom of the bowl when I checked the next morning so the second stir sounds like that could do the trick! For the whole seed version, just leave the seeds whole and whisk the ingredients together. Next time I will only use 1/4 cup of chia instead of 1/2 cup. Tested. Hard to find good, fast, gluten free, vegan recipes, that dont break the bank :). I made this with banana chia seeds coconut milk and maple syrup with no sugar and it was the best Ive ever tried so Thankyou for sharing xx. Notify me of followup comments via e-mail. We loved it made with either the almond milk or the coconut milk-just remember that coconut milk has a bit more calories and fat per serving. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together coconut milk, chia seeds, cup coconut flakes and almond extract. This is my go to breakfast lately! . Directions Pour 1 cup almond milk into a small saucepan. Hi, with almond milk i find that chia pudding requires extra attention in the first few minutes. Use 2.5 Tbsp maple syrup (in place of the 2 to 3 tsp). Hi Serenity, Either is delicious! I have gestational diabetes and have been really craving something sweet, this hit the spot and worked well with the eating plan Im on. Pretty simple, right? 3. Ottom with some of your 3 ingredient apple sauce, it was fantastic. 1 cup (236.5 mL) of basic chia seed pudding has about 10 g of protein, so its great for a post-workout snack! The flavour is awesome with the milk and vanilla. Thanks for sharing, Laurie! Its super helpful for us and other readers. Flavor it as you desire. Thank you for this recipe!! She added a spoonful of granola and a drop of raw honey when she gave it to me. 4.4/5 (8) Total Time: 10 mins Servings: 4 Calories: 217 per serving It turned out beautifully thick and rich. So happy you enjoyed the recipe rachelle! THATS IT. All I can say is it is so good. Were so glad you enjoy it, Nicole! Thanks Laura! I made this as written, with the optional ingredients. Love this recipe. Check out this tutorial! Hi I came across this recipe and cant wait to try it for Christmas. There are so many different ways you can top off this chia pudding! Let mixture cool for a few minutes. We like this one! Thank you for the recipe! Whisk the almond milk, agave, chia seeds and cinnamon in a medium bowl. Hope that helps! I could have eaten the whole bowl. ), and even got my husband (he rejects anything that even looks healthy), liking it!!! Magazine subscription your first 5 issues for only 5! Whisk to combine. I would think so, though we havent tried it ourself! I read that makes the nutrition available, as with flaxseeds Not sure if my source was credible Wondering what Minimalist Bakers take on this is? Thank you for sharing! Layer wafers to cover bottom of the jar, followed by a third of the pudding, and References Hi Dana. Get our copy of FAN FAVORITES featuring 20 of our most loved, highly-rated recipes! Do you ever suggest grinding the chia seeds? Whisk or shake well to avoid the lumps. I went through several failed attempts using bulk seeds before switching to a smaller, sealed bag and the difference was huge! Cover and refrigerate overnight (or at least 6 hours). Thanks so much for the lovely review and for sharing your tips, Cherie! Whisk almond milk, yogurt, 2 tablespoons maple syrup, vanilla, and salt together in a bowl until just blended; add chia seeds, whisk to incorporate, and let the Ive already made more and portioned out to take to work (my sweet tooth is relentless, Im telling you! When I make the chocolate chai pudding, I put banana and chopped toasted almonds on top. They should soak up the liquid and lose any crunchiness. Next time would you mind adding a rating to your review? Its looks yummy and filling. Delicious and healthy chia seed pudding packed with protein, omega-3, antioxidants, and calcium that you can make in under 5 minutes. I didnt eat this for breakfast (I dont eat breakfast), but for dessert after dinner (I suppose this COULD gave been considered breakfast being as its the only meal I eat in a day). I tried making this and left it overnight in the fridge and when i took it out in the morning it looked the same as when I put it in except the chia seeds were slightly enlarged. Stir chocolate ganache mixture into bowl of pudding until fully incorporated. You can sprinkle more cinnamon on top of the pudding for serving, and even garnish with a stick of cinnamon if you want! Cook, stirring constantly, until bubbly, 3 to 5 minutes. Thank you!! Very creamy and delicious! How long can it be kept refrigerated? You dont want them to gel and stick before you mix. This is the best recipe ever!! (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. Great recipes! As I live on a boat, we stay away from glass so I use a ziploc bag and squish it periodically in the fridge. Stir before serving. 