🍮 Chia Pudding with Coconut Milk
🎯 Difficulty: Easy
⏱️ Time: 5 minutes prep + 2–4 hours chilling
🍽️ Servings: 2
🔥 Estimated Calories: ~250–300 kcal per serving
🧂 Ingredients
- Chia seeds: 4 tbsp (~240 kcal)
- Coconut milk (full-fat or light): 1 cup (~150–200 kcal)
- Maple syrup or honey: 1–2 tsp (~20–40 kcal)
- Vanilla extract (optional): 1/2 tsp
- Toppings (optional):
- Fresh fruits (mango, berries, banana): 1/4 cup (~30–50 kcal)
- Toasted coconut flakes: 1 tbsp (~50 kcal)
- Nuts or seeds: 1 tbsp (~50 kcal)
👨🍳 Step-by-step Instructions
Step 1: Mix Ingredients
In a bowl or jar, combine chia seeds, coconut milk, sweetener (maple syrup or honey), and vanilla extract (if using). Stir well.
Step 2: Let It Sit
Let the mixture sit for 5–10 minutes, then stir again to prevent clumping.
Step 3: Chill
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight) until it thickens into a pudding-like consistency.
Step 4: Serve
Give it a final stir and serve chilled. Top with your favorite fruits, nuts, or coconut flakes.
💡 Tips
- For a thinner pudding, add a bit more coconut milk.
- Use plant-based sweeteners (like stevia) for a low-carb version.
- Prep in jars for easy grab-and-go breakfasts.
- Add a pinch of salt to enhance flavor balance.