Chia Pudding with Greek Yogurt

Chia Pudding with Greek Yogurt is deliciously creamy, totally healthy, and very quick and easy to make.  The perfect make-ahead breakfast or snack to grab on the go. Vegan-adaptable & Gluten-free. Video.

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It is highly likely that you have you heard of Chia Pudding.  It has been kind of popular for a while now.  But honestly, it deserves even more attention.  And if it is new to you, we are excited for you to give it a try!  It is a cinch to make with no cooking required.

Perfectly thick, creamy and rich tasting, we make our chia pudding with greek yogurt and then add fruit and spices as we each desire.  It is crazy easy to throw together!  Storing in your fridge in single-serving portions makes it so convenient to grab when you need a quick breakfast or snack.  It starts with a simple tasty base recipe.  Enjoy as is or try out our fun flavor additions that boost nutrition even more.

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Ingredients in Chia Pudding

• chia seeds
• hot water
• Greek yogurt
• nut milk of choice
• honey or maple syrup
• vanilla
• pinch of salt

Why we love Chia Seeds!

Chia seeds have a lot going for them: protein, fiber, omega 3’s, antioxidants, and essential minerals.  They are very neutral in taste and take on flavor readily.

When soaked in liquid, chia seeds set into a “pudding”.  The consistency is similar to tapioca.  Maybe not for everyone?  That’s ok.

How to make chia pudding

Choose your container.  I like using a quart ball jar, a bowl with a lid works too.

Step one:

Add hot boiled water and stir in chia.  This starts hydrating the chia into plump and silky morsels.  Let sit 5 minutes (just about the time it takes to add ingredients in Step two!).

Chia pudding is usually refrigerated overnight to plump up fully.  The hot water speeds up the process allowing you to enjoy the pudding within an hour!

Step two:

Add honey or maple syrup, vanilla and salt.

Step three:

Mix in yogurt and nut milk. Feel free to use vegan yogurt.

Step four:

Refrigerate, covered, for at least one hour before serving. You can also store in 8 oz containers for 4 portioned servings.

Chia Pudding Variations:

Add spices and fruit if desired.  Here are some of our favorite additions (see recipe):

• Golden Glow with turmeric, mango and dates.
• Mexican Cacao Dream with just a touch of anch0 chili and cinnamon.
• Berry Happy with a hint of cardamom and fresh berries.

Hope this chia pudding adds some ease and delight to your day!

Tonia

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Chia Pudding with Greek Yogurt

★★★★★ 5 from 18 reviews

• Author: Tonia Schemmel | Feasting at Home
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 10 minutes
• Yield: 4 cups 1x
• Category: Breakfast, Dessert
• Method: stirred
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

Delicious Chia Pudding with creamy Greek yogurt is totally healthy, deliciously creamy and so very fast and easy to make.  The perfect make-ahead breakfast or snack to grab on the go. Vegan adaptable!

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Ingredients

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Chia Yogurt Base Mix

• 1/3 cup chia seeds
• 1/2 cup boiled hot water
• 3 tablespoons honey (maple, coconut sugar)
• 2 teaspoon vanilla
• pinch of sea salt
• 1 1/2 cups greek yogurt (or vegan yogurt)
• 1 1/2 cups nut milk ( almond, hemp, oat, soy, etc.)

3 optional flavors:

Golden Glow

• 1 cup chia yogurt base mix
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
• 1/2 teaspoon ginger
• 1/8 teaspoon orange zest
• fresh cubed mango
• 2 dates
• toasted coconut flakes

Mexican Cacao Dream

• 1 cup chia yogurt base mix
• 2 teaspoons raw chocolate powder
• 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/8 teaspoon ancho chili powder
• 2 teaspoon maple syrup
• 2 teaspoon cacao nibs
• banana slices

Berry Happy

• 1 cup chia yogurt base mix
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
• fresh raspberries
• fresh blueberries
• fresh strawberries
• sliced almonds

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Instructions

1. In a bowl or quart jar, mix chia seeds and hot water.  Let sit about 5 minutes. This starts hydrating the chia seed more quickly.
2. Stir in vanilla, honey (or maple) and pinch of salt.
3. Add greek yogurt and nut milk.  Whisk to combine thoroughly. (At this point you could divide into 4 smaller jars.)
4. At this stage it will keep in the refrigerator for 4-5 days.
5. Add preferred flavor and fruits to serve. Refrigerate at least an hour before serving.

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Notes

If pre-making with fruit added: refrigerate and serve within 2-3 days.

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 cup
• Calories: 258
• Sugar: 22.2 g
• Sodium: 80.3 mg
• Fat: 9.8 g
• Saturated Fat: 3.1 g
• Carbohydrates: 28.1 g
• Fiber: 4.9 g
• Protein: 15.1 g
• Cholesterol: 15.7 mg

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