Chia Seed Pudding with Fruit, Chocolate, Matcha, or Pumpkin Flavors Recipe
This versatile chia seed pudding recipe offers a healthy and delicious breakfast or snack option, customizable with six different flavor variations including chocolate, raspberry, banana, matcha, and pumpkin. Made with chia seeds soaked in almond or coconut milk and naturally sweetened with maple syrup and vanilla extract, it’s rich in fiber and omega-3 fatty acids. Each flavor brings unique additions like cocoa powder for chocolate, fresh fruit for raspberry and banana, matcha powder for a green tea twist, or pumpkin puree and pie spice for a cozy treat. Simply mix, refrigerate, and enjoy a creamy, nutrient-packed pudding perfect for meal prep or quick indulgence.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes minimum (including chilling time)
- Yield: 1 serving (about 1 cup pudding) 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Basic Chia Pudding
- 3 tbsp Chia seeds
- 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk (or coconut milk beverage for nut-free option)
- 1/2 tbsp Maple Syrup (sugar-free or regular, adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp Vanilla extract
Chocolate Version
- 1 tsp Dutch processed cocoa powder
- 1 tbsp Sugar-free dark chocolate chips (optional, for topping)
Raspberry Version
- 1/3 cup Raspberries (plus extra for serving)
Banana Version
- 1/2 medium Banana (mashed; plus more sliced for serving)
Matcha Version
- 1 tsp Matcha powder
- 1 tbsp Water (for whisking matcha)
Pumpkin Version
- 1/4 cup Pumpkin puree
- 1/2 tsp Pumpkin pie spice
Instructions
- Combine Basic Ingredients: In a small bowl or jar, stir together the chia seeds, unsweetened almond milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until well mixed.
- Add Flavor Variations: Depending on desired flavor, incorporate the following ingredients:
- Chocolate: Stir in cocoa powder and optionally an extra 1/2 tablespoon maple syrup. Do not add chocolate chips yet.
- Raspberry: Mash raspberries in a separate bowl and then mix into the chia pudding base. Optionally add an extra 1/2 tablespoon maple syrup.
- Banana: Stir in mashed banana.
- Matcha: Whisk matcha powder with 1 tablespoon water until smooth, then stir into chia mixture. Optionally add an extra 1/2 tablespoon maple syrup.
- Pumpkin: Add pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice and stir thoroughly.
- Refrigerate to Set: Cover the bowl or jar and refrigerate the pudding for at least 20 minutes, or overnight for best texture, allowing the chia seeds to absorb liquid and form a creamy pudding.
- Add Toppings and Serve: Before serving, add or layer toppings according to flavor: plain with blueberries or sliced strawberries and almonds; chocolate with chocolate chips and coconut flakes; raspberry with fresh raspberries; banana with banana slices and chocolate chips; matcha with blueberries or raspberries; pumpkin with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Notes
- For best consistency, soak chia pudding overnight in the refrigerator.
- Adjust the sweetness by increasing or decreasing maple syrup based on your preference.
- Use a nut-free milk alternative such as coconut milk if allergic to nuts.
- Matcha powder should be whisked well with water to avoid clumps.
- This pudding can be enjoyed as a nutritious breakfast, snack, or dessert.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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