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Overnight Chia Pudding with Berries

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This creamy, vanilla-infused overnight chia pudding is topped with fresh berries for a nourishing, make-ahead breakfast or snack. It’s easy to prepare, endlessly customizable, and perfect for busy mornings or healthy desserts.

Ingredients

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  • 3 tablespoons chia seeds (about 30g)
  • 1 cup milk of choice (dairy, almond, oat, coconut, or cashew; 240ml)
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons honey, maple syrup, or agave (7-14g; adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (2ml)
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/2 to 1 cup fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, or a mix; 75-150g)
  • Lemon zest (optional, from 1/4 lemon)
  • Drizzle of honey or maple syrup (optional, for extra sweetness)
  • Shredded coconut (optional, unsweetened)
  • Chopped nuts or seeds (optional: almonds, pecans, pumpkin seeds)
  • Nut butter or Greek yogurt (optional)
  • Granola (optional)
  • Dark chocolate shavings (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a clean mason jar (16 oz) or small bowl, add chia seeds.
  2. Pour in milk of choice, sweetener, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
  3. Whisk or stir vigorously to combine, or shake the jar with the lid tightly sealed for 30 seconds.
  4. Wait 5 minutes, then stir or shake again to prevent clumping.
  5. Seal the jar or cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight (8-12 hours) until thick and creamy.
  6. Just before serving, rinse and slice fresh berries. Toss with lemon zest if desired.
  7. Stir the pudding to redistribute seeds, then spoon into bowls or serve in the jar.
  8. Top with berries, a drizzle of honey or maple syrup, and any extra toppings like coconut, nuts, granola, nut butter, or chocolate shavings.
  9. If pudding is too runny, stir in another 1/2 tablespoon chia seeds and chill for 30 more minutes. If too thick, add a splash of milk and stir.
  10. Store leftovers (without toppings) in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Notes

For best texture, stir the pudding twice within the first 10 minutes. Use coconut milk for extra creaminess or oat milk for a lighter flavor. Top just before serving to keep berries fresh. Easily adaptable for low-carb, nut-free, or protein-boosted versions. Make a batch for the week and store in the fridge without toppings.

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Keywords: chia pudding, overnight breakfast, healthy snack, berries, meal prep, vegan, gluten-free, easy breakfast, dairy-free, high fiber

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