Easy Vanilla Chia Pudding
This Easy Vanilla Chia Pudding is creamy, lightly sweet, and perfectly satisfying with a smooth, spoonable texture. Made with simple ingredients and a hint of vanilla, it’s a wholesome make-ahead breakfast or snack that feels indulgent but stays light.If you love easy dinners like Easy Lasagna Cups or Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Chili, this recipe belongs in your regular rotation.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- ¼ cup chia seeds
- White or black chia seeds both work.
- 1 cup milk
- Use dairy milk almond milk, oat milk, or coconut milk.
- 1 –2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
- Adjust sweetness to taste.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Adds warm dessert-like flavor.
Optional Toppings
- Fresh berries
- Sliced banana
- Chopped nuts
- Nut butter
- Coconut flakes
Instructions
1. Mix the Ingredients
- Add chia seeds, milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract to a bowl or jar. Stir very well for 30–60 seconds to prevent clumping.
2. Rest and Stir Again
- Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes, then stir again. This second stir is important for even texture.
3. Chill
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
4. Serve
- Give it a final stir, add toppings, and enjoy cold.
- That’s it. No stove, no blender, no mess.
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Notes
📝 Notes
- Use any milk you prefer: dairy, almond, oat, or soy.
- Vanilla extract enhances the flavor—pure vanilla works best.
- Sweeten with maple syrup, honey, or your preferred natural sweetener.
- Stir the mixture well before refrigerating to prevent clumps.
- Refrigerate for at least 2–3 hours or overnight for best texture.
- Add fresh fruit, granola, or nuts as toppings when serving.
- Store in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Shake or stir before eating if the pudding thickens too much.