Description
This creamy Coconut Chia Pudding is a simple, healthy, and delicious make-ahead breakfast or snack that combines light coconut milk with nutrient-packed chia seeds. Sweetened naturally with honey or maple syrup for a vegan option, and flavored with pure vanilla extract, it’s a versatile base perfect for a variety of fresh fruit, jam, or nut toppings. Ready to enjoy after an overnight chill, this pudding offers a satisfying texture and tropical flavor that fits well into many diets.
Ingredients
Scale
Pudding Base
- 1 14-ounce can light coconut milk
- 5 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon honey (use maple syrup to make vegan)
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Tiny pinch kosher salt
Toppings (optional)
- Fresh fruit (such as berries, mango, or banana slices)
- Jam of choice
- Nuts (e.g. almonds, walnuts, or pecans)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl or large liquid measuring cup, stir together the light coconut milk, chia seeds, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a tiny pinch of kosher salt until the chia seeds are evenly distributed. A fork works well to ensure thorough mixing.
- Refrigerate Overnight: Cover the mixture and place it in the refrigerator overnight to allow the chia seeds to absorb the liquid and thicken into a pudding-like texture. If possible, stir the mixture again before refrigerating, but if you forget, it’s okay.
- Stir and Adjust Sweetness: The next morning, stir the pudding once more to evenly combine the chia seeds throughout. Taste the pudding and add extra maple syrup or honey if you prefer it sweeter.
- Serve with Toppings: Portion the pudding into bowls and add your choice of toppings such as fresh fruit, jam, or nuts for extra flavor and texture. Enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Use maple syrup instead of honey to keep the recipe vegan.
- Light coconut milk keeps the pudding lower in calories compared to full-fat coconut milk.
- The pudding can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Chia seeds are high in fiber and omega-3 fatty acids, making this pudding a nutritious option.
- Feel free to experiment with different toppings and natural sweeteners to suit your taste.
