Chia Seed Pudding
Chia seeds thicken in dairy-free milk for a make-ahead pudding topped with banana. Chill for at least two hours before serving.
Serving ideas and preparation tips
Make this the evening before and stir again before serving. Add the fruit at serving time for the freshest texture.
On this page: Recipe card · Why you’ll love this recipe · Items needed · Ingredient notes · Storage and make-ahead · Common questions
Why you’ll love this recipe
- The ingredient combination. Chia seeds, almond milk and banana form the base of this pudding.
- A chilled, spoonable option. The seeds thicken in the liquid during the resting time, so you can prepare the base ahead.
- A defined yield. The card makes 2 servings. Use its serving control to scale ingredient amounts, then reassess pan space and cooking time.
Items needed
Gather the tools for the method you plan to use. Alternate cooking methods may need different appliances.
- Whisk
- Lidded jar or container
- Kitchen scale
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredient notes
- Measured portions. Use a kitchen scale for the gram amounts in the card, especially chia seeds and almond milk.
- Prepare before you start. Measure chia seeds, almond milk and banana and follow any slicing, chopping, rinsing, or thawing directions in the ingredient list.
- Packaged ingredients. Check labels for your dietary needs and use the products named in the card when matching its nutrition estimates. A brand change can also change salt, sweetness, or thickness.
Chia Seed Pudding
Ingredients
Method
- Whisk the chia seeds with the dairy-free milk in a jar. Stir again after 5 minutes to break up clumps.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight, until thickened.
- Add the listed fruit and any measured syrup or cinnamon just before serving. Divide into the number of servings shown.
Nutrition
Notes
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Keep the prepared mixture covered in the refrigerator at 40°F or below. Follow any storage limit in the recipe notes and the shortest opened-product guidance for the milk or yogurt you use. Add crisp toppings close to serving.
Common questions
Can I skip the resting time?
The rest lets the seeds or oats absorb liquid. Follow the minimum rest in the method; serving it earlier will give a different texture.
How should I use the calories and macros?
The card lists estimates for its stated serving size. Use the listed ingredients and portions as the basis; changing brands, substitutions, toppings, or sides can change the values.
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Nutrition is calculated per serving from the measured ingredients in the recipe card. Use the serving control to scale ingredient quantities; nutrition remains per serving.
