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    Home » Recipe Index » Breakfast

    Versatile Chia Seed Porridge

    February 20, 2022 Updated January 13, 2023 By Rebecca Breakfast, Cooking for One, Desserts, Easy Recipes, Prep Ahead Meals, Snacks, Winter Recipes

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    chia pudding with orange slices on top

    Make this easy chia seed porridge aka chia pudding as a delicious base for fresh fruit and other delicious toppings. It makes for a great breakfast or snack any time of the day. Try this Peanut Butter Banana Chia Pudding and Coffee Chia Pudding too.

    chia pudding with orange slices on top

    [This chia pudding recipe was originally posted in June 2018. It has been updated with new photos, cooking instructions, expert tips, FAQ, related recipes, video and ways to repurpose/use up ingredients]

    Table of contents

    • How will this chia pudding make your life easier?
    • What makes this porridge so good?
    • How do I make chia porridge?
    • Substitutions/Tips
    • FAQ
    • What can I make with leftover ingredients?

    How will this chia pudding make your life easier?

    This chia seed porridge is a great batch cooking breakfast/snack. Make enough to last through the week. It stores well and is easy to grab and go. I'd just add the toppings fresh instead of when prepping them (unless they're peanut butter or frozen fruit).

    Here are a couple other easy breakfast recipes: Apple Pie Overnight Oats, Triple Berry Smoothie with Granola, Single Serving Oatmeal Cups, Make Ahead Breakfast Sandwiches.

    What makes this porridge so good?

    ingredients for chia seed pudding

    How do I make chia porridge?

    chia seeds in milk

    Start making your chia seed porridge by mixing together chia seeds, milk, sugar, and vanilla extract. Stir immediately. Set aside in the fridge for at least 30 minutes, stir occasionally.

    chia pudding in measuring cup

    Stir one last time.

    Top your chia seed porridge with seasonal fruit and enjoy. For example, I'm topping this with fresh orange slices since it's winter. See below for more topping ideas.

    Make extra servings and refrigerate until use for up to 3-5 days. This makes for a quick snack.

    Topping suggestions:

    chia pudding with jam in it

    Apple Cinnamon Chia Pudding: ½ tart apple, chopped; 1-2 teaspoons maple syrup, pinch of cinnamon

    Orange Ginger Chia Pudding: ½ orange, sliced; 1-2 teaspoons honey, pinch of ground ginger.

    Berry Chia Pudding: 1-2 Tablespoons jam.

    Substitutions/Tips

    • Swap your sugar for maple syrup or honey if you prefer the flavor.
    • Use your favorite milk: cow's milk, almond milk, soy milk, coconut milk, etc
    • Add fruit topping before serving, unless it's frozen, then you can add it to your chia seed porridge and store it for a few days.
    • You can make this chia pudding ahead of time and store in the fridge.
    • Additional Topping ideas: Fresh orange slices, fresh berries, kiwi slices, sliced apples or pears, pineapple, or mashed banana. Chocolate chips and peanut butter are also a great additions, or mash fresh berries with a spoonful of sugar for a sweet addition.

    FAQ

    What are the best ways of eating chia seeds?

    Chia seeds are great in chia pudding/chia seed porridge (same thing) like this recipe or Peanut Butter Banana Chia Pudding, added to smoothies, to make jam, or in place of poppy seeds in Ham and Cheese Sliders.

    Are chia porridge and chia pudding the same?

    Yes, I use both terms to describe chia seeds that have absorbed liquid to make a pudding like food.

    Can you put chia seeds in porridge?

    You can add chia seeds to oatmeal, porridge, and smoothies. Add them as a topping for a crunchy bite or add them to oatmeal or porridge before you cook it to get softer chia seeds.

    chia pudding with orange slices in a glass

    What can I make with leftover ingredients?

