Create a healthy and visually appealing chia pudding parfait that resembles a decadent dessert. This recipe is perfect for a nutritious breakfast or a sweet treat.
Author:Julian Vaughn
Prep Time:5 minutes
Cook Time:0 minutes
Total Time:4 hours 5 minutes
Yield:1 serving
Category:Breakfast
Method:No-bake
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
1/4 cup chia seeds
1 cup milk of choice (almond, oat, or dairy)
1 tablespoon sweetener (maple syrup, honey, or agave), or to taste
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
1/4 cup Greek yogurt or dairy-free alternative
1 tablespoon chopped nuts or granola for topping
Instructions
In a bowl or jar, combine chia seeds, milk, sweetener, and vanilla extract.
Stir well to prevent clumping.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, until thickened.
To assemble the parfait, layer the chia pudding with Greek yogurt and fresh berries in a glass.
Repeat the layers until the glass is full.
Top with chopped nuts or granola.
Serve chilled and enjoy.
Notes
Adjust sweetener to your preference.
Feel free to add other fruits like sliced banana or mango.
For a richer flavor, you can add a tablespoon of cocoa powder to the chia pudding mixture.
Nutrition
Serving Size:1 parfait
Calories:Approximately 350-450 (depending on milk and sweetener choice)