11 / 16. Thanks, Susana! Hi Kerri, we havent tried it, but that should be okay. Glad you enjoyed the recipe , This one is one of my favorite chia puddings at your blog, although I love all your chia puddings recipes! Finally found it. If it's too thin, add more seeds. Perhaps higher in calories but so creamy and delicious! I use honey instead maple syrup, it turns it out great! Other fruit layers are sweetened strawberry + raspberry, pineapple, peach, kiwi, and blueberry + strawberry. And for more of a dessert, be sure to try the tempting chocolate variation as well! I just recently had a version of this in a restaurant in Scottsdale, AZ and I just couldnt get enough I knew I had to make this for myself! Your email address will not be published. xo. Thank you! these links. I used unsweetened vanilla almond milk and honey instead of maple syrup. You can also, https://minimalistbaker.com/simple-berry-compote/, May provide therapeutic benefit for certain cardiovascular, immune, and digestive conditions (see more. By signing up you are agreeing to receive emails according to our privacy policy. Suggest you adjust the make/assemble time on your post. Works well and tastes yummy! xo. Whoop! Hope that helps! Experiment with layers of different fruits and chia seed pudding in mason jars to have a variety of healthy snacks ready to go! Glad you enjoyed the recipe! The blue layer is just banana with natural blue food coloring. That should work! AMAZING!! (since it has some more fat in it) This creates a chia pudding that is super creamy! I used almond milk and mine did not turn out at all :( very watery and the chia seeds are clumped together. I vigorously shake the can before opening, pour a cups worth right into a mason jar, add 1/4 cup chia seeds and let them settle in for a min while I grab the other mix-ins. Were so glad you enjoyed it, Carol! Sign up for wikiHow's weekly email newsletter. Ill give a try ? Next time Ill try coconut milk because mine wasnt as light in color as yours but it tasted delicious! Not sure! Thanks so much! If they arent, your chia seeds are probably not fresh enough. Such a lovely combination of ingredients. Thanks Ela! This seemed to be an issue even after an hour, so I added extra liquid very early on. Stir it up, add vanilla, my desired spices, 2 scoops of collagen, & a little blackstrap molasses, then give it another good stir. Mix condensed milk into pudding in separate bowl. What did you use for the 'blue' fruit puree? Discovery, Inc. or its subsidiaries and affiliates. Shake or whisk a few times within the first hour to help it gel evenly. This will be a staple. You can sub any other milk you prefer! I was so excited to try your recipe. Merry Christmas! (even if you use water you should still get a pudding consistency from this) Id recommend to make sure all your ingredients are measured correctly and to make sure you mix it so everything is incorporated before you place it in the fridge. If you are using a mason jar put the lid on and shake all the ingredients together instead of stirring them. Ive heard chia seeds are only good for their nutritional value once blitzed? TIP: I used only tablespoon of sugar free syrup for the entire recipe. The Best Chia Seed Pudding Recipe (+ 5 Delicious Variations). Much Love. Thanks so much for the lovely review! This evening I lined the. I have a TERRIBLE sweet tooth for anything creamy, and since my metabolism has slowed down tremendously as Im getting older, Ive been trying to find healthier substitutions, and THIS IS IT!!! Amazing! Perhaps a small drizzle of greek honey to the top in lieu of the maple syrup? The chia pudding should I tried this chia pudding recipe a while ago. I made this the other day. By the morning it will have set into a pudding. Id try at least 2%? 1 cup unsweetened vanilla-flavored almond milk. I grinded the chia seeds first and then mixed it with hazelnut milk. Thank you for a great recipe:). You only need 5 ingredients and a pinch of salt: So many options! Will make it over and over again! I sweeten with stevia. Thank you! Did it make a custard type of consistency? Add chocolate and stir until smooth. I cant wait to try it after it has soaked overnight, the little taste I tried was perfect, even without soaking! Thats why mine always come out soupy. Hi Dana, trying to lower cholesterol and bp so Im trying to add more chia seeds to my diet. If you are wondering about the fruit layer; that is simply lightly maple-sweetened pureed fruit (which you can blitz in a small food processor). Thanks for the compliment Nessa! Chocolate Wacky Cake. Maybe it needs a smaller vessel to gel? This is a super easy base for a tasty, nutritious breakfastjust soak the chia seeds in plant-based milk overnight and they take on a sumptuous pudding-like consistency by the morning! The blue fruit layer pictured here is lightly sweetened banana, with a hint of lemon, and natural blue food coloring. Thank you for sharing! Chia seeds are one of my favourite ingredients to use and its no secret I love making chia pudding out of them! xo, Do you know how much cocoa honey and cinnamon you put in yours. Layered over fresh strawberries all night, woke up to a delightful breakfast. Great recipe that I know I will be using over and over for meal prep. Hmmm, I used Almond Breeze milk and the proper measurements above withOUT the maple syrup and I had all the chia seeds lumped together on the bottom not well distributed thruout the milk and then a layer of milkiness on the top. A healthy flavorful start to the morning or to finish the day. Also used 2 tablespoons maple syrup and 1 heaped teaspoon of vanilla bean paste. Yum. Topped with raspberries and blueberries in the morning. Hmm, chocolate and mango and berries. :(. Is it possible to make it with Whole Milk? Then added salt, agave sirup and at last the chia seeds. This coconut chia pudding recipe starts with some chia seeds and unsweetened