This simple Strawberry Chia Pudding is perfect breakfast. It's creamy and delicious, pretty enough to be served as a dessert too. It's loaded with fresh fruity flavor, lightly sweet and totally addictive. A satisfying guilt-free treat that's made without refined sugars, healthy and packed with superfoods!
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You can still find fresh strawberries in the local store, and I'm still all over them. Honestly, how can you even resist these bright and beautiful heart-shaped delights?! Lightly sweet, juicy and extra tasty, they can make your day instantly better. And that was precisely what happened to me the other day.
I woke up all moody and feeling like blah, you know. When I went to the fridge to make myself breakfast and saw fresh strawberries, the inspiration struck me then and there... like instantly! Strawberry Banana Smoothie was first on my mind. But then I remembered I haven't had chia pudding in a while.
I made this Strawberry Chia Pudding and it turned out to be just what I needed. Bright red and bursting with flavor, fresh strawberries combined with mighty chia seeds did the amazing job turning moody morning into a perfect, super-charged day. This is one of the healthy breakfast that definitely has the power to brighten your day.
Ingredients used
This is like the EASIEST, super healthy breakfast recipe you can imagine. No brainer really. And you'll only need a few simple ingredients:
- CHIA SEEDS: Chia seeds are among the healthiest foods on the planet and they are stapled in my pantry. Benefits of chia seeds are numerous. They are loaded with nutrients - fibers, healthy omega-3s, and many essential minerals and vitamins. Perfect for making a whole balanced breakfast.
- MILK: I used oat milk here, but you can use any non-dairy milk such as almond, or soy milk. Cow's and coconut milk wont work well here. It will interfere with other flavors.
- PEANUT BUTTER: I used creamy, natural peanut butter. Peanut butter contributed greatly to the overall creamy texture but also paired so nicely with strawberries. Plus, added more nutrients, making this chia pudding more satisfying.
- SWEETENER: To sweeten this Strawberry Chia Pudding, I used raw honey. Raw honey is an unrefined sweetener with many health benefits. It gives subtle sweetness to chia pudding yet will not overload it with many sugary calories. For the vegan version, you can use maple or date syrup.
To spice things up a bit, I added a splash of vanilla, just to make this beauty taste even more irresistible, and dash of Ceylon cinnamon that paired so nicely with fresh strawberries and gave unbelievable scent.
Definitely, my favorite things in this whole chia pudding story are STRAWBERRIES. While mostly known for its amazing sweet taste, strawberries are also nutritional powerhouses with many health benefits. They are great source of fiber, vitamin C, and antioxidants. + They help to keep our heart-healthy and help to reduce inflammation too. Not to mention they are low-calorie fruit great for weight-loss.
Optional add-on
I'm obsessed with MACA POWDER. It's a superfood with many health benefits. If you have it your pantry but don't quite know how to use it, this chia pudding may be perfect solution. Maca powder has this deep earthy, root-like, flavor that goes so well with strawberry freshness. Also, maca is known energy/mood booster and thus great to have in the morning.
How to make strawberry chia pudding
To make this beauty, you will only need basic kitchen tools, and 15 minutes of your time. There are TWO ways you can make Strawberry Chia Pudding:
OPTION 1 (without using a blender):
- Pure strawberries with the fork and put it in the jar.
- Add milk and chia seeds + peanut butter, maca (if using), vanilla, cinnamon and the sweetener.
- Close the jar with the lid and shake it.
- Wait 15 minutes for chia pudding to form.
- Top it with some more fresh strawberries. Serve and enjoy!
- You'll get smooth chia pudding with pieces of chewy strawberries inside.
OPTION 2 (using a blender):
- Blend strawberries with the milk, peanut butter, maca (if using), vanilla, cinnamon and the sweetener in the blender.
- Add chia seeds and pulse for second for chia seeds to combine.
- Pour the mixture in a glass or jar.
- Wait 15 minutes for chia pudding to form.
- Top it with some more fresh strawberries. Serve and enjoy!
- You'll get smooth chia pudding with nice fruity flavor.
Tips for storing
- Keep leftovers sealed for up to 2 days in the fridge.
- PREP THE NIGHT BEFORE: Make strawberry chia pudding and put it into a jar with a lid. In the morning, add toppings, serve and enjoy!
