Every morning, I enjoy a bowl of chia seed yogurt pudding—it’s a delicious and nourishing way to start the day. Packed with fiber, omega-3s, and protein, it keeps me feeling full and energized. I love adding a scoop of yogurt for probiotics and topping it with fresh fruit and walnuts for the perfect mix of sweetness and crunch.

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dinner bowl of breakfast chia seed yogurt pudding

Is chia seed pudding actually good for you?

Absolutely! I first learned about the importance of eating chia seeds through Dr. Brooke Goldner. In her book, “Goodbye Lupus” she says:

…omega-3 fatty acids must be eaten in order to be present in your body. Your body cannot make them on its own… I have found the best sources for increasing your omega-3 intake is with cold-pressed flaxseed or chia oils, as well as seaweed, flaxseeds, and chia seeds… My recommendation is to consume 1/4 cup to 1/2 cup of whole flax or chia seeds a day, or 2-3 Tbsp of cold-pressed flax or chia oil.

As you can see, chia seeds are incredibly good for you to consume on a daily basis. I eat chia yogurt pudding because it’s very tasty, and it gives me the proper nutrients I need to keep my omega-3 levels in a good range. Also, it keeps you regular, so if you have issues in the bathroom, give this a try!

Last year when I was going through chemo, I ate chia yogurt pudding to help me through the tough days, and its soft tapioca-style pudding is comforting.

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ingredients to make the best chia seed yogurt pudding

What You’ll Need

Chia Seeds: Purchase organic chia seeds if possible to prevent them from being covered in pesticides. I purchase from Costco and Walmart.
Yogurt: Starting the day with a high-powered probiotic source is critical at breakfast time. Costco sells Bellwether Farms A2 organic plain yogurt. It’s my favorite option.
Milk: Dairy and non-dairy milk work perfectly for this. Pick your favorite, but look for a high-protein option to help keep you full longer. Soy milk is a great non-dairy option.
Honey: When using honey in your kitchen, stick with raw local honey to reap the best health benefits. Again, Costco sells a great one.

aimee guess making a bowl of chia seed yogurt pudding for breakfast

What is the ratio of chia seeds to milk?

Most chia seed pudding recipes only have a few tablespoons of chia seeds, but this chia yogurt pudding packs a punch of 1/4 cup of chia seeds per serving. It’s the perfect ratio of 1/4 cup chia seeds to 3/4 milk.

Popular toppings for chia yogurt pudding

Aimee’s Favorite Combo: oranges, blueberries, walnuts, and pumpkin seeds
Chocolate Cherry: Mix 1-2 Tbsp cacao powder into the chia pudding with 2 Tbsp honey, add frozen cherries on top with chocolate granola
Berry Delicious: Top with a frozen medley of berries, thawed overnight, and sprinkled with slivered almonds for crunch
Island Delight: mangos, bananas, and oranges topped with toasted shredded coconut
Winter Spice: Mix 1-2 Tbsp pureed pumpkin into the chia pudding with 2 Tbsp honey, add diced apple or pear on top with cinnamon granola and toasted pecans

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Chia Seed Yogurt Pudding

By Aimee Guess

Every morning, I enjoy a bowl of chia seed pudding—it’s a delicious and nourishing way to start the day. Packed with fiber, omega-3s, and protein, it keeps me feeling full and energized. I love adding a scoop of yogurt for probiotics and topping it with fresh fruit and walnuts for the perfect mix of sweetness and crunch.

Prep Time 5

Serving Size 1 serving

Ingredients

1/4 cup chia seeds
3/4 cup milk, any kind
2 Tbsp plain yogurt, any kind
1-2 tsp honey

Optional Toppings:

1 orange diced into cubes
1/2 cup blueberries
1/4 cup walnuts
1 Tbsp pumpkin seeds

Instructions

Assemble the chia seed pudding: Either the night before or 2 hours before breakfast, make the chia pudding by whisking the first 4 ingredients together. To prevent clumping, gently whisk the chia seeds into the yogurt and milk mixture for 1 minute. Put a lid on the bowl and place it in the refrigerator.
Prepare breakfast: Chia seed yogurt pudding can be eaten in the bowl it was made in, but I like to also spread it on a dinner bowl to make a beautiful presentation.
Add additional toppings, per your choosing, and have fun with the recipe. Listed above are my favorite toppings, but I've also listed many others below in the NOTES. Enjoy chia pudding and eat it often.

Notes

Popular toppings for chia yogurt pudding

- Aimee’s Favorite Combo: oranges, blueberries, walnuts, and pumpkin seeds

- Chocolate Cherry: Mix 1-2 Tbsp cacao powder into the chia pudding with 2 Tbsp honey, add frozen cherries on top with chocolate granola

- Berry Delicious: Top with a frozen medley of berries, thawed overnight, and sprinkled with slivered almonds for crunch

- Island Delight: mangos, bananas, and oranges topped with toasted shredded coconut

- Winter Spice: Mix 1-2 Tbsp pureed pumpkin into the chia pudding with 2 Tbsp honey, add diced apple or pear on top with cinnamon granola and toasted pecans