Berry Chia Pudding Delight (Printable Version)

A creamy, layered chia dish featuring mixed berries for a nutritious and vibrant start to the morning.

# Ingredient List:

→ Chia Pudding

01 - 1/2 cup chia seeds
02 - 2 cups unsweetened almond milk (or any plant-based milk)
03 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup (or honey)
04 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Berry Compote

05 - 2 cups mixed berries (fresh or frozen; e.g., strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
06 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup
07 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice

→ Toppings

08 - 1/2 cup fresh berries
09 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut (optional)
10 - 2 tablespoons sliced almonds (optional)

# Directions:

01 - In a medium bowl, whisk together chia seeds, almond milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Let rest for 10 minutes, then whisk again to break up any clumps. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until thickened.
02 - In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine mixed berries, maple syrup, and lemon juice. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 7 minutes until the berries soften and release syrup. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
03 - Once chilled and set, stir the chia pudding thoroughly to ensure even texture.
04 - Spoon a layer of chia pudding into serving jars or bowls, add a layer of berry compote, and repeat layers as desired. Top with fresh berries, shredded coconut, and sliced almonds.
05 - Refrigerate assembled servings up to 4 days. Serve chilled for best taste.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It tastes like dessert but keeps you genuinely full until lunch.
  • You make it once and have grab-and-go breakfasts waiting all week.
  • No cooking required, just whisking and patience—perfect for when your kitchen feels too chaotic for anything else.
02 -
  • That second whisk 10 minutes in is non-negotiable—it's the difference between silky pudding and gritty disappointment.
  • The compote gets thicker as it cools, so don't panic if it seems thin straight off the heat; that's exactly how you want it.
03 -
  • Make the compote a day ahead and it actually tastes better, the berries completely surrendering to the maple and lemon.
  • Keep your chia seeds in the freezer; they stay fresher longer and somehow taste more vibrant when they haven't been sitting around.
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