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Raspberry Vanilla Chia Pudding with Toppings Recipe

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  • Author: Chef
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This creamy and refreshing Chia Pudding is a nutritious, easy-to-make breakfast or snack featuring blended raspberries and almond milk combined with chia seeds. It’s subtly sweetened with pure maple syrup and flavored with vanilla and optional almond extract, then chilled until perfectly thickened. Customize with your favorite toppings like fresh raspberries, granola, coconut, nut butter, or chocolate chips for a wholesome treat.

Ingredients

Base Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk (or your favorite milk)
  • 1/2 cup raspberries (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/8 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
  • 1/4 cup chia seeds

Toppings (optional)

  • Fresh raspberries
  • Granola
  • Coconut
  • Nut butter
  • Chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Blend Ingredients: In a blender, combine the almond milk, raspberries, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and almond extract if using. Blend until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  2. Mix in Chia Seeds: Transfer the blended mixture to a bowl or jar. Add the chia seeds and stir thoroughly to distribute them evenly throughout the liquid.
  3. Initial Rest and Stir: Let the mixture sit for 15 minutes to allow the chia seeds to absorb some liquid, then stir again to prevent clumping. This helps the pudding thicken evenly.
  4. Refrigerate: Cover the container and refrigerate the pudding for at least 1 hour, or ideally overnight, so it can fully thicken to a creamy consistency.
  5. Add Toppings and Serve: When ready to enjoy, top the pudding with your preferred toppings such as fresh raspberries, granola, coconut flakes, nut butter, or chocolate chips. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Notes

  • You can use any type of milk you prefer, dairy or plant-based. Unsweetened vanilla almond milk enhances the flavor but is not essential.
  • If you don’t have almond extract, you can omit it without affecting the overall flavor much.
  • Make sure to stir the pudding after the initial 15-minute rest to prevent the chia seeds from clumping together.
  • Overnight chilling yields the best texture, but at least one hour in the fridge is sufficient if you’re short on time.
  • This pudding can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://saracooking.com/raspberry-vanilla-chia-pudding-with-toppings-recipe/