shredded coconut and then gets mixed together with some light coconut milk, maple syrup, and just a touch of vanilla. Fantastic!!! Otherwise, maybe the seeds are old and are having trouble soaking up the liquid? This is just SO easy and tasty! * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. The only way I eat chia pudding is usually as a topping for oatmeal and smoothies. Thank you for sharing! My first attempt has turned out very stiff for some reason? I alternate between pure NY maple syrup (what I grew up with) and organic honey, then use toppings of various nuts and fresh fruits. Spoon chia seed mixture into 4 bowls; top each with a portion of the strawberry mixture. Thanks so much for the lovely review, Dee. In my case, despite more frequent stirring, the chia was lumpy and chewy in places. Make sure all of the chia seeds are completely coated in milk in order to ensure proper absorption. Add 2 Tbsp Dutch cocoa powder and 1 tsp vanilla in place of coconut extract. I was hoping it would be more like pudding or what I usually pay for at these acai/chia bowl places. Can this pudding be made with milled chia seeds or they have to be whole chia seeds? I use this as a base for my breakfast bowl, topped with homemade granola, lime-coconut yogurt and minted berries. Only thing I did differently was I didnt add coconut or vanilla extract. Any tips or tricks? Truvia is not ok it is altered with erythritol. I recently discovered chia pudding and love it so much! Hi Siona! I guess Ill just give it a try. Search, save and sort your favourite recipes and view them offline. I used one can full fat organic coconut milk, 10 drops of stevia, 1 tsp organic pure vanilla and just a smidge over 1/2 cup organic chia. If not, add more chia seeds, stir, and refrigerate for another hour or so. Thanks so much for sharing! I leave it overnight for breakfast the next day. Whisk remaining cream and sugar in another bowl untilsoft peaks form. Canned will produce a more rich pudding and carton will be lighter. I do have a question about coconut milk. The second time I made it with 1cup canned coconut milk and 1 1/2cup almond milk and it was the perfect consistency! It turned out amazing!! Copyright document.write(new Date().getFullYear()) Her Campus Media LLC. Im going to try this in my instant pot on 30 min high pressure. Price and stock may change after publish date, and we may make money off it is YUMMY with sliced ripe mango IF I add fruit,I like to make sure the fruit is sweet before I add it to this dessert, Love the additions, Veena! Thanks for a great (and ridiculously easy) recipe!! 2. Combine milk and chia seeds in a bowl or mason jar. Next time, would you mind leaving a rating with your review? Chia seeds are rich in protein, antioxidants and omega 3, as well as many other nutrients. Hi Jaya, try giving them another stir to see if that helps. Frozen blueberries as topping or mixed with chia and left overnight? Its so easy and delicious. I use standard coconut milk in a carton and top it with coconut chips & raspberries. Were so glad you enjoy our recipes! The chocolate version is up next! Some recipes are too thin or too thick, but heres a Goldilocks recipe! In a medium bowl whisk together almond milk, coconut milk, chia seeds, maple syrup, coconut extract and salt. I used the Coconut milk from a can (western family) and turned out great! Cant have this at that calorie count.. ouch. I use one can of reduced fat coconut milk, mix in agave or maple syrup (depending on what I have), add about a capful of vanilla extract, a capful of almond extract, and sprinkle some cardamom into the coconut milk. A must-try! Surface Studio vs iMac Which Should You Pick? so easy to do and I added a teaspoon of cocoa powder while whisking. Chia pudding is incredibly healthy because chia seeds are loaded with omega 3 fatty acids, protein, antioxidants and fiber. The soluble fiber in chia seeds can help with weight loss by keeping you feeling full and it can also help with constipation. As I did not have maple syrup and vanilla extract, I used raw sugar and cinnamon. Easier than making oatmeal because theres no pot to clean. Great recipe! I need help. Skim milk may not have enough milk fat to thicken it up! Our FREE 49-Page Fan Favorites e-Book has 20 recipes we think youll LOVE! You could also even use a mix of the two! Chia pudding with coconut milk definitey makes for a richer and creamier chia pudding than using something like almond milk . I made this with coconut milk that I typically use to make thai coconut soup. **** Serve cold. Hi Diane, chia seeds have 3.4 grams of fiber per 1 tablespoon. You will not be subscribed to our newsletter list. My favorites are peaches or mangoes, especially with this coconut vibe we have going. 2023 Warner Bros. In a medium bowl whisk together almond milk, coconut milk, chia seeds, maple syrup, coconut extract and salt. I love this recipe. The amount of chia seeds or liquid can be adjusted as needed to achieve the desired thickness. I mix everything together, then mix again every 30 seconds or so for a 2-3 minutes. Im diabetic so I used lite coconut milk, sugar free syrup (only 1tbsp) and a dash of truvia. Were glad this satisfied that craving, Andrea :D. Ive run out of vanilla in the house. It started forming the consistency in about 15 minutes. 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