Dessert

Chia Seed Breakfast Pudding Recipe

ByMaya bella February 26, 2026February 26, 2026

Introduction

Chia Seed Breakfast Pudding is a vibrant and nutritious way to start your day. Featuring layers of fruity, chocolatey, and green flavors, this pudding is both visually stunning and deliciously satisfying. It’s perfect for a make-ahead breakfast that will keep you energized all morning.

The image shows a clear glass filled with five distinct, colorful layers of chia pudding. Starting from the bottom, the first layer is light brown with visible tiny chia seeds, followed by a muted green layer. Above that is a bright magenta layer, then a pale greenish-yellow layer with chia seeds. The top layer is a deeper magenta, slightly frothy, and decorated with a small dollop of light green cream and a purple flower with green leaves. The glass is placed on a white marbled surface with another similar glass blurred in the background. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

6 cups almond milk
6 tablespoons agave syrup (or to taste)
3 teaspoons vanilla extract
3.5 ounces dragon fruit purée (pitaya)
1 mango, peeled and sliced
1 large avocado
0.28 ounces wheat grass powder
Juice of ½ lime
Juice of 1½ lemons
15 tablespoons chia seeds
1.5 ounces dark chocolate bar
1 tablespoon bee pollen
Edible flowers for garnish

Instructions

Step 1: For the chocolate chia pudding, heat 1 cup of almond milk and stir in the dark chocolate bar until melted. Sweeten with 1 tablespoon of agave to taste, then whisk in 3 tablespoons of chia seeds and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for a few hours until set.
Step 2: In a mini food processor, puree the sliced mango with a splash of almond milk until smooth. Sweeten to taste with agave and stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 2.5 tablespoons chia seeds. Cover and refrigerate.
Step 3: In a separate cup, whisk together 1 cup almond milk, wheat grass powder, and juice from half a lime. Sweeten to taste with agave and whisk in 3 tablespoons chia seeds. Cover and refrigerate.
Step 4: Puree the avocado in the food processor with ½ cup almond milk and juice from 1 lemon. Sweeten to taste with agave and whisk in 3 tablespoons chia seeds. Cover and refrigerate.
Step 5: In another cup, whisk together 1 cup almond milk, dragon fruit purée, and a squeeze of lemon juice. Sweeten to taste with agave or honey. Cover and refrigerate until set, about 3 hours or overnight.
Step 6: Once all puddings have set, spoon layers of each flavor into 4 glasses. Arrange the layers in your preferred order and garnish with edible flowers and a sprinkle of bee pollen.

Tips & Variations

For a sweeter pudding, adjust the agave quantity or add a touch of honey as preferred.
Use fresh fruit purees or frozen fruit for convenience and flavor variations.
Swap almond milk for coconut milk for a richer taste.
Add a handful of nuts or seeds on top for extra crunch.

Storage

Store the chia seed puddings covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. If layering in glasses, assemble just before serving for the best texture. Reheat is not recommended, but pudding can be stirred and enjoyed cold.

How to Serve

A clear glass shows a layered dessert with five visible layers, starting from the bottom: a light brown creamy base, followed by a bright pink textured layer with small seeds, then a pale green creamy layer, another bright pink seed-filled layer, and topped with a yellow textured layer. On top of the yellow layer, there is a dollop of pale green cream and garnishes that include a small purple flower and a green mint leaf, with tiny yellow sprinkles scattered around. The glass sits on a white marbled surface, and a soft blue and white striped cloth is blurred in the background. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other types of milk instead of almond milk?

Yes, you can substitute almond milk with any plant-based milk like coconut, oat, or soy milk depending on your taste and dietary preferences.

How long does it take for chia pudding to set?

Chia pudding typically takes at least 3 hours to set in the refrigerator, but overnight chilling is best for a smooth, gelled texture.

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