The Ultimate Creamy 5-Ingredient Coconut Chia Pudding Recipe
Make this incredibly creamy coconut chia pudding using only five simple, healthy ingredients. This dairy-free, gluten-free recipe sets up overnight, making it the ultimate make-ahead breakfast or nutritious snack.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Total Time: 4 hr 5 min
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1 cup full-fat canned coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup (or preferred sweetener)
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a medium bowl or a jar with a lid, combine the chia seeds, coconut milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt.
- Whisk or shake the mixture vigorously for about one minute to break up any clumps of chia seeds.
- Let the mixture sit on the counter for 5 minutes, then whisk or shake again thoroughly. This second mix prevents the seeds from settling at the bottom.
- Cover the bowl or seal the jar and place it in the refrigerator to chill for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, until the pudding thickens to a creamy consistency.
- Serve cold. Top with fresh berries, toasted coconut flakes, or sliced banana for extra flavor.
Notes
- For a lower-carb or keto chia pudding, substitute the maple syrup with a few drops of liquid stevia or monk fruit sweetener.
- If you prefer a thinner pudding, increase the coconut milk by 1/4 cup. For a thicker, almost solid pudding, use 3/4 cup of coconut milk.
- This recipe is naturally vegan and gluten free. It works well for healthy meal prep, providing a nutrient dense snack option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 of recipe
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 110
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 18
- Unsaturated Fat: 4
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 12
- Protein: 7
- Cholesterol: 0