Yogurt Chia Pudding
Updated Jun 28, 2025
This yogurt chia pudding is a layered parfait-style breakfast or snack. Yogurt with a layer of berries, layer of chia pudding, and another layer of berries.
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MAKE yogurt chia pudding!
I make this yogurt chia pudding all the time, sometimes for breakfast, sometimes as a quick snack, and occasionally when I want something sweet after dinner. It’s just a few simple ingredients, but it always hits the spot. I use my base 3 ingredient chia pudding recipe and layer it on top of yogurt and top with berries or whatever toppings I have around, and it somehow feels like a little treat every time.
Happy Cooking!
– Yumna
Yogurt Chia Pudding Ingredients
- Yogurt: Full-fat yogurt works best. Vanilla yogurt is perfect here, but any flavor works.
- Sugar: I recommend cane sugar, but granulated sugar also works.
- Chia pudding: Use this 3-ingredient chia pudding recipe. Make it the day before so it has time to set in the fridge.
- Fresh fruit: I like blueberries and sliced strawberries macerated in sugar. Any fruit works well, like bananas, raspberries, and mango.
How to Make Yogurt Chia Pudding
Yogurt Chia Pudding Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- ¼ cup whole milk
- ¼ cup plain whole milk yogurt
- 1 tablespoon honey or other sweetener, optional
- Strawberries or other fruits for topping
Instructions
- Place the yogurt, honey, milk, and chia seeds into a jar and mix well. Let settle for 2–3 minutes, then mix well again until you see no clumping.
- Cover the jar and store in the fridge overnight or for at least 2 hours.
- When you're ready to eat it, top with your favorite fruit and enjoy cold!
Notes
1 cup Strawberries sliced
¼ cup cane sugar
½ cup whole milk vanilla yogurt
½ cup chia pudding prepared the day before
½ cup fresh blueberries
Instructions
Combine the strawberries and sugar in a bowl and stir to combine. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes or overnight.
Divide the yogurt into two cups.
Add the strawberries on top, reserving a few slices for topping.
Add the chia pudding and then the blueberries, followed by the reserved strawberries.
Serve immediately for best consistency.
Nutrition
Nutrition information provided is an estimate. It will vary based on cooking method and specific ingredients used.
Recipe Variations
- Add a crunch. Top with dried coconut flakes, chocolate chips, or chopped nuts, like almonds or pecans.
- Increase the protein. Add a layer of peanut butter or almond butter, or stir your favorite protein powder into the yogurt.
- Make it sweet. Drizzle maple syrup, honey, or agave on top.
Recipe Tips
- Blend the chia seeds twice. After the initial mixing, let the pudding rest for about 10 minutes then give it another stir before refrigerating. No one wants a clumpy pudding! And this ensures that doesn’t happen.
Serving Ideas
- Eggs: Cloud Eggs, Crispy Feta Fried Eggs, Baked Eggs in Avocado
- Pastries: Cinnamon Crumb Coffee Cake, Banana Bread Muffins, Vegan Cinnamon Rolls
- Brunch Mains: Avocado Toast, Protein Waffles, Shakshuka
FAQs
This yogurt chia pudding is best enjoyed as soon as you’ve made it, but it will keep well in the fridge covered for 2 to 3 days.
You can make the chia pudding and macerate the strawberries the day before.
Serve these chia seed yogurt parfaits in clear glasses or cups so you can see all the pretty layers. They’re great any time of day!
Yes, you can use frozen fruit for berry chia pudding. Just let it thaw ahead of time so it’s ready to eat when you assemble the yogurt parfaits.
Comments
Whole family loved it! Super easy to make.
Yay!! I love that!