Every spoonful of this Thick and Creamy Chia Seed Pudding is incredible. It truly is the thickest and creamiest chia seed pudding you will ever have - and so quick and easy to make. Simply whisk together five pantry ingredients to create this filling and satisfying no-cook make-ahead nutritious breakfast. It is vegan, grain-free, naturally sweetened and flavored with a touch of vanilla.
Thick and Creamy Chia Seed Pudding
I thought I knew what creamy chia seed pudding was until I added one magical ingredient: full-fat coconut milk. Total game changer in the thick and creamy category. Plus it gives it a subtle and naturally sweet coconut flavor that makes this chia seed pudding extra delicious. And, I find the full-fat coconut milk to be even more filling so this meal keeps me full longer than most chia seed pudding recipes. You could even add a scoop of your favorite protein powder for more staying power.
How to Make Perfectly Thick and Creamy Chia Seed Pudding
I have been making this recipe a lot lately since it doesn't require any cooking and it calls for all pantry ingredients that I always seem to have on hand. It is so easy to make. Simple whisk everything together in five minute intervals for twenty minutes. I usually multitask and do this while I'm cooking dinner so that the next morning I have perfectly thick and creamy chia seed pudding. By whisking every five minutes during the first twenty minutes the chia seeds will be evenly distributed throughout the pudding instead of all sunk to the bottom. If you are short on time, even doing it for the first fifteen minutes makes a huge difference.
The thickness and creaminess in this recipe comes from canned full-fat coconut milk. It is naturally thick and creamy and works so well in this recipe. It makes it taste like real pudding that you would eat for dessert. It is so decadent and yet totally dairy-free.
All About Chia Seeds
When you combine chia seeds with liquid, they expand to form a “gel” (which is why they work so well in this “pudding” recipe). Chia seeds are low in calories and offer important nutrients including essential fatty acids (omega-3 and 6), antioxidants and minerals such as calcium, iron and magnesium. They are also rich in fiber. In fact, this entire recipe uses two tablespoons of chia seeds which provide 38% of your recommended daily fiber. More fiber means you will feel fuller longer and your digestive system will thank you.
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My friend, Laney from Life is But a Dish makes a delicious Almond Butter and Jelly Chia Seed Pudding recipe that I also highly recommend.
Now, Let’s Make Some Thick and Creamy Chia Seed Pudding!
This easy no-cook Thick and Creamy Chia Seed Pudding recipe will be your new go-to make ahead nutritious breakfast or snack. It is naturally vegan, gluten-free, grain-free, peanut-free, legume-free, paleo-friendly and refined sugar-free so it works well for many types of diets.
I cannot wait for you to give this recipe a try! Let’s get whisking!
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Thick and Creamy Chia Seed Pudding
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 2 1x
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
Every spoonful of this Thick and Creamy Chia Seed Pudding is incredible. It truly is the thickest and creamiest chia seed pudding you will ever have - and so quick and easy to make. Simply whisk together five pantry ingredients to create this filling and satisfying no-cook make-ahead nutritious breakfast. It is vegan, grain-free, naturally sweetened and flavored with a touch of vanilla.
Ingredients
- ¾ cup full fat coconut milk*
- ¼ cup unsweetened plain almond milk (or oat milk or cashew milk)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
Instructions
- In a 2-cup container whisk together the milks, maple syrup and vanilla until well combined. Add the chia seeds and whisk again.
- Whisk briefly every 5 minutes for the first 20 minutes. Cover with an airtight lid and place in your refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Divide into two bowls and enjoy plain or for a more filling meal top with hemp seeds, fresh fruit (blueberries or mango are my favorite and my kids love banana slices and strawberries), unsweetened shredded coconut, granola, almond butter and/or raspberry chia jam.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Notes
*Use canned full fat coconut milk that is room temperature. Shake the can vigorously before opening and measuring for this recipe. Save extra coconut milk for a smoothie, soup or stew.
- Prep Time: 5
- Category: Breakfast or Snack
- Method: Whisk and Chill
Keywords: thick and creamy chia seed pudding
L. M. says
Looking at the photos, those look like hemp seeds, not chia seeds.
Elaine Gordon says
Hi, Linda. I can see how you would think that but I promise it is really chia seeds :). Once they soak for awhile in the creamy white liquid it changes a bit. Also, if you ever want white chia seeds they do make white chia seeds! I hope you get a chance to try this recipe out soon! Best, Elaine