Creamy 5-Ingredient Coconut Chia Pudding for Easy Meal Prep
Make this incredibly creamy coconut chia pudding using only five simple ingredients. This dairy-free, gluten-free recipe sets up overnight, making it the ultimate make-ahead breakfast or nutritious snack.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Total Time: 4 hr 5 min
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No Cook/Refrigeration
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1 cup full-fat canned coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup (or sweetener of choice)
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Combine the chia seeds, coconut milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt in a jar or medium bowl.
- Stir the mixture well for about one minute. Wait five minutes, then stir again thoroughly to break up any clumps and ensure the seeds are evenly distributed. This second stir helps prevent sinking.
- Cover the container and place it in the refrigerator to set for at least four hours, but preferably overnight.
- When ready to serve, stir the pudding again. If it is too thick, add a splash more coconut milk or water until you reach your desired consistency.
- Serve chilled with your favorite toppings, such as fresh berries or sliced banana.
Notes
- For a thicker pudding, use a 1:3 ratio of chia seeds to liquid. For a creamier, looser texture, use a 1:4 ratio.
- This recipe is naturally vegan and gluten free. It is also low carb when using a keto-approved sweetener instead of maple syrup.
- To make this a banana coconut chia pudding, mash half a ripe banana and stir it in with the other ingredients before chilling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 of recipe
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 120
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 18
- Unsaturated Fat: 4
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 12
- Protein: 6
- Cholesterol: 0