Fluffy Yogurt Chia Vanilla (Printable)

Creamy yogurt meets chia seeds and vanilla for a light, healthy option any time of day.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 1 cup Greek yogurt, full fat or low fat
02 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice
03 - 1/4 cup chia seeds
04 - 2 to 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup or honey
05 - 1 vanilla bean, split and seeds scraped, or 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
06 - Pinch of fine sea salt

→ Toppings

07 - Fresh berries such as strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries
08 - Toasted coconut flakes
09 - Sliced banana
10 - Granola
11 - Honey or maple syrup for drizzling

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, almond milk, maple syrup or honey, vanilla bean seeds, and salt until smooth and well combined.
02 - Stir in the chia seeds, mixing thoroughly to distribute evenly throughout the mixture.
03 - Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes, then whisk again to break up any clumps and ensure uniform texture.
04 - Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight until the pudding thickens and becomes fluffy.
05 - Before serving, stir the pudding thoroughly and spoon into individual glasses or bowls.
06 - Top with your choice of fresh berries, coconut flakes, banana slices, granola, or an additional drizzle of sweetener if desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It tastes like dessert but actually fuels your body with protein and healthy fats that keep you satisfied.
  • The real vanilla bean transforms something simple into something that feels indulgent without any effort.
  • You can make it once and have breakfast ready for three mornings, which feels like a small act of kindness to future you.
02 -
  • If you skip that second whisking after 5 minutes, the chia seeds clump together and create pockets of unsweetened seed sludge that no amount of toppings can redeem.
  • The pudding thickens as it chills, so if you're adding whipped cream for extra fluffiness, fold it in just before serving rather than hours before.
03 -
  • Whip heavy cream or coconut cream and fold it in right before serving for a pudding that tastes like it came from a fancy brunch spot.
  • If you're making this vegan, the plant-based yogurts with added stabilizers work beautifully and actually create a fluffier pudding than some dairy versions.
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