Description
This Peanut Butter Chia Pudding is a creamy, dreamy, and nutritious no-cook breakfast or snack option. Combining chia seeds with almond milk and natural peanut butter creates a satisfying texture packed with protein and fiber. Sweetened lightly with maple syrup or honey and topped with fresh banana slices, granola, or dark chocolate chips, it’s easy to customize to your taste while fueling your day with wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1–2 tbsp natural peanut butter
- 1–2 tsp maple syrup or honey (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Toppings (Optional)
- Sliced banana
- Granola
- Dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Combine ingredients: In a bowl or jar, whisk together chia seeds, unsweetened almond milk, natural peanut butter, and maple syrup or honey if using, until the mixture is well combined.
- Initial rest and stir: Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes. Then stir again thoroughly to prevent the chia seeds from clumping together, ensuring a smooth pudding texture.
- Refrigerate: Cover the container and refrigerate the mixture overnight or for at least 4 hours, allowing it to thicken into a creamy, pudding-like consistency.
- Serve and garnish: Before serving, stir the pudding well. Top with your favorite add-ons such as sliced banana, granola, or dark chocolate chips for extra flavor and texture. Enjoy immediately.
Notes
- For a thicker pudding, increase chia seeds to 1/3 cup.
- Natural peanut butter without added sugar or oil is recommended for the healthiest option.
- Maple syrup or honey is optional; omit for a sugar-free version.
- The pudding can be stored refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- Almond milk can be substituted with any other plant-based or dairy milk as preferred.
