Looking for a delicious, easy breakfast that's also good for you? Try this 3-ingredient oat milk chia pudding! With just a few simple ingredients and the right ratio, you can create a nutrient-rich snack or breakfast that will keep you full all morning. Plus, it's vegan and gluten-free, so it's perfect for those with dietary restrictions. Learn what's the perfect ratio to make it right from the beginning!
This easy recipe is one of the most accessible, soy-free, nutritious, vegan, gluten-free, and easy healthy breakfasts you can make. Also, making chia pudding is super convenient as it only requires 5 minutes of active time, and the rest is just waiting and optionally garnishing.
All of this makes it ideal for meal prepping and consumption as a healthy dessert or snack, just like a slice of healthy and vegan banana bread or skinny carrot loaf cake.
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🧾 Ingredients
Make this recipe with just a handful of staple ingredients.
- Oat milk—Typically, oat milk has a sweet, nutty taste and slightly thicker consistency than cow's milk. It is also high in fiber, vitamin B, and minerals. It also contains beta-glucans, which beneficially affect blood cholesterol levels.
- Chia seeds—Chia seeds have a nutty, slightly bitter flavor and a slightly slimy texture that can take some getting used to. They are also a healthy alternative to other nuts.
- Agave nectar tastes like a cross between honey and molasses, slightly sweet and earthy. It's also a bit more viscous than honey. It has a low glycemic index, which makes it a good sweetener for people with diabetes.
Optional chia pudding toppings
Try adding fresh fruit on top to make it extra healthy.
- Kiwi fruit
- Banana slices
- Blueberries
- Strawberries
- Mint leaves
- Shredded coconut
- Fresh raspberries
See the recipe card for quantities.
Substitutions
| Original Ingredient | Suggested Substitutions |
|---|---|
| Chia Seeds | White Chia Seeds, Black Chia Seeds |
| Oat Milk | Homemade Almond Milk, Cashew Milk, Light Coconut Milk, Soy Milk, Walnut Milk |
| Sweetener | Date Paste, Agave Syrup, Coconut Sugar, Agave Nectar, Pure Maple Syrup, Monk Fruit |
| Vanilla Extract | Almond Extract, Rose Water, Orange Water |
🍽 Equipment
- Mason jar - or glass with a lid.
- Measuring cups and spoons - to portion the ingredients.
🔪 Instructions
This recipe involves three simple steps.
Step 1: Add oat milk to the glass to make the chia pudding.
Step 2: Then add chia seeds.
Hint: Cover the glass with a lid or use a mason jar for better results because the refrigerator dries out the top of the chia pudding mixture.
Step 3: Add an optional vanilla extract and a sweetener like agave nectar or maple syrup to the glass.
Step 4: Stir chia seeds with oat milk with a fork, close the mason jar's lid, or cover the glass.
Hint: For optimal results, stir the chia seeds in after 5 minutes to break up any clumps before they completely settle in, as this will prevent dried-out chia seeds on the borders. Then put a lid on it and refrigerate.
Garnish the oat milk chia pudding with slices of fresh fruit right before you are ready to eat it.
💡 Top tip
Let the pudding sit for at least 1 hour before consuming it.
if you make your own nut milk, don't forget to save the pulp for other recipes.
For a runny pudding texture, you can simply let the chia pudding settle for 1 hour or add 3-5 tablespoons oat milk; if you like your chia pudding thick, leave it in the fridge overnight or add more chia seeds.
📖 Flavor variations
- Chocolate - see our vegan chocolate chia pudding recipe, using cocoa powder and pistachio cream...pure goodness.
- Coconut - Make a coconut chia pudding by swapping oat milk for light coconut milk (not the canned one). Top with shredded coconut flakes.
- Raspberry - add two tablespoons of your favorite red fruit marmalade and stir it before setting the chia seed pudding to rest.
- Nut butter - add a tablespoon of almond butter, hazelnut, or classic peanut butter. Stir well and let it sit.
