Peanut Butter Chia Pudding (Printer-friendly)

Creamy peanut butter chia pudding that's nutritious, easy to make, and perfect for breakfast or dessert.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pudding Base

01 - 2 cups unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
02 - 1/2 cup natural creamy peanut butter
03 - 1/4 cup pure maple syrup (or honey)
04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
05 - Pinch of salt

→ Chia Seeds

06 - 1/2 cup chia seeds

→ Toppings (Optional)

07 - 2 tablespoons roasted peanuts, chopped
08 - 2 tablespoons dark chocolate chips or shavings
09 - 1 ripe banana, sliced
10 - Fresh berries

# How To Make It:

01 - In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the almond milk, peanut butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth and fully incorporated.
02 - Stir in the chia seeds, mixing thoroughly to ensure even distribution and prevent clumping.
03 - Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight, allowing the mixture to thicken to a pudding-like consistency.
04 - Remove from the refrigerator and stir the pudding once more to break up any settled seeds and restore a creamy texture.
05 - Divide the pudding into serving glasses or bowls and top with chopped peanuts, dark chocolate shavings, banana slices, or fresh berries as desired.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • It takes about five minutes of actual effort and the fridge does all the heavy lifting while you sleep.
  • The peanut butter makes it taste like dessert but the chia seeds sneak in omega-3s, fiber, and protein without anyone noticing.
02 -
  • If you forget to stir the mixture after about the first hour of chilling, the chia seeds will clump together into an unappetizing gelatinous mass at the bottom of the bowl.
  • Natural peanut butter separates over time in the jar, so always stir it thoroughly before measuring or your pudding will be oily on top and dry underneath.
03 -
  • Blend the almond milk, peanut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla in a blender before adding the chia seeds for an ultra-smooth pudding that feels almost like mousse.
  • Toast the chopped peanuts in a dry skillet for three minutes before sprinkling them on top because the warmth and crunch elevate every single bite.

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