Serve it with fresh fruit compote.
Vanilla Chia Pudding
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Chia seeds soaked in milk until they swell into a soft, creamy gel, lightly sweetened with maple syrup and vanilla. It needs no cooking, only time in the fridge. Makes 3 jars in about 4 hr 20 min.
Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Cooling
4 hr
Total
4 hr 20 min
Servings
3
Diet
Gluten free
Ingredients
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servings
Scales from a half to a double batch; give a bigger batch a little more time.
- 7 tbsp (60 g)chia seeds
- 2 cups (480 ml)whole milk
- 2 tbsp (30 ml)pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp (5 ml)pure vanilla extract
- 1 pinchfine sea salt
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Instructions
- Whisk the milk, maple syrup, vanilla and salt in a bowl or jar.
- Add the chia seeds and whisk well for 1 minute.
- Wait 10 minutes, then whisk again to break up any clumps that have settled.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight, until thick and spoonable.
- Stir, adding a splash of milk if too thick, and divide among three jars.
Tips
- Whisk twice, 10 minutes apart; this is the key step for a smooth gel.
- Use 1 part chia to about 6 to 8 parts liquid by volume for a soft pudding.
- Plant milks work well and make it vegan.
- Good with fresh fruit compote.
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Recipe FAQ
How long does it take to make vanilla chia pudding?
Plan on 10 minutes of prep and 10 minutes of cooking, plus 4 hours to chill. The recipe makes 3 jars (3 servings).
How should I store vanilla chia pudding?
Refrigerate covered for up to 5 days.
Can I make vanilla chia pudding ahead?
Yes. It needs time to chill and set, so it is a good one to make the day before you serve it.
Can I use a different form of vanilla?
Yes. This recipe uses 1 tsp pure vanilla extract (5 ml). Each teaspoon of pure vanilla extract can be swapped for 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, the seeds of half a vanilla bean, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder. Paste and seeds add the classic dark specks.
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Nutrition
Per serving = 1 of 3 servings this recipe makes.
242
Calories / serving
11.6g
Fat
26.8g
Carbs
8.7g
Protein
18.9g
Sugar
Whole recipe (3 servings): ~726 cal · 35g fat · 80g carbs · 26g protein · 57g sugar
Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.
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