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This 4-Ingredient chia pudding is high in protein and super creamy. All you need is chia seeds, milk, Greek yogurt and honey!
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Ingredients and substitutions
- Greek yogurt – plain yogurt would also work.
- Honey – add in another sweetener of your choice like maple syrup or agave.
- Chia seeds – chia seeds and flax seeds both have similar benefits in terms of nutrients, and since they also have a similar texture, you can swap out the chia seeds for flax seeds in a pinch.
- Unsweetened almond milk – feel free to use any non-dairy milk or plant-based milk of your choice like coconut milk.
Topping ideas
- Strawberries, blueberries or kiwi – swap out for any fresh or frozen fruit of your choice.
- Shredded coconut or granola – this is optional but it gives your pudding a little crunch. You can also try adding on some nuts or cereal.
How to make chia pudding
Step 1: Add everything to a jar.
Add the Greek yogurt and honey to a mason jar, then stir in the chia seeds and the almond milk.
Step 2: Stir then refrigerate.
Wait one minute, then stir the mixture again. Place the lid on the jar, then chill in the fridge for at least an hour.
Step 3: Add on any toppings.
Step 4: Serve and enjoy!
More topping ideas
This yogurt chia pudding recipe is super versatile, so you can get creative with lots of different add-ons and mix-ins for more sweetness and flavor. Here are a few of my favourite ideas:
- Add in some cocoa powder or chocolate chips for more of a dessert pudding
- Mix in some vanilla or almond extract
- Stir in some shredded coconut for a tropical flavor
- Top with kiwi, pineapple, mango, peaches, cherries, raspberries and more
- Add on a nut butter like almond butter or peanut butter
Keep in mind that some toppings keep better than others. Fresh berries tend to keep better in the fridge than other fruits. If you want to add on fruits that oxidize like apples or bananas, you should only add them on right before you serve your pudding.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of chia seeds should you use?
You can use either black or white chia seeds for this recipe, as they both provide the same health benefits. I'd recommend staying away from brown chia seeds, as they don't have the same nutritional benefits that white and black chia seeds do.
Is chia pudding healthy?
Chia pudding is an incredible source of protein, fiber, omega-3’s and all that good stuff. When you top your pudding with fruit, it just gets even better! Whether you're having it for breakfast or as a snack in between meals, it’s an awesome addition to your weekly meal planning because it's so easy to make and really good for you. I like chia pudding because it's delicious, but I LOVE chia pudding because it's SO healthy.
How long should it soak for?
Your chia pudding will need to soak in the fridge for at least one hour before serving.
What does it taste like?
Chia pudding is sweet, thick and creamy, and tastes a bit like tapioca pudding. The great thing about chia seeds is that while they're rich in protein, essential minerals and antioxidants, they don't carry any flavour of their own. This recipe will taste like the ingredients you've opted to include, and may have a crunch if you've added some granola or nuts over top.
Can you just add chia seeds to yogurt?
Yes! If you don't want to add in the other liquid and mix-in ingredients, you can just stir some chia seeds into your favorite Greek or plain yogurt. I like soaking them overnight with different add-ins for the best texture.
How long does chia pudding last?
This yogurt chia seed pudding tastes best when it's made fresh, so I recommend making it the day-of if possible. That being said, you can meal prep it and store it in the fridge for up to 5 days. That’s why I like making my chia pudding in mason jars – it’s so easy to just pull one out of the fridge, add on your toppings and dig in.
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Yogurt Chia Seed Pudding
This 4-Ingredient chia pudding is high in protein and super creamy. All you need is chia seeds, milk, Greek yogurt and honey!
4.94 from 29 votes
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Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 373kcal
Author: Taylor Stinson
Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Chill time: 1 hour hour
Total Time: 1 hour hour 10 minutes minutes
Ingredients
- 2 cups Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1/2 cup chia seeds
- 3 cups unsweetened soy milk
Topping ideas
- 1/4 cup Strawberries
- 1/4 cup Blueberries
- 2 kiwi
Instructions
In a large bowl, mix Greek yogurt, honey, chia seeds and soy milk together, stirring to combine.
Wait one minute, then stir mixture again. Divide evenly among 4 (16 oz) mason jars or medium-sized containers with lids. Top with fruit.
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving (I like to make mine the night before).
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Notes
NOTE: Nutritional info does not include toppings.
Try out different flavours and mix-ins like cocoa powder, vanilla extract and more.
Refrigerate the chia pudding for at least 1 hour before serving.
Store this recipe in the fridge for up to 5 days in mason jars. Add on fresh toppings and dig in!
Nutrition
Calories: 373kcal (19%)Carbohydrates: 38g (13%)Protein: 17g (34%)Fat: 19g (29%)Saturated Fat: 8g (50%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 3mg (1%)Sodium: 155mg (7%)Potassium: 493mg (14%)Fiber: 10g (42%)Sugar: 24g (27%)Vitamin A: 393IU (8%)Vitamin C: 1mg (1%)Calcium: 456mg (46%)Iron: 3mg (17%)
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Hey there, my name's Taylor! I’m the founder of The Girl on Bloor, a food blog where I share healthy meal prep recipes for busy people. I'm a busy city girl living in downtown Toronto on (you guessed it!) Bloor Street. I've got 10 years experience meal prepping, along with a Master's degree in journalism, and you can find my work across the internet featured on publications such as Buzzfeed, HuffPost, Women's Health, Reader's Digest and more. I'm also the founder of Dinner Prep Pro, which is a meal prep app and community that helps busy people get more time back, save money on food and reduce stress during the work week. Thanks for being here and I hope to inspire you with my recipes and meal planning tips!
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Roberta says
Mine came out to be so watery, I don’t know what I did wrong 😢
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Taylor Stinson says
Did you let it sit for the advised time?
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Anne says
Could you freeze these?
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Taylor Stinson says
Unfortunately no, I recommend they be eaten within 5-6 days of making them.
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Beverly Hayes says
Do the 373 calories per serving account for toppings? Thank you!
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Taylor Stinson says
No it does not, but if you added fruit it would account for minimal extra calories.
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lacey says
Though it is very delicious after eating it for breakfast for two days I got extremely bloated. The chia seeds I believe are the culprit to that.Reply
Lisa Lamirand says
This was delicious and so easy. In all truth- I added my ingredients, made another one, came back and stirred them both- and put them in my fridge. I am thinking a peanut butter/cocoa powder one may be in my near future!Reply
Taylor Stinson says
I’m so happy you enjoyed!
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DawnD says
Will this recipe work with ground chia seeds rather than whole seeds? Any difference in the preparation?
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Taylor Stinson says
I’ve never used ground before so unfortunately I can’t advise. I think the texture would be very different, you could always cut the recipe in half and try it out!
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Natasha says
I subbed coconut yogurt and maple syrup and it turned out perfect! The texture was a lot better than most chia puddings I’ve tried.Reply
Taylor Stinson says
I’m so happy you enjoyed!
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Zeel says
I made this pudding today using exact amount of ingredients mentioned and it turned out sooooooo delicious. I think this will be my go to recipe whether I want to have it for breakfast or as a healthy dessert. I love that there are only 4 simple ingredients. Thank you so much for the recipe!Reply
Taylor Stinson says
I’m so happy you enjoyed!
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emma says
could i add oats?Reply
Taylor Stinson says
Yes, you for sure could! I recommend 1/4 cup per jar.
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4.94 from 29 votes (24 ratings without comment)
