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Raspberry and Blueberry Chia Pudding

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Raspberry and blueberry chia seed pudding is one of the easiest healthy breakfast recipes out there! Frozen fruit is blended and omega-3 rich chia seeds are soaked in the fruit overnight. It’s as simple as that! The recipe takes about 5 minutes to make (they do need time to soak), and there are a lot of variations that you can try.

Two glass mason jars filled with red and purple chia seed pudding and white yogurt in a layering pattern

What Does Chia Seed Pudding Taste Like?

Depending on what fruit you decide to use, it will taste like that! Chia seeds themselves are pretty flavorless, and they end up absorbing all of the sweet and tangy essence of the fruit that you soak them in.

As far as texture, they are slightly, for lack of a better work, ‘gooey’. But not in a bad way! Its almost a texture similar to cottage cheese, where you feel like you need to chew, but you probably don’t, if that makes sense.

As long as you use a fruit that you like, you are going to absolutely love chia seed pudding. Not only is it easy to make, but it’s also SUPER healthy!

Chia Pudding Nutrition

Let’s dive into some of the incredible health benefits of the ingredients used in this Mediterranean Diet breakfast recipe!

  • CHIA SEEDS – Chia seeds are full of fiber, which takes longer to digest, helping you feel full for longer. This can help with weight loss. Chia seeds are also a great source of plant-based omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants which help to fight disease AND FREE RADICALS in the body.

    Just 2 tbsp of chia seeds contain about 10 grams of fiber and over 20% of the recommended daily intake of magnesium and phosphorus!

  • BLUEBERRIES – Blueberries are known as a superfood with one of the highest levels of antioxidants. They are studied for their potential ability to lower blood pressure, prevent heart disease, improve memory, and aid in exercise recovery.

  • RASPBERRIES – As a great source of fiber, manganese, and antioxidants, red raspberries not only aid in immune function, but they also help to fill you up and may reduce the risk of certain diseases.

Tips About This Chia Pudding Recipe

Feel free to use fresh fruit or frozen fruit! The nutrients between the two don’t change, and either one will work. I used frozen blueberries and raspberries for this recipe, and the only thing I noticed is that frozen blueberries feel a little ‘grainy’ the next day. But it didn’t bother me! Using frozen fruit is also a great way to save money on organic fruit!

You also want to make sure that you are blending the fruit for at least 45 seconds. You may need to scrape the sides of the blender down to make sure everything is blended evenly.

  • A super important thing to note is that chia seeds do go bad. So if your chia seeds have been sitting in the pantry for a long time, you may want to replace them. What will happen is the chia pudding won’t gel and thicken very well.

And lastly, make sure you are refrigerating it for at least 8 hours. The chia seeds need time to soak or they will not reach the gell-like consistency that we want.

FAQ’s

Can you make chia pudding with water?

You can, but it will be less creamy. Chia seeds are very mild, which is why they are great for absorbing the flavor of other ingredients. The milk we recommend helps to make it creamy and adds to the flavor, but if you want to use water you definitely can.

Can you freeze chia pudding?

You can absolutely freeze chia seed pudding! Follow all of the steps, and after you put the lid on, place it in the freezer. It will freeze for up to 3 months, and when you’re ready to enjoy just place it in the fridge overnight to thaw.

Do you have to let the chia seeds soak overnight?

If you are in a pinch, you can let the chia seeds soak in the fruit and milk mixture in the refrigerator for two hours. They will absorb enough liquid to diminish their crunchy texture enough for a pudding-like consistency.

What Toppings Are Best?

The best part about chia pudding is that there are so many variations that you can make! I’ve even seen an eggnog chia pudding recipe! As for the toppings, you can try any combination of the following:

  • Granola

  • Fresh Berries and Fruit

  • Nut Butter

  • Cacao Nibs

  • Chocolate Chips

  • Dried Fruit Pieces

  • Shredded Coconut

  • Spices like Cinnamon

  • Nuts and Seeds

  • Herbs like Basil and Mint

What Milk For Chia Pudding?

You can use any kind of milk that you want! A lot of people wonder if you can make chia pudding with regular milk, and you definitely can. It all has to do with your own preference.

Almond milk and oat milk are great options for anyone on a vegan diet.

Cow milk and goat milk are also great options. If you want to learn more about why goats milk is actually a great option for people who have a dairy milk allergy, check out my Creamy Mushroom in Goat Cheese Sauce recipe where I go into some of the research!

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Raspberry and Blueberry Chia Pudding

Frozen fruit is blended and omega-3 rich chia seeds are soaked in the fruit overnight. It's as simple as that! The recipe takes about 5 minutes to make (they do need time to soak), and there are a lot of variations that you can try.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Refrigerate 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 5 minutes
Course Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 2
Calories 368 kcal

Equipment

  • Blender

Ingredients
  

Blueberry Chia Pudding

  • 3/4 cup frozen blueberries fresh is also fine
  • 1/4 cup chia seeds
  • 1/2 cup milk of choice
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
  • 1/4 cup plain greek yogurt

Raspberry Chia Pudding

  • 3/4 cup frozen raspberries fresh is also fine
  • 1/4 cup chia seeds
  • 1/2 cup milk of choice
  • 1/4 cup plain greek yogurt

Optional

  • granola
  • fresh fruit

Instructions
 

  • Place the frozen fruit in a blender with the milk and vanilla extract (if you choose to use it with the blueberries. It adds some extra flavor).  Blend on high for at least 60 seconds until the fruit is pureed.
  • Pour it into a bowl and mix it with 1/4 cup chia seeds.  Cover the bowl with a lid or plastic wrap and refrigerate it for at least 8 hours (overnight works great), and up to three days.  If you are making another fruit, repeat the process with a rinsed out blender.
  • Divide the chia pudding between two mason jars, layering each serving with the pudding, yogurt and optional granola and/or berries.  The pudding is good in the refrigerator for up to three days.
  • *Note – I repeated the process with raspberries and blueberries, and the recipe made enough for two small mason jars.  If you would like to prepare more, double the recipe for each fruit you choose to make.

Nutrition

Calories: 368kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 17gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 17mgSodium: 72mgPotassium: 539mgFiber: 19gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 267IUVitamin C: 18mgCalcium: 488mgIron: 4mg
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