This Coffee Chia Pudding has such a creamy texture and is a healthy breakfast or snack for any coffee lover! It only takes 5 minutes to meal prep, and it's full of healthy fatty acids with added protein from plain Greek yogurt. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do!
As a dietitian, I've recently jumped on the chia seed pudding trend (I know I'm late to the game)! I love having it as a nutritious breakfast or healthy snack and I've been making a big batch every week lately. While I'm always a fan of vanilla, it's been fun to try out different flavor combos because there's so much room for creativity! This coffee chia seed pudding has a delicious flavor and has become a quick favorite. 😊
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Key Ingredient Notes & Substitutions
This coffee chia pudding recipe is made with simple ingredients. Below are some notes but be sure to check the recipe card for exact measurements!
- Chia Seeds - chia seeds are a nutritional powerhouse. They provide important nutrients like healthy fatty acids to support heart health, dietary fiber which can help support gut health and prevent blood sugar spikes, and plant-based protein. When soaked like in this easy chia pudding, they absorb the liquid and have a gel-like consistency. Black chia seeds or white chia seeds work here. Black have a slightly stronger flavor but they are the same nutritionally.
- Greek Yogurt - Greek yogurt is high protein compared to regular yogurt and it makes this chia pudding especially creamy! You can use regular yogurt if the texture of Greek yogurt bothers you or vegan yogurt like coconut yogurt or almond milk yogurt. Use vanilla flavored yogurt if you want it a bit sweeter.
- Milk - I make my chia pudding with either regular milk (cows milk) or unsweetened almond milk. I usually prefer the almond milk because it's a bit creamier! Other options for non-dairy milk are oat milk, soy milk, cashew milk or coconut milk.
- Coffee - I use store-bought cold brew coffee for this recipe. If you already made your morning cup of coffee and have some leftover, brewed coffee works! I suggest letting it cool in the fridge first. If regular coffee has too much caffeine for you, use decaf!
- Vanilla Extract - to add more flavor.
- Pure Maple Syrup - I personally love using a touch of maple syrup to sweeten chia pudding. You could also use honey, agave nectar, date syrup, or your liquid sweetener of choice.
- Sea Salt or Kosher Salt - this is optional, but I add a pinch of sea salt or kosher salt to enhance the flavor.
How to Make Coffee Chia Pudding
Below are the instructions with some photos showing how to make this recipe that I hope you find helpful! The full recipe can be found in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine the milk, yogurt, cold brew, vanilla, maple syrup, and kosher salt. Whisk very well or use a handheld milk frother until it is creamy with small bubbles forming.
- Step 2: Add the chia seeds and stir with a whisk or fork. Let the mixture rest 10-15 minutes and give it another good stir. This helps prevent the chia seeds from clumping. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
Hint: It will thicken up quite a bit in the fridge! I prefer my chia pudding quite thick personally. If you prefer it thinner, add another splash of milk.
Dietitian Tip
I like to serve this chia pudding with an extra scoop of Greek yogurt and fresh fruit or nuts on top!
Video of How to Make Coffee Chia Pudding
Here's a video showing how to make this recipe that I hope is helpful!
Variations
There are endless ways to customize this chia coffee pudding! Below are some of my favorite toppings and add-ins:
- Fresh Fruits - top it with whole foods like banana slices, fresh berries, or diced apples.
- Peanut Butter - add a drizzle of nut butter - peanut butter, almond butter, or cashew butter.
- Nuts or Seeds - pumpkin seeds, pecans, walnuts, or sliced almonds are great additions to add some crunch.
- High Protein - a scoop of your favorite plant-based protein powder or extra Greek yogurt can be added for more protein.
- Mocha Chia Pudding - add cacao powder and chocolate chips on top to put a mocha spin in it!
Storage for Coffee Chia Pudding
- Refrigerator - store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-5 days.
- If you want to store it in individual jars, here are some options: Wide Mouth Mason Jar, Mason Jars with Bamboo Lids
Expert Tips
- Use a milk frother or whisk to make it extra creamy.
- Don't skip the double stir. After whisking in the chia seeds, let it sit about 10-15 minutes at room temperature and whisk it very well again before refrigerating.
- Patience is key! Give it at least 4 hours in the fridge for the chia seeds to plump up to their full potential. Make it the night before and portion it into individual containers for a ready-to-go breakfast.
FAQ
While healthy means something different to everyone, this is a nutrient-rich recipe. The chia seeds provide dietary fiber, plant-protein, antioxidants, healthy fatty acids, and several vitamins and minerals. The Greek yogurt adds more protein and calcium. This recipe is sweetened with maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to enhance the sweetness. If you prefer to cut the sugar even more, skip the maple syrup!
Chia seeds are commonly found in the health foods/organic section of the grocery store. Sometimes they are found in the baking aisle and often you can also find them in the bulk section.
To avoid this problem, be sure to stir it VERY well when you add the chia seeds and let it sit for at least 4 hours in the fridge! It will continue to thicken as it sits.
To avoid the chia seeds from clumping, don't skip the step where you wait about 10-15 minutes after adding the chia seeds and stir very well again. I've found this to make a big difference in the end product.
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Pairing
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📖 Recipe
Creamy Coffee Chia Pudding with Cold Brew and Yogurt
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (or yogurt of choice)
- ½ cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- ⅓ cup cold brew coffee
- 2 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch sea salt or kosher salt (optional)
- ¼ cup chia seeds
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the milk, yogurt, cold brew, vanilla, maple syrup, and kosher salt. Whisk very well or use a handheld milk frother until it is creamy with small bubbles forming.
- Add the chia seeds and stir with a whisk or fork. Let the mixture rest 10-15 minutes and give it another good stir. This helps prevent the chia seeds from clumping. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Hint: It will thicken up quite a bit in the fridge! I prefer my chia pudding quite thick personally. If you prefer it thinner, add another splash of milk.
Video
Notes
- Use a milk frother or whisk to make it extra creamy.
- Don't skip the double stir. After whisking in the chia seeds, let it sit about 10-15 minutes at room temperature and whisk it very well again before refrigerating.
- Patience is key! Give it at least 4 hours in the fridge for the chia seeds to plump up to their full potential. Make it the night before and portion it into individual containers for a ready-to-go breakfast.
- Refrigerator - store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4-5 days.
- If you want to store it in individual jars, here are some options: Wide Mouth Mason Jar, Mason Jars with Bamboo Lids
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