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    Home » Recipes » Desserts

    Overnight Vanilla Chia Seed Pudding

    By Marjory Pilley Published Feb 17, 2020 · Updated Apr 16, 2021

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    Easy Overnight Chia Seed Pudding

    Overnight Vanilla Chia Seed Pudding is just waiting to be topped with berries, nuts or chocolate! Or, savored with no toppings at all as any good pudding can be. It's low-carb, SBD compliant, keto-friendly and absolutely delicious!

    Overnight vanilla chia seed pudding in a glass bowl with no toppings on it.

    Just like Whipped Cottage Cheese Dessert Cups, it checks off all the boxes, so it's ok by me as a healthy way to start the day or a sweet ending to dinner! 

    You'll need to plan ahead like you do for overnight oatmeal in a jar. But, it's worth the wait!

    Jump to:
    • What you need
    • What are chia seeds?
    • How does it work?
    • The ratio
    • How to make overnight chia seed pudding
    • Ultimate list of toppings
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    What you need

    • Milk - any type including whole or skim milk. Unsweetened almond, soy or rice milk may be used too. If using a sweetened milk alternative then you may not need to add additional sweetener!
    • Yogurt - any unsweetened Greek or regular yogurt. Non-dairy alternatives will also work. If you happen to use sweetened yogurt, then you won't need added sweetener. 
    • Chia seeds - these are readily available at the grocery store, pre-packaged or in the bulk section.
    • Vanilla extract - gives the pudding it's signature vanilla flavor. If you have other extracts on hand, experiment! Almond extract is delicious too!
    • Sweetener - we used an erythritol powdered sweetener in this recipe. We always suggest that you use what you have on hand and like. We've made this with honey, maple syrup, sugar as well as many sugar alternatives. Sweetener is stirred in at the beginning and the end of the recipe, if desired. So, go light with the initial amount. 
    Overnight chia seed pudding in bowl topped with sugar-free chocolate chips

    What are chia seeds?

    Chia seeds are the seeds of a chia plant or Salvia hispanica. The plant is an herb and the seeds have many health benefits according to Wellness Mama, including lots of protein and fiber.

    Remember chia pets, the little plants you can grow from seed and shape with scissors? Same thing!

    We sprinkle them over oatmeal and salad greens, use them as an egg-replacer and even mix it into the breading of chicken tenders.

    How does it work?

    It's like magic! When chia seeds are mixed with liquid they absorb it, expand and become gelatinous. That's why we've been using them instead of eggs in cookies for years.

    Low-carb Chia seed pudding on a spoon with bowl below it.

    The ratio

    The standard ratio to make chia seed pudding is 2 Tablespoons chia seeds to ½ cup milk. Once you start other types of ingredients, the ratio can change slightly. 

    We used 2 Tablespoons for this recipe since Greek yogurt thickens the texture a bit. However, another Tablespoon can be added for an even thicker consistency.

    How to make overnight chia seed pudding

    Since chia seed pudding has lots of liquid, it's best to make it up the night before so it reaches its full potential. However, you can get away with several hours in the refrigerator in a pinch.

    Simply stir all of the ingredients together in a bowl or jar. Cover and place in the refrigerator until thickened.

    Important Note: After about 30 minutes, stir the mixture again to distribute the chia seeds which will drop to the bottom in a big clump! 

    Ultimate list of toppings

    The options are endless for topping keto chia seed pudding. But, remember, every ingredient changes the nutritional information including carb count!

    • Nuts - almonds, walnuts, and pecans. Toast the nuts for a more intense flavor.
    • Berries - raspberries, strawberries, and blueberries, with raspberries being the lowest carb option of the 3.
    • Seeds - sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds
    • Blueberry compote 
    • Chocolate chips or cocoa nibs - use a stevia sweetened brand to keep it low-carb.
    • Coconut flakes

    I topped this creamy treat with strawberries, blueberries and toasted walnuts for a patriotic theme!

    Vanilla Chia Seed Pudding in bowl with strawberries and blueberries in the background and on top.

    Did you make this recipe? Please leave a rating and tag @DinnerMom or #DinnerMom on social media. We LOVE to see and share your creations!

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    Overnight vanilla chia seed pudding in a glass bowl with no topppings on it.

