Poppy Seed Chia Pudding (Printable Version)

A creamy, nourishing pudding combining chia seeds and poppy seeds with a subtle crunch. Perfect for breakfast or dessert.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
02 - 1/2 cup chia seeds
03 - 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
04 - 2 to 3 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - Pinch of salt

→ Topping

07 - 1/2 cup fresh berries such as blueberries or raspberries
08 - 1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds
09 - 1 tablespoon shredded coconut

# Cooking Steps:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the almond milk, chia seeds, poppy seeds, maple syrup or honey, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
02 - Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes, then whisk again to prevent clumping and ensure even seed distribution.
03 - Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, until the mixture reaches a pudding-like consistency.
04 - Stir the pudding before serving. Spoon into bowls or jars and top with fresh berries, toasted almonds, and shredded coconut as desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It feels like eating dessert for breakfast without any guilt
  • The texture combination of creamy and crunchy becomes addictive
02 -
  • The second whisk after five minutes prevents the seeds from clumping together
  • Overnight chilling makes all the difference between good and perfect texture
03 -
  • Toast your poppy seeds in a dry pan for two minutes before adding them for next level flavor
  • A splash of coconut milk stirred in right before serving makes it incredibly luxurious
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