Fresh Creamy Vanilla Chia Pudding Cups
A silky, velvety vanilla chia pudding with fresh fruit toppings, perfect for a healthy dessert or breakfast. Easy to make, creamy, and customizable with simple pantry ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup chia seeds (about 40 grams)
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk (240 ml)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 to 2 tablespoons maple syrup (15–30 ml)
- Pinch of salt
- Fresh fruit toppings (seasonal berries, sliced kiwi, mango chunks, pomegranate seeds)
- Optional garnishes: toasted coconut flakes, chopped nuts (almonds, pistachios), sprinkle of cinnamon
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup (240 ml) of full-fat coconut milk with 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract and 1 to 2 tablespoons (15-30 ml) of maple syrup. Whisk well until the sweetener dissolves and the vanilla is evenly distributed.
- Sprinkle 1/4 cup (about 40 grams) of chia seeds into the liquid mixture. Stir thoroughly with a whisk or fork to prevent clumps.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid. Let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes, then stir again to break up any clumps.
- Transfer the mixture into individual serving cups or jars. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, until the pudding thickens.
- Just before serving, top each pudding cup with your choice of fresh fruit and optional garnishes like toasted coconut flakes or chopped nuts.
- Serve chilled and enjoy.
Notes
Stir the chia seeds thoroughly after 10 minutes to avoid clumps. Use full-fat coconut milk for the creamiest texture. Chill overnight for best results. Add fresh toppings just before serving to keep them vibrant. Can be customized with protein powder or different milk alternatives.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pudding cup (about
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 15
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 10
- Protein: 5
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