Vanilla Chia Pudding with Cinnamon Recipe
A simple and nutritious Vanilla Chia Pudding with Cinnamon, perfect for a quick breakfast or healthy snack. This recipe blends chia seeds with almond milk, sweetened with maple syrup or honey, and infused with pure vanilla and warming cinnamon, creating a creamy, pudding-like texture after resting overnight. Customize with your favorite toppings such as fresh fruit or nuts for added flavor and crunch.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes (including resting time)
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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Chia Pudding Base
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1 cup almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt (optional, to enhance flavor)
Toppings (Optional)
- Fresh fruit
- Granola
- Nuts
- Coconut flakes
- Additional drizzle of sweetener (honey or maple syrup)
Instructions
- Mix the Ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, combine the chia seeds, almond milk, maple syrup or honey, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt (if using). Whisk thoroughly to ensure the chia seeds are evenly distributed and don’t clump together.
- Let It Rest: Cover the bowl with a lid or plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator. Let it sit for at least 2-3 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the chia seeds to absorb the liquid and develop a pudding-like texture.
- Stir Occasionally: After the first 30 minutes of refrigeration, give the mixture another stir to break up any clumps, ensuring a smooth and consistent texture throughout.
- Check Consistency: Before serving, check the pudding’s thickness. If it’s too thick, stir in a splash of milk to loosen it. If it’s too thin, add an additional teaspoon of chia seeds and let it rest for another 20 minutes.
- Serve and Garnish: Spoon the pudding into individual serving bowls or jars. Add your favorite toppings such as fresh fruit, granola, nuts, or a drizzle of honey for extra flavor and texture.
- Enjoy or Store: Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 5 days for a convenient, nutritious grab-and-go breakfast or snack.
Notes
- Use any milk of your choice, such as oat, soy, or cow’s milk, for different flavors and textures.
- Adjust sweetness to your preference by varying the amount of maple syrup or honey.
- For a thicker pudding, increase chia seeds slightly; for thinner, add more milk.
- It’s best to stir the pudding halfway through the soaking period to avoid clumps.
- Store covered in the refrigerator and consume within 5 days for optimal freshness.
- Make it vegan by using maple syrup or other plant-based sweeteners instead of honey.
Keywords: chia pudding, vanilla chia pudding, cinnamon chia pudding, healthy breakfast, vegan pudding, dairy-free snack
