Description

This Healthy Chia Seed Pudding recipe is a nutritious, kid-friendly snack or breakfast option packed with omega-3s, protein, and fiber. Perfect for babies, toddlers, and kids alike, it requires no cooking and is made by soaking chia seeds in milk overnight, then blending with peanut butter, cocoa powder, dates, and natural sweeteners for a creamy, delicious pudding. Easily customizable for various dietary needs and perfect for busy mornings.

Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients

2 cups milk of your choice (such as almond, coconut, dairy, or hemp)
1/2 cup chia seeds
1/4 cup smooth peanut butter (or almond/seed butter)
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
6 pitted medjool dates, chopped
2–3 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (use maple syrup for children under 12 months)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla essence

Instructions

Combine Milk and Chia Seeds: Whisk together the milk and chia seeds in a mixing bowl until well combined. Make sure the chia seeds are evenly distributed and starting to absorb the liquid to prevent clumps.
Mix in Additional Ingredients: Stir in the peanut butter, cocoa powder, chopped dates, and vanilla essence until the mixture is uniform in texture. Add honey or maple syrup to taste for extra sweetness if desired.
Chill the Mixture: Cover the bowl with a lid or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight. This allows the chia seeds to gelatinize and thicken the pudding to the perfect creamy consistency.
Blend for Smoothness: Transfer the chilled pudding mixture to a blender. Blend on high for about 2 minutes until the pudding becomes extremely smooth and creamy, ensuring all ingredients are fully incorporated.
Serve and Enjoy: Pour the pudding into small jars for individual servings or a large bowl for sharing. Serve with fresh fruit, granola, or toast fingers for a complete nutritious snack or breakfast.

Notes

Use fresh chia seeds that are shiny and smooth for the best texture and flavor.
For babies under 1 year, substitute regular milk with breast milk or formula and avoid honey.
To prevent clumping, whisk the chia and milk mixture twice during the first 10 minutes after mixing.
The pudding can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Adjust the sweetness by starting with less honey or syrup and adding more later if needed.
Try adding fresh fruits like banana, berries, or mango for extra flavor and nutrition.
For nut allergies, replace peanut butter with sunflower or pumpkin seed butter or omit nut butter for babies under 1 year.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Blending
Cuisine: American

Keywords: chia seed pudding, healthy kids snack, baby food, toddler breakfast, easy chia pudding, dairy-free pudding, make-ahead breakfast