Poppy Seed Chia Pudding (Printable Version)

A creamy, nourishing pudding combining chia seeds and poppy seeds for a delightful breakfast or healthy dessert.

# What You Need:

→ Base

01 - 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
02 - 1/2 cup chia seeds
03 - 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
04 - 2 to 3 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - Pinch of salt

→ Topping

07 - 1/2 cup fresh berries such as blueberries or raspberries
08 - 1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds
09 - 1 tablespoon shredded coconut

# Directions:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the almond milk, chia seeds, poppy seeds, maple syrup or honey, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
02 - Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes, then whisk again to prevent clumping and ensure even distribution of seeds.
03 - Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, until thickened to a pudding-like consistency.
04 - Stir the pudding before serving. Spoon into bowls or jars and top with fresh berries, toasted almonds, and shredded coconut as desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It feels like eating dessert for breakfast without any guilt
  • The make ahead nature saves frantic mornings
02 -
  • The second whisk after 5 minutes prevents clumpy disasters
  • Overnight resting makes the texture significantly better
03 -
  • Warm the pudding slightly in winter for comfort food vibes
  • Use a mason jar to shake instead of whisking for easy cleanup
Go Back