'Foolproof' chia seed pudding recipe for a quick and healthy breakfast – without oats

A healthy, filling meal is the best way to start the day, and people often turn to eggs or oats to get their morning fix.

But there are many more recipes that can be made in a hurry and enjoyed either at home or on the go.

Instead of making overnight oats, chef Natalya at Momsdish recommended whipping up a tasty chia seed pudding.

The versatile dish is a “foolproof” option that can be flavoured with almost anything – from berries and bananas, to chocolate and syrups.

She said: “This chia pudding is creamy, filling, & perfect for a healthy breakfast, after-school snack, or dessert. So easy to make, you can hardly call it a recipe!”

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Ingredients

For four servings:

• Eight tablespoons of chia seeds
• Two cups (473ml) milk – coconut or almond are best
• Two teaspoons of honey or maple syrup

Making the pudding cups ahead of time can be done in just five minutes and they will stay fresh in the fridge for days, just like overnight oats. 

• 8 tbsp chia seeds
• 2 cups coconut or almond milk
• 2 tsp honey or maple syrup

To make the chia breakfast pudding, place all of the ingredients into one large jar, or four single-serving containers. Ensure each one can be sealed with an airtight lid before filling them up.

Once the mixture has been poured into each jar, leave the ingredients to sit in the airtight containers for three to four minutes.

After this, shake or stir the pudding with a fork or a spoon and seal it up again. Refrigerate for at least two hours before serving. 

Chef Natalya said: “To keep the pudding on hand for up to a week, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Only make as much as you can eat within seven days, as it doesn’t tend to freeze very well. Upon thawing, the texture becomes a bit gritty.”

While the three-ingredient recipe provides a simple base pudding, there are endless combinations of fillings and toppings that can be added.

Some of the chef-turned-food-bloggers recommendations include:

• Fresh fruit – berries, sliced banana, mango or pineapple
• Nut butter – peanut, almond, sunflower or cashew butter
• Jams or marmalade
• Granola – clusters or flavoured are best
• Spices – cinnamon, cardamom or nutmeg