Easy Overnight Chia Pudding Cups with Berries
These easy overnight chia pudding cups with berries are a quick, no-cook breakfast that kids and adults love. With just 10 minutes of prep, you get a creamy, nutritious pudding packed with fiber, protein, and omega-3s.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes (including refrigeration)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tablespoons (45g) chia seeds
- 1 cup (240ml) milk of your choice (whole milk recommended)
- 1–2 tablespoons (15-30ml) maple syrup or honey
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup (150g) mixed berries (fresh or frozen)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a medium bowl or jar, combine chia seeds, milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt. Whisk vigorously for 30 seconds. Let sit for 5 minutes, then whisk again to break up clumps.
- Mash ½ cup of the berries with a fork to create a chunky puree.
- Spoon half of the chia pudding mixture into jars. Add a layer of mashed berries, then top with remaining pudding. Alternatively, stir mashed berries directly into pudding for a uniform color.
- Top with remaining whole berries.
- Cover jars and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight.
- In the morning, stir the pudding. If too thick, add a splash of milk; if too thin, add 1 tablespoon chia seeds and let sit for another hour.
- Add desired toppings (e.g., honey, granola, yogurt) and serve cold.
Notes
For best texture, whisk chia seeds thoroughly and let sit for 5 minutes before second whisking. Store berries separately if prepping for the week to maintain freshness. Chia pudding is best served cold; do not reheat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar (about 8 ounce
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 16
- Sodium: 100
- Fat: 14
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 32
- Fiber: 12
- Protein: 9
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