Chia Pudding Base
Make-ahead breakfast that's actually pleasant to eat: creamy set, no clumps, customizable toppings.
Timing: 6 mins + 4h chill
Chia Pudding Base
Make-ahead breakfast that's actually pleasant to eat: creamy set, no clumps, customizable toppings.
Timing: 6 mins + 4h chill
Key move
Whisk twice--once now and once after 10 minutes--so chia hydrates evenly and sets creamy without clumps.
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The Setup
- Jar or Airtight Container1 quart
- Whisk
The Mise en Place
5Your prep station before cooking begins
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My pudding is still too thin, even after chilling.
Don't worry, we can fix this. It just needs a little more time or a boost. Try chilling it for another hour. If it's still not quite there, stir in one more tablespoon of chia seed…
My pudding is full of lumps!
Ah, it looks like we missed that second whisk after 10 minutes.
Chef's Notes
Build ideas: Berry bowl (berries + nuts). Tropical (mango + toasted coconut). Savory (skip vanilla; top with cucumber + herbs + olive oil).
Refrigerate up to 5 days. Stir before serving.
The Method
WHISK
Prep aheadWhisk milk (2 cups), salt, vanilla (if using), and cinnamon (½ tsp) (if using) in a bowl or jar.
Seasoning evenly dissolved
STIR
Time-sensitivePrep aheadStir in chia seeds (½ cups) until fully dispersed. Wait 10 minutes, then whisk again to break any clumps.
No floating clumps; seeds evenly suspended
CHILL
Prep aheadCover and refrigerate at least 4 hours (or overnight) until thick and spoonable.
Pudding holds a spoon trail
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