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This 4-ingredient Almond Butter Chia Pudding is packed with creamy, almond goodness. Top it with sliced bananas and chocolate for an extra special breakfast.
If you often find yourself drizzling almond butter on top of a basic chia pudding, then this recipe is for you!
Every bite is infused with that creamy, rich almond flavor, making it a perfect option for breakfast, snack time, or even dessert.
And the best part about recipes like chia pudding or protein steel cut oats is the fun topping combos!
Whether it's mini chocolate chips, crunchy quinoa granola, or sliced bananas and berries, the possibilities are endless.
You can't go wrong because it's delicious even without any toppings!
Ingredients
You will need these simple ingredients to make chia seed pudding with almond butter:
- Chia Seeds are the key to this recipe. When dry chia seeds combine with the liquid, they swell up and become gelatinous to form the “pudding.” (Just like when making a flax egg or chia egg!)
- Almond Milk is the primary liquid that allows the chia seeds to gel. Another plant-based milk like soy milk or oat milk also works.
- Almond Butter adds creaminess to the pudding as well as some extra protein. Another nut butter or seed butter would also work.
- Maple Syrup adds sweetness but is optional. Use more or less depending on how sweet you want your pudding.
Please refer to the recipe card below for the full list of ingredients and detailed instructions.
Equipment
This recipe yields one serving of chia seed pudding with almond butter, but feel free to scale it up for meal prep by doubling or tripling the ingredients. I suggest using individual serving cups or jars.
An 8-ounce mason jar works well, leaving just a little bit of extra space at the top.
However, if you plan to add a lot of toppings, opt for a larger container.
How to Make Almond Butter Chia Pudding
Here’s a step-by-step guide to making the best almond butter chia seed pudding:
- Step 1: Mix the wet ingredients.
- Step 2: Mix in the chia seeds.
- Step 3: Let sit for 2 to 3 minutes, then mix again.
- Step 4: Cover and refrigerator for at least an hour.
Top Tips
Microwave Hack - If you're struggling to mix the almond butter with the almond milk, just pop it in the microwave for 20 seconds. That should help the almond butter dissolve into the milk more easily.
Second Mix - After a few minutes, the chia seeds will settle. To ensure they are evenly distributed when fully set, they must be mixed again.
Variations & Additions
Here are a few ways to customize your creamy almond butter chia seed pudding:
- Pumpkin Chia Pudding - Add some pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice for a fall favorite!
- Chocolate Almond Chia Pudding - Mix in cocoa powder and chocolate chips for a chocolatey treat.
- Banana Chia Pudding - Layer the pudding between sliced bananas or combine this recipe with banana overnight oats!
- Blueberry Almond Chia Pudding - Add blueberries for a burst of fresh flavor and sweetness.
- Crunchy Granola Pudding - Contrast the creaminess of the pudding with quinoa granola or maple granola as a topping.
- Cinnamon Chia Pudding - Add cinnamon, nutmeg, or even a little chai concentrate like in chai chia pudding for an extra flavorful, cozy pudding.
Storage
Store almond butter chia pudding in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
I have never tried freezing chia seed pudding, but supposedly you can freeze it for 3 to 4 weeks without losing the texture or consistency.
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📖 Recipe
Almond Butter Chia Pudding
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- ½ cup almond milk or another plant-based milk
- 2 tablespoons almond butter or another nut or seed butter
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup plus more if needed
Instructions
- Place all the wet ingredients in a jar or small bowl. Mix to combine.
- If you're struggling to mix the almond butter with the almond milk, just pop it in the microwave for 20 seconds. That should help the almond butter dissolve into the milk more easily.
- Add the chia seeds to the almond mixture and mix to fully combine.
- Allow the pudding to sit for 2 to 3 minutes, then mix again to ensure none of the seeds settle at the bottom.
- Cover and refrigerate chia pudding for at least an hour or overnight.
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