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A small glass jar filled with chia pudding, topped with sliced strawberries, dark cherries, granola, and a spoon. Another similar jar is in the background on a white surface.
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Yogurt Chia Pudding

This healthy, creamy yogurt chia pudding is the perfect breakfast. Full of fiber and healthy fat, this pudding will keep you satisfied for hours. And for the meal-preppers, chia puddings holds up for a few days in the fridge, making this an excellent make-ahead meal.
Prep Time5 minutes
Chill Time3 hours
Total Time3 hours 5 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chia pudding, chia recipe, healthy breakfast, healthy recipes
Servings: 2 servings
Author: The Modern Nonna

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • In a bowl or mason jar, add the almond milk, yogurt, salt, vanilla, and maple syrup. Stir or whisk well. Add the chia seeds and stir again.
    A glass jar filled with layers of yogurt, chia seeds, and protein powder, placed on a light marble surface.
  • Wait 15 minutes for the mixture to to thicken and stir again (this will help break up any seed clumps). Optionally, add your favorite protein powder and whisk again.
    A glass jar filled with creamy beige sauce, possibly salad dressing, with visible herbs and a layer of oil at the bottom, set on a white surface with a white tiled background.
  • Cover and refrigerate until the pudding thickens; anywhere from 4 to 8 hours or until the dish reaches your desired texture.
    A small glass jar filled with creamy white sauce that has visible black pepper specks, placed on a light marble surface.
  • For a creamy, pudding-like texture, once the mixture is thick, add it to a blender and blend until smooth. Enjoy with any toppings, such as fresh fruits or granola. This pudding will keep in the fridge for up to 3 days.
    A glass jar filled with chia seed pudding, topped with granola, sliced strawberries, and blueberries. A spoon is placed in the jar, and another similar jar is visible in the background.

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Notes

  • High-protein Additions: Mix in your favorite protein powder, nut butter and substitute yogurt for blended cottage cheese to create a high-protein pudding.
  • Vegan Substitutes: For vegan pudding, feel free to substitute in your favorite vegan yogurt. 
  • Sweeteners: Sweeten your pudding with monk fruit or Stevia instead of maple syrup or honey. 
  • Flavor Profiles: Play with different flavor profiles by adding chocolate, tropical fruit, or seasonal flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 321kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 247mg | Potassium: 372mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 173IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 504mg | Iron: 3mg
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