    • Chia Seeds: Peanut Butter Banana Chia Pudding, PB Granola, and Hawaiian Roll Sliders.
    • Berries: Blueberry Chocolate Muffins, Summer Berry Salad, Strawberry Spinach Salad, or Chocolate Covered Strawberries.

    Did you make this chia seed porridge? Leave me a comment & rating to share how it turned out!

    close up of chia pudding with orange slices
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    5 from 2 votes

    Easy Chia Seed Porridge

    Make this easy chia seed porridge aka chia pudding as a delicious base for fresh fruit and other delicious toppings. It makes for a great breakfast or snack any time of the day.
    Course Breakfast, Snack
    Cuisine American
    Prep Time 5 minutes
    Cook Time 0 minutes
    Resting Time 20 minutes
    Total Time 30 minutes
    Servings 1 cup
    Author Rebecca

    Equipment

    • Small bowl
    • whisk
    • Measuring Spoons
    • Measuring Cups

    Ingredients

    • 2 Tablespoons dry chia seeds
    • ¾ cup milk
    • 1 teaspoon sugar
    • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 1 cup seasonal fruit see notes for options

    Instructions

    • Mix together 2 Tablespoons chia seeds, ¾ cup milk, 1 teaspoon sugar, and ½ teaspoon vanilla, stir. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Stirring occasionally.
    • Stir again. Top with seasonal fruit and enjoy.

    Video

    CHIA SEED PORRIDGE

    Notes

    • Swap sugar for maple syrup or honey if desired.
    • Add fruit topping before serving, unless it's frozen fruit-then you can add it to your chia seed porridge and store it for a few days.
    • Topping ideas: Fresh orange slices, fresh berries, kiwi slices, sliced apples or pears, pineapple, or mashed banana. Chocolate chips and peanut butter are also a great additions.
    • You can also mash fresh berries with a spoonful of sugar for a sweet addition.


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    Comments

    1. Abbey Sharp says

      June 21, 2018 at 3:54 pm

      5 stars
      Love how easy these are to take on the go! So pretty too 🙂

      Reply
      • Rebecca says

        June 22, 2018 at 9:58 am

        Thanks! and they're an awesome grab & go breakfast/snack

        Reply
    2. Emily @Sinful Nutrition says

      June 21, 2018 at 6:30 pm

      This looks delicious! Give me all the berries in summer!

      Reply
      • Rebecca says

        June 22, 2018 at 9:58 am

        thanks Emily! and yes, same here! ALL the berries

        Reply
    3. GiGi Eats says

      June 21, 2018 at 6:46 pm

      5 stars
      Whenever I see chia pudding recipes I am like - I NEED TO MAKE IT! but then for some reason, I always forget to buy chia seeds at the store like a dumb dumb! LOL!

      Reply
      • Rebecca says

        June 22, 2018 at 9:57 am

        haha! I feel ya, I do the same thing. hope you remember next time

        Reply
    4. Carrie A Groff says

      June 22, 2018 at 7:00 am

      This looks so yummy!! Not sure why, but I totally have not gotten into the chia pudding thing yet 🙂 I really should, especially when I see a yummy and simple recipe like this!

      Reply
      • Rebecca says

        June 22, 2018 at 9:57 am

        yes, it's so easy & delicious! it's time 😉

        Reply
    5. Albert Bevia says

      June 25, 2018 at 4:51 am

      Nothing better than using seasonal ingredients, this chia pudding looks amazing

      Reply
      • Rebecca says

        June 25, 2018 at 8:17 am

        thanks so much!

        Reply
      • Rebecca says

        June 28, 2018 at 11:34 am

        right?! I try to eat seasonally! thanks

        Reply
    6. Sherri Hall says

      June 28, 2018 at 10:44 am

      My husband has been obsessed with the chia pudding from our local coffee shop. I think I'll surprise him by making this for him; he will LOVE it! 🙂

      Reply
      • Rebecca says

        June 28, 2018 at 11:35 am

        that's awesome! let me know what he thinks of it!

        Reply

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