Substitutions
- You can substitute peanut butter with almond butter, or for NUT FREE version you can use any nut-free butter.
- You can substitute raw honey with maple syrup (for VEGAN version). Alternatively, if using a blender, you can substitute liquid sweetener with few soaked dates.
- Substitute oat milk with any non-diary milk you prefer and normally use. NOTE that coconut milk wont work here, taste wise. Nor cow's milk.
- Fresh strawberries are the best here, but frozen will work fine too. If you're using frozen strawberries, you might expect creamier and dense texture so you'll probably need to add extra liquid - milk.
What is the best chia pudding ratio
The chia pudding ratio I used here is 1/3 cup chia seeds per cup of liquid. This ratio gives denser texture. Alternatively, you can use 1/4 cup chia seeds per cup of liquid. This ratio gives more lighter texture.
Both ratios make 1 bowl that serves 1 person (meal sized chia pudding) or 2 people (dessert/snack sized chia pudding).
This healthy strawberry chia seed pudding is absolutely perfect breakfast that is pretty and tasty enough to be a dessert too.
Lightly sweet, bursting with fresh strawberry flavor, and heavenly creamy, this chia seed pudding is a really special treat. Satisfying, nutritious and very filling, it will keep you full and very happy for hours.
If you’re a fan of CHIA PUDDING, check these recipes too:
- Raspberry Chia Pudding
- Pineapple Coconut Chia Pudding
- Chocolate Peanut Butter Chia Seed Pudding
- Peach Ginger Chia Seed Pudding
- Blueberry Coconut Chia Pudding
- Blueberry Chia Pudding
Enjoy!
Strawberry Chia Pudding recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup strawberries fresh or frozen
- 1 cup oat milk
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter
- 1 tablespoons raw honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon Ceylon cinnamon
- 1/3 cup chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon maca powder (optional)
- For topping: fresh strawberries
Instructions
- Put strawberries, milk, peanut butter, maple syrup or honey, maca powder (if using), vanilla and cinnamon in a blender and mix on high until you get smooth texture.
- Taste and add more sweetener if needed.
- Add in chia seeds an pulse for a second to combine.
- Pour mixture in a glass. Leave to rest for 15 minutes, for pudding to form.
- Top with fresh strawberries.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
More Chia Seed recipes
- Sour Cherry Chia Jam Cornbread
- Easy Strawberry Chia Seed Jam
- Blackberry Chia Seed Jam
- Blueberry Banana Chia Smoothie
- 30 Chia Seeds Recipes
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Yum, this chia pudding looks delicious! I can't believe I have never made one with peanut butter before! It sounds amazing paired with strawberries.
We would definitely eat this strawberry chia seed pudding for dessert! And thanks for mentioning maca powder as an add-on, we'll look into that!
I haven't made chia pudding in a while, but this looks so good! I need to go get some strawberries!
Oh yum! What a beautiful pudding that sounds (and looks) absolutely delicious! I love the 2 options you give about whether to use the blender or not! Thank you so much for sharing!
My mouth is literally watering. My family would love this Strawberry Chia Pudding for sure!
I’m a sucker for a good chia pudding. Strawberry is my favourite fruit so I’d love this pudding!!
I see a lot of recipes with chia seeds and they all look interesting. This one looks like it might taste good and be worth try.
I love strawberry chia pudding! Your recipe is genius and quick and I will be making it for dessert tonight! Thanks so much!
YUM I love Chai!! So this is perfect for me!! I can't wait to make this and enjoy! Pinning right now!!!
Yummy! This looks amazing and I love Chia pudding! I am definitely going to try making this because it seems so easy.
Chia pudding is delightful!! Adding strawberries makes it perfect for a morning start!
I love making chia pudding! This recipe was so delicious, I can't wait to make it again!!
This is by far, the tastiest chia pudding I've ever made! The addition of vanilla and cinnamon gives it such a lovely flavour, and it was super easy to make!
Well I sure am wishing that I had one of these right now for a snack. Can't wait to this one
I’ve made this clear pudding this morning but used raspberries instead of strawberries and it was absolutely delicious, so good! I’ll be making it a regular for my breakfast now.
Glad you liked it Ramona. Thanks for feedback and lovely comment. :)
I love chia puddings so this strawberry version is right up my alley! So much burst of fruity goodness here!
