This easy 4-ingredient Coconut Cream Chia Seed Pudding is the ultimate protein-packed breakfast, dessert, or snack!
It is a simple chia pudding recipe made from healthy, nutritious ingredients like chia seeds and coconut milk. (Vegan, gluten-free, and refined-sugar-free.)
Why You Will Love This Coconut Cream Chia Seed Pudding Recipe
This chia seed pudding recipe is easy to make and can be made in bulk for a delicious and easy meal prep option. It is a simple and healthy recipe that uses less than four ingredients to make.
All the ingredients are healthy and nutritious so it makes for a very nourishing breakfast, dessert, or snack.
This Coconut Chia Pudding is super versatile as it can be topped with various fruits, seeds, and nuts.
It is packed with protein and texture from the chia seeds and is velvety and creamy from the coconut milk added to it. This recipe is vegan, gluten-free, and refined-sugar-free!
Another great chia pudding recipe to try is my Blueberry Coconut Chia Pudding
What you will need to make chia seed pudding with coconut milk:
This recipe uses a few simple ingredients that are tasty and good for you! The chia pudding recipe only uses 4 healthy ingredients and can then be topped with all sorts of yummy ingredients. What you will need to make this chia seed pudding are:
- Chia seeds. Packed with protein, these little seeds will expand when soaked in liquid and create the yummiest texture.
- Coconut cream. Coconut cream works really well in this recipe to make it super creamy and add a yummy flavour.
- Agave or maple syrup. Feel free to use whichever sweetener you prefer and adjust the amount to your liking.
- Vanilla extract. To enhance the yummy sweet flavor.
IS CHIA SEED PUDDING GOOD FOR YOU?
Chia seeds are well deserving of their superfood title! Chia seeds are extremely healthy seeds and are considered a superfood. They are packed with protein which provides sustainable energy. In fact, “chia” is the ancient Mayan word for “strength.”
Chia seeds are filled with all sorts of nutrients, minerals, and antioxidants. And like flaxseeds, they are also high in fiber and rich in omega-3 fatty acids. So chia seeds are definitely worth adding to your diet!
HOW TO MAKE COCONUT CREAM CHIA SEED PUDDING
This creamy chia pudding is a simple recipe to make in just 4 easy steps and can be made ahead of time as a great, healthy meal-prep option. It is an easy chia pudding recipe to follow and can be made in just minutes. To make this creamy chia seed pudding:
- Make chia seed mixture. In a mixing bowl, combine the chia seeds, coconut milk, agave syrup, and vanilla extract. Give it a good stir and make sure it is all well combined.
- Chill chia seed mixture. Place the chia seed mixture in the fridge in an airtight container to allow the chia seeds to expand. This should take about an hour - but you can also leave it in the fridge overnight. The mixture will become thick and creamy.
- Add chia pudding mixture to serving glasses. Once the chia seed mixture has expanded, spoon the mixture into two small serving dishes or glasses.
- Serve. Optionally, top your Coconut Chia Pudding with fresh fruit, coconut flakes, seeds, and nuts.
HOW TO STORE COCONUT CHIA PUDDING
This Creamy Chia Seed Pudding can easily be stored in the fridge for up to a week in an airtight container. So you can whip up a big batch and enjoy it all week long.
You can store this chia pudding in sealed individual containers or in one large container and then add fresh toppings when it is time for you to enjoy it.
Is Chia Seed Pudding good for you?
Chia seed pudding is a good way to reap all the wonderful health benefits of chia seeds. These powerful little chia seeds are extremely healthy and are regarded as a superfood.
Chia seed pudding is good for you and also tastes delicious so it is a great recipe to make to enjoy chia seeds in a yummy way while getting a boost of health.
Chia seeds are filled with protein and omega-3 fatty acids — which are the good fats that promote heart and joint health and aid memory.
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More Easy Chia Pudding Recipes To Try:
- Chocolate Hazelnut Chia Pudding
- Oat Milk Chia Pudding with Berries
- Vegan Strawberry Almond Chia Pudding
- Blueberry Coconut Chia Pudding
- Strawberry Matcha Chia Pudding
Creamy Coconut Chia Seed Pudding
This easy 4-ingredient Creamy Coconut Chia Seed Pudding is the ultimate protein-packed breakfast, dessert, or snack! It is a simple chia pudding recipe made from healthy, nutritious ingredients like chia seeds and coconut milk. (Vegan, gluten-free, and refined-sugar-free.)
Ingredients
- ¼ cup chia seeds
- 1 cup coconut cream or milk
- 2 tsp agave syrup/maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Suggested Toppings
- Toasted coconut flakes
- Sliced banana
- Nuts and seeds
- Fresh berries
- Sprinkle of granola
Instructions
- Make chia seed mixture. In a mixing bowl, combine the chia seeds, coconut milk, agave syrup, and vanilla extract. Give it a good stir and make sure it is all well combined.
- Chill chia seed mixture. Place the chia seed mixture in the fridge in an airtight container to allow the chia seeds to expand. This should take about an hour - but you can also leave it in the fridge overnight. The mixture will become thick and creamy.
- Add chia pudding mixture to serving glasses. Once the chia seed mixture has expanded, spoon the mixture into two small serving dishes or glasses.
- Serve. Optionally, top your Coconut Chia Pudding with fresh fruit, coconut flakes, seeds, and nuts.
Notes
HOW TO STORE COCONUT CHIA PUDDING
This Creamy Chia Seed Pudding can easily be stored in the fridge for up to a week in an airtight container. So you can whip up a big batch and enjoy it all week long. You can store this chia pudding in sealed individual containers or in one large container and then add fresh toppings when it is time for you to enjoy it.