- Cinnamon - add ¼ teaspoon of ground cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice mix. If you go for this option, try also adding two dollops of unsweetened applesauce.
- Extra oaty - see our recipe for oats and chia pudding.
- Antioxidant powerhouse - add a tablespoon of flax seeds or flax meal with extra 3 tablespoons water to the mix before leaving the budding on the fridge overnight. You can also add ½ teaspoon of maca powder.
- Green matcha - add 1 teaspoon of matcha powder to the mix. Matcha powder can be difficult to dissolve, so I recommend using a matcha wooden whisk or a regular whisk to mix it energetically with the rest of the ingredients before putting it to rest in the fridge.
- Extra protein - add ½ teaspoon of spirulina powder.
❓ FAQ
Chia pudding is a great way to start your day because it's high in fiber and protein, both of which will help you feel full and satisfied throughout the day. In addition, chia seeds are loaded with antioxidants, which can help protect your body against inflammation and disease.
So if you're looking for a healthy breakfast to help you lose weight, chia pudding is definitely a good option! Just be sure to avoid adding too much sugar or sweeteners to your pudding, and try incorporating some healthy fats and proteins into the recipe.
Yes, you can definitely put oats in chia pudding. Chia seeds have a viscous quality that will absorb the liquid from the oats and create a pudding-like consistency. Plus, the added fiber from the oats will make the chia pudding even more filling and satisfying. See the oats and chia pudding recipe.
Chia seed pudding is a healthy and delicious way to enjoy this nutrient-rich superfood.
Chia seeds are an excellent source of fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, protein, and antioxidants. They also contain essential minerals like calcium, magnesium, and potassium. Adding chia seeds to your diet can provide you with various health benefits, including improved blood sugar control, reduced inflammation, and better heart health.
A chia pudding made with 2 tablespoons of chia seeds and ½ cup of oat milk has 212 kcal, 30 g Carbohydrates, 6 g Protein, and 9 g Fat.
A water chia pudding has 117 kcal, 10 g Carbohydrates, 4 g Protein, and 7 g Fat.
🥡 Storage
Store pudding covered in the refrigerator for up to 5-7 days.
📚 More meal prep healthy recipes
This brown sugar cinnamon oatmeal is also a great meal prep option.
⭐ If you try this recipe, let us know! 💬 Leave a comment, rate it, and don't forget to tag us @ourplantbasedworld on Instagram. Cheers!
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📋 Recipe
3-Ingredient Oat Milk Chia Pudding Ratio
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- ½ cup oat milk or almond milk
- 1 teaspoon agave nectar or maple syrup
Optional
- Raspberries blueberries, or kiwi
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
- Pour ingredients into a glass and mix well. Let settle for 3 minutes, and then mix well until you cannot see any clumps.
- Store in the fridge for at least 1 hour. If you leave it overnight, cover the jar to avoid the pudding to be dried out.
- When ready to eat it, top it with chopped fruit like kiwi, raspberries, blueberries, or even a dollop of your favorite nut butter. You can also top it with a dollop of compote.
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Nutrition Facts
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Jenn Freedman
Thanks for the simple breakfast recipe!
Katie Jacques
Best oat milk chia pudding ever! It's so creamy and rich.
Holly
Easy and delicious. I served this pudding as a healthy dessert and got lots of compliments.
Gus
Thank you for trying our recipe, Holly! We're so glad you enjoyed it.
Andrea
love how simple this chia pudding is to make. so delicious too!
Gina Abernathy
So good and a great way to start the day with a bunch of antioxidants. It came out perfectly.
Gus
You are right! Thanks for your comment.
Shadi Hasanzadenemati
Love how easy this recipe is. Can’t wait to try it this weekend. thank you for the recipe!
rebecca
I love chia pudding, such a great idea to add kiwi to it! it's delicious
Jess
Yesss! We love this for a yummy breakfast!!
Andrea
Simple ingredients and simple to make this chia pudding is a delicious dessert. The whole family will love this.
Renee
Such a delicious and healthy way to start the day! This and a cup of raspberries can get me through the morning hunger-free.