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Vanilla chia pudding topped with fresh strawberries, blueberries, and granola

Vanilla Chia Pudding: The Creamy, Healthy Breakfast You’ll Love

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This Vanilla Chia Pudding is creamy, lightly sweet, and bursting with comforting vanilla flavor. Made with just a few wholesome ingredients — chia seeds, almond milk, and pure vanilla extract — it’s the perfect make-ahead breakfast, healthy dessert, or post-workout snack.
Naturally vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, this easy recipe delivers all the taste with none of the guilt.

  • Total Time: 4 hours 5 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 3 tablespoons chia seeds

  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or coconut, oat, or cashew milk)

  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (or vanilla bean paste)

  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey (optional, to taste)

  • A pinch of sea salt (optional, enhances flavor)

Optional Toppings:

  • Fresh fruit (berries, banana slices, or mango chunks)

  • Granola or coconut flakes

  • A drizzle of nut butter or chocolate sauce

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients:
    In a mixing bowl or jar, whisk together almond milk, vanilla extract, maple syrup, and sea salt.

  2. Add Chia Seeds:
    Stir in the chia seeds, mixing thoroughly to distribute them evenly.

  3. Let It Sit:
    Allow the mixture to rest for 10–15 minutes, then stir again to break up any clumps.

  4. Refrigerate:
    Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, until thickened into a pudding-like texture.

  5. Serve:
    Stir before serving, then top with fresh fruit, granola, or your favorite toppings.

  • Author: chef agh
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4 hours (or overnight)
  • Category: Dessert
  • Cuisine: american