Description
This Berry Vanilla Chia Pudding is a nutritious and delicious make-ahead breakfast or snack featuring creamy vanilla protein, mixed berries, and nutrient-packed chia seeds. It’s easy to prepare, naturally sweetened, and offers a perfect balance of protein, fiber, and antioxidants, making it ideal for a healthy lifestyle.
Ingredients
Scale
Pudding Base
- 3 tablespoons chia seeds
- 2 tablespoons vanilla protein powder
- 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
- 3/4 cup milk of choice (almond, coconut, soy, cow’s milk)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Fruit
- 1/4 cup frozen mixed berries
Optional Toppings
- Additional mixed berries
- Honey or maple syrup
Instructions
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Add the chia seeds, vanilla protein powder, and kosher salt to a jar. Mix thoroughly to ensure the dry ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Add Liquids and Berries: Pour in your milk of choice and vanilla extract into the jar. Stir well to combine, taking care to break up any clumps of chia seeds at the bottom. Gently fold in the frozen mixed berries to distribute them evenly throughout the pudding.
- Refrigerate to Set: Secure the lid on the jar and place it in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight. This allows the chia seeds to absorb the liquid fully, creating a creamy pudding texture.
- Serve and Garnish: Before serving, optionally add more fresh or frozen mixed berries on top. Drizzle with honey or maple syrup for added sweetness if desired.
Notes
- Use any milk variety to suit dietary preferences or restrictions.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding honey or maple syrup as preferred.
- For best texture, refrigerate the pudding overnight.
- Chia seeds absorb liquid and expand, so ensure you mix well to avoid clumps.
- This pudding can be prepared in advance for a quick grab-and-go breakfast.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 9 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
