Vanilla Raspberry Chia Pudding Recipe
A refreshing and nutritious Vanilla Raspberry Chia Pudding that combines creamy chia seeds soaked in almond milk with luscious fresh raspberries. This easy, no-cook recipe is perfect for a healthy breakfast, snack, or dessert, made naturally sweetened with maple syrup or honey and infused with pure vanilla.
- Author: Rico
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Chia Pudding
- 3 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of choice)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1–2 teaspoons maple syrup or honey (optional)
Raspberry Layer
- ½ cup fresh or frozen raspberries
- Fresh raspberries and mint leaves for garnish (optional)
- Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, mix the chia seeds, unsweetened almond milk, pure vanilla extract, and maple syrup or honey thoroughly until well combined to ensure even distribution.
- Chill: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the mixture for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight. Stir once after 30 minutes to prevent chia seed clumping and to promote even gelatinous texture.
- Prepare Raspberry Layer: Mash or blend the fresh or frozen raspberries until achieving your preferred texture, either smooth or retaining some small pieces for a slightly chunky consistency.
- Assemble and Serve: In serving glasses or bowls, layer the set chia pudding alternately with the raspberry mixture. Garnish with fresh raspberries and mint leaves if desired, then serve chilled for a delightful treat.
Notes
- Use any type of milk based on preference or dietary needs, such as coconut, soy, or dairy milk.
- Sweetener is optional depending on the tartness of the raspberries and your personal sweetness preference.
- Soaking chia seeds overnight helps improve texture and digestibility.
- Can be made in advance and refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- For a thicker pudding, increase chia seeds to 4 tablespoons.
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