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Chia Pudding Breakfast Jars - Vanilla Berry

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1/4 cup chia seeds
  • 1 cup milk of choice (almond, oat, dairy, soy, or coconut)
  • 1–2 teaspoons pure maple syrup or honey, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/8 teaspoon fine sea salt (optional, but enhances flavor)
  • 3/4–1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries)
  • 1–2 tablespoons plain or vanilla yogurt (optional, for extra creaminess)
  • 1 tablespoon nut butter or chopped nuts (optional, for crunch and protein)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional, brightens the berries)

Method
 

  1. Mix the base: In a medium bowl or measuring cup, whisk the milk, vanilla, maple syrup or honey, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
  2. Add chia seeds: Sprinkle in the chia seeds and whisk well. Let sit for 2–3 minutes, then whisk again to prevent clumping.
  3. Chill to set: Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, ideally overnight, until thick and pudding-like.
  4. Prep the berries: If using strawberries, hull and slice. Toss mixed berries with lemon zest if you’re using it. If using frozen berries, thaw and drain excess liquid.
  5. Layer the jars: Spoon a few tablespoons of chia pudding into the bottom of two small jars. Add a layer of berries. Repeat layers until jars are full.
  6. Add creaminess: Top with a dollop of yogurt if you like, or swirl it into the pudding for a softer texture.
  7. Finish with crunch: Add a spoonful of nut butter or a sprinkle of chopped nuts or granola just before serving.
  8. Taste and adjust: If you prefer sweeter, drizzle a little extra maple syrup on top.