Overnight Chia Pudding (2 Ways!)

Chia pudding is the overnight creation you need to try. Why? It has minimal ingredients, endless flavor options, great health benefits, and takes less than a minute to prepare! Below is a basic chia pudding recipe as well as a chocolate version. Hurry into your kitchen to whip up your own unique flavors.

 

 

3 Ingredient Chia Pudding

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup chia seeds
• 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
• 1 tsp sweetener (honey, maple syrup, agave)
• Optional – 1/2 tsp vanilla

Instructions

In a jar large enough to hold all of the ingredients, mix together and let sit for 3-5 minutes. Stir again, cover, and place in your refrigerator overnight. Can be stored in your refrigerator for up to a week.

*Mason jars are great for making your chia pudding in because you can seal the top and stack them.

 

 

Chocolate Chia Pudding

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup chia seeds
• 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
• 2 Tbl cocoa powder
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 1 tsp sweetener (honey, maple syrup, agave)
• pinch of salt

Instructions are the same as “3 Ingredient Chia” above. 

 

 

Why Chia?

• High in Fiber which aids in digestion, gut health, and blood glucose levels
• Quality source of Protein which is good for building lean muscle
• Healthy fats, like your Omega-3s, that will keep you satisfied longer and are good for brain health

 

 

Nutrient information provided using Lose It! App

3 Ingredient Chia Pudding (using unsweetened soy milk and maple syrup)

Servings 2 | 143 Calories per Serving

7.3 grams fat (0.9 gram saturated), 0 mg cholesterol, 41.2 mg sodium, 12.4 grams carb, 7.7 grams fiber, 2.6 grams sugar, 6.2 grams protein.

Chocolate Chia Pudding (using soy milk and maple syrup)

Servings 2 | 192 Calories per Serving

12 grams fat (1.3 gram saturated), 0 mg cholesterol, 38 mg sodium, 18.1 grams carb, 13.6 grams fiber, 2.8 grams sugar, 10.8 grams protein.