I have been looking for more ways to use up a massive bag of chia seeds that I bought. This looks delicious and anytime I can eat dessert for breakfast, I'm in!
I picked up some maca powder and was looking for something to try it with and this is perfect! Going to be tomorrow's breakfast!
Strawberries always make me smile! This is so good for breakfast (or mid-day snack??)! Very creamy and love the strawberries!
I'm so glad I ran across this! Found a bag of chia seeds in my pantry this morning and this is the perfect recipe to use.
This Strawberry Chia Pudding was so delish! The husband and kids loved it too. I will be making this again.
I made this chia pudding for breakfast today it was so good. Fresh summer strawberries are such a treat! Now I want to source some maca powder. I've never used it but would like to!
I love chia puddings (such a healthy start to the day!), and this one is just too pretty to resist! I'm so glad that strawberries are still in season so I can make delicious recipes like this!
I think your husband made a good choice, chia seeds with strawberries, a match made in heaven. Such a healthy way to start a day!
I love your breakfast recipes! They always curb my sweet tooth craving in the morning and this one is no exception. I love anything with strawberries and this chia pudding holds true to that. So easy to make too!
I never tried Chia Pudding before. In this summer I will try Strawberry Chia Pudding for my breakfast. Then I will try for other Chia Pudding listed on your blog. Natalie I will try to apply all 3 ways so that I can prepare Strawberry Chia Pudding. Thanks!
Your husband has good taste with food! I love chia pudding in the morning, but I have never tried it with fruit before!
I always have chia seeds with maca powder and baobab powder for breakfast. But I've never combined both strawberry and peanut butter, and that sounds a fun combination to try.
I've only tried making chia pudding once or twice..but I think I'm going to have to give it a go again because this looks delicious. And I haven't heard of some of these new superfoods, like maca powder. Can't wait to try :)
Chia pudding is my go-to summer breakfast. I love the addition of peanut butter jelly and the freshness of the strawberries in it.
I eat chia pudding weekly and I love it ! This recipe is gonna help me put some spice in my weekly go to snack :)
I love chia pudding, and I like how you added the peanut butter to this, pb & j! It is a great snack, breakfast or dessert!
This is the perfect breakfast for me - I always try and get extra goodness in first thing in the morning! I can't wait to try it!
Such a sweet yet healthy start to the day! Love all the flavors here and that beautiful texture from the peanut butter and chia seeds. Will be making it soon!
Chia seeds are a new-found love of mine and I am continually amazed at their versatility. Your beautiful pudding idea is a perfect example, thanks so much for sharing!
I LOOOOVE chia pudding. It's such a fun alternative to oatmeal, cereal, or yogurt bowl for breakfast. Tons of healthy fats and protein too!
Chia pudding is one of my favorite make-ahead breakfasts. The strawberry flavor sounds so delish and perfect for spring!
This is the creamiest chia pudding I've ever seen! Can't wait for fresh strawberry season soon! :D
This sounds and looks so delicious! I LOVE adding chia seeds to recipes, I can't wait to try this one...YUM!!!
This is such a healthy and nutritious recipe. I would eat it for breakfast, lunch, snack and dessert. WOW, I think you ticked all the boxes with this one.
I have never had chia pudding! Looks like a super easy and light dessert
Huge chia pudding fan over here and great way to use leftover berries. Can't wait to try this recipe ASAP!
This strawberry chia pudding looks delicious perfect dessert that is guilt free. I am going to try it.
Thank you!! I can’t wait to try it:) Looks so refreshing and colorful! This is the first chia pudding to catch my interest, haha!
Lovely healthy pudding with berries perfect for breakfast or dessert too. I need a spoonful of this now looks fantastic.
I didn't know strawberry pairs well with peanut butter, I've only ever do the boring strawberry and banana combo. :D And, I'll definitely go with the third option to prepare this too since that's the easiest.
I love the blend of strawberries with chia seeds! I could use something like this after working in our garden!
This will make an excellent after school snack for my kids! The perfect sweet treat on a warm day too!
This is perfect when you want something creamy and nutritious but you're burnt out on smoothies. Adding this to the rotation!
I love the texture of chia pudding. There are so many different ways it can be made too.
It's delicious, right?! :) Glad we are on the same page Dannii.
This looks lovely! Such a great afternoon treat. We love strawberries.
Glad you like it Jen. Enjoy!