This chia seed pudding is quick to throw together, nutrient packed, and a solid option for breakfast or a snack.
WHY THIS RECIPE IS GREAT
Chia seed pudding is one of those meals you can prep the night before and forget about until morning. You only need a handful of ingredients, and there is no cooking involved. It’s an easy way to get in healthy fats, carbs, and a good amount of protein if you use the right milk.
It’s also a flexible base. You can sweeten it with honey or maple syrup, top it with berries or sliced fruit, and even change things up with nut butter or chocolate chips if you want something richer.
INGREDIENTS IN CHIA SEED PUDDING
CHIA SEEDS
These are the base of the pudding. Once soaked, they expand and create that thick pudding texture.
MILK OF CHOICE
I’ve used semi skimmed cow’s milk here for the added protein. You could swap it for almond, oat, or soy milk, but keep in mind the macros will change.
HONEY
Adds natural sweetness. You could also use maple syrup.
FROZEN BERRIES
They add fibre, carbs, and a good hit of flavour. You can swap for any fresh fruit you prefer.
INGREDIENT LIST AND MACRONUTRIENT BREAKDOWN
The breakdown below is for one serving.
- 30g chia seeds
- 250ml semi skimmed milk
- 15g honey
- 100g frozen berries
| CALORIES | 375kcal |
| PROTEIN | 15g |
| FAT | 14g |
| CARBS | 43g |
HOW TO MAKE CHIA SEED PUDDING
- Add the chia seeds, milk, and honey to a bowl or jar.
- Stir well so the seeds don’t clump together.
- Leave it in the fridge for at least 4 hours, or overnight for the best texture.
- The chia seeds will absorb the liquid and form a pudding.
- When ready to eat, top with your frozen berries. The cold berries add a nice contrast to the creamy pudding.
TIPS AND TRICKS FOR THE BEST RESULTS
Stir the mixture a couple of times in the first 30 minutes. This stops the chia seeds from sinking and helps everything thicken evenly.
If you prefer it sweeter, add a bit more honey. If you want it thicker, add an extra 5g of chia seeds.
For a protein boost, you can mix in a scoop of protein powder when adding the milk.
WHAT TO SERVE WITH CHIA SEED PUDDING
This recipe already has fats, carbs, and protein, but you can make it more filling with extras. A spoon of peanut butter or almond butter goes really well. Chocolate chips add a nice crunch if you’re in the mood. Swap the berries for banana, mango, or whatever fruit you like.
As with all of our recipes, please use this as inspiration and customise to your taste and fitness goals. The calories and macronutrient content of this recipe can be easily adapted by manipulating the amount of certain ingredients used.
