Chia Seed Pudding with Fruit
A quick, healthy breakfast option that's also a delicious dessert, made with chia seeds, milk, and your choice of seasonal fruits.
Ingredients
For the pudding
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds Can use black or white chia seeds.
- 1/2 cup milk Any type of milk (dairy, almond, oat) works.
- to taste sweetener (e.g., maple syrup) Optional
- a splash vanilla extract Optional
- a pinch ground cinnamon Optional
For the toppings
- fresh fruit (e.g., strawberries, blueberries, mango, peaches) Choose whatever is in season or on sale.
Instructions
Preparation
- Pour about two tablespoons of chia seeds into a jar or bowl.
- Add half a cup of milk.
- Swirl in sweetener to taste and add vanilla extract if desired.
- Stir well to combine.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
Serving
- Once thickened, top the pudding with sliced fruit.
Notes
This pudding can last up to five days in the fridge. Stir before serving if it thickens too much.