    Overnight Vanilla Chia Seed Pudding

    Enjoy Overnight Vanilla Chia Seed Pudding with toppings or savor with no toppings at all as any good pudding can be. It's low-carb and absolutely delicious!
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Refrigeration time: 8 hours hours
    Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Servings: 2 servings
    Author: Marjory Pilley

    Ingredients

    • ½ cup whole milk or other type of milk including skim, almond, soy or rice milk
    • ½ cup Greek yogurt plain, whole or non-dairy alternative
    • 1 Tablespoon no-carb sweetener to equal 1 Tablespoon sugar
    • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
    • Pinch salt
    • 2 Tablespoons chia seeds Add another Tablespoon for a thick consistency
    • Optional toppings berries, nuts, chocolate chips
    • Additional sweetener to taste at serving time

    Instructions

    • Mix the first 6 ingredients together in a small bowl.
    • Stir in chia seeds.
    • Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes. Chia seeds will begin to gel.
    • Uncover and stir to evenly distribute chia seeds throughout the pudding.
    • Cover and refrigerate overnight or for about 8 hours.
    • Divide between 2 serving dishes and top as desired

    Notes

    The options are endless for topping vanilla chia seed pudding. But, remember, every ingredient changes the nutritional information including carb count!
    • Nuts - almonds, walnuts, and pecans. Toast the nuts for a more intense flavor.
    • Berries - raspberries, strawberries, and blueberries, with raspberries being the lowest carb option of the 3.
    • Seeds - sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds
    • Blueberry compote 
    • Chocolate chips or cocoa nibs
    • Coconut flakes
    Adapted from Giada De Laurentiis 
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    Nutrition

    Serving: 2g | Calories: 128kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 46mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 99IU | Calcium: 200mg | Iron: 1mg
    Nutritional and Food Safety Disclaimer

    This recipe was originally published 5/22/2014. It was updated to improve the reader experience.

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    1. taylor @ greens & chocolate

      May 22, 2014 at 8:24 am

      I've been dying to try chia seed pudding! Yours looks delicious!

      Reply
    2. DessertForTwo

      May 22, 2014 at 8:29 am

      I've been wanting to try chia seed pudding. You've convinced me 🙂

      Reply
    3. Deanna Segrave-Daly (@tspbasil)

      May 22, 2014 at 12:56 pm

      Ok - that's it - I have to be the last blogger to try chia pudding and your post will make me do it - while I love vanilla I'm loving your idea for a chocolate chia pudding topped with strawberries perhaps? 🙂

      Reply
    4. Kirsten/ComfortablyDomestic

      May 22, 2014 at 2:54 pm

      I feel like I'm the last person on the planet to jump on the chia seed bandwagon. Some food blogger I am! I'm a huge fan of tapioca pudding, and you chia pudding looks so much like it that I feel that my only option is to try it. I'm hopping on board!

      Oh, and chocolate would be awesome!

      Reply
    5. Christie - Food Done Light

      May 22, 2014 at 4:28 pm

      We enjoy chia seed pudding from time to time. Love the berries on top of yours.

      Reply
    6. christine

      May 22, 2014 at 6:01 pm

      Very interesting. I know almost nothing about chia seeds, but I really want to. My daughter has an egg allergy so I should be using them as an egg replacer. This is a great recipe for me to start with. Thanks.

      Reply
    7. Sylvie | Gourmande in the Kitchen

      May 22, 2014 at 7:41 pm

      One of my favorite breakfasts/healthy snack!

      Reply
    8. Susan

      May 22, 2014 at 9:26 pm

      Clearly one of these days I'm going to have to try chia seed pudding because everyone is raving about them! I've only had in my granola!

      Reply
    9. Sarah Caron (Sarah's Cucina Bella)

      May 23, 2014 at 8:52 am

      I feel like I see chia seeds everywhere these days. This pudding is so pretty!

      Reply
    10. Jenn @ Deliciously Sprinkled

      May 23, 2014 at 9:16 am

      YUM, perfect for the upcoming summer holidays! 🙂

      Reply
    11. Nutmeg Nanny

      May 23, 2014 at 9:22 am

      I have yet to make chia seed pudding but I really need to give it a try. It looks delicious!

      Reply
    12. Annie

      March 25, 2018 at 9:41 pm

      5 stars
      Very easy recipe! Used almond milk and topped with mini chocolate chips. Everyone loved it.

      Reply
    13. Pam

      September 03, 2021 at 2:41 am

      5 stars
      Yummy great for losing pounds

      Reply

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