Kid-Friendly Strawberry Chia Seed Pudding
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This Strawberry Chia Seed Pudding is a family favorite in our house – it’s nutritious, delicious, and meal prep friendly! Packed with protein, naturally sweetened, and completely plant-based, it’s a blood sugar balancing breakfast to start your day off right!
My kids have been loving this chia pudding lately! I wasn’t sure if my kids would be open to trying chia pudding because of the texture of the chia seeds! But all I had to say was that it was “Strawberry Pudding” and they were down to try it!
There are a few different ways to think about the servings for this recipe:
- 3 servings – 1 for you (an adult) and 2 kid-sized servings, so everyone starts the day fueled and happy!
- 2 servings – You can divide this recipe between 2 adults (15 grams of protein each)
- 1 serving – You can enjoy the whole thing yourself (which gets you 30 grams of protein!)
I like to make this chia pudding on Sundays and put it in individual glass jars for my Monday and Tuesday breakfasts. I follow a carb cycling program in the nutrition and fitness program that I coach (carb cycling is way less intimidating than it sounds!). On Mondays and Tuesdays, we enjoy a higher amount of healthy fats and a lower amount of net carbs (same total calories) in order to keep us metabolically flexible and increase our bodies’ ability to burn fat for fuel.
I love enjoying chia pudding for perfect breakfast on these days! Plus, this strawberry chia pudding stays fresh in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, making busy weekday mornings so much easier.
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Recipe Ingredients
You’ll need the following ingredients to make this Strawberry Chia Pudding:
Ingredient Notes
- Chia Seeds: Chia seeds are the base of this pudding and provide amazing fiber and omega-3 fatty acids. They expand when soaked in liquid, creating that signature pudding texture. I love using Navitas Organics Organic Chia Seeds.
- Vanilla Protein Powder: I recommend looking for a protein powder without added sugar or artificial flavors. My go-to clean vegan protein powder is Be Well by Kelly’s Vegan Vanilla Powder. Use code: SUPERMOMEATS for 15% off your order! It has 20 grams of protein, 8 grams of fiber, and only 3 ingredients!
- Strawberries: I recommend using fresh strawberries for the brightest flavor, though frozen and thawed will work in a pinch. I prefer the texture of the fresh strawberries for this recipe so that the pudding isn’t too thick.
Additions & Substitutions
- Toppings: I love topping my chia pudding with additional strawberry slices and Sweet Thins or graham crackers! You could also try crushed vanilla wafers, granola, or sliced bananas as alternative toppings.
- Milk: Any milk works well here – oat milk, coconut milk, or regular dairy milk can be substituted for almond milk.
- Protein: If you don’t have protein powder, you can add a couple of tablespoons of Greek yogurt for a protein boost.
Tools For This Recipe
- Glass meal prep jars
- High-speed blender
How to Make Strawberry Chia Seed Pudding: Step-by-Step
For the full recipe with the exact ingredients, scroll down to the printable recipe card below!
Step 1: Add chia seeds, protein powder, almond milk, strawberries, vanilla extract, and maple syrup to a high-speed blender.
Step 2: Blend until smooth.
Step 3: Pour the chia pudding mixture into glass serving jars or meal prep containers. Refrigerate for at least 10 minutes or overnight. When ready to serve, top with strawberry slices and crushed gluten-free sweet thins.
Recipe Tips & Tricks
- Meal Prep: Prep this chia pudding on Sunday, so you have breakfasts ready for the week. Add your toppings when you’re ready to serve it.
- Sweetness: Taste before refrigerating and adjust the maple syrup if needed, especially if your strawberries aren’t very sweet.
- Thickness: If your pudding seems too thick after refrigeration, you can thin it with a splash of milk before serving.
Storage & Reheating
- Fridge: Keep fresh for up to 3 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Make-Ahead: This strawberry chia seed pudding is great for meal prep! Make a few jars in advance, so you have breakfast ready to go for a few days. This has been SO helpful for me as a busy work-from-home mom!
- Toppings: Store toppings separately and add them just before serving to maintain their texture.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! You can omit the protein powder and add an extra tablespoon of chia seeds or add a few tablespoons of Greek yogurt, though the protein content will be lower.
I’ve found that this is the easiest way to assemble this recipe and uses the least amount of dishes. You have to blend the strawberries to create more of a puree, so you might as well blend everything all at once! Blending also creates a smoother texture that’s more appealing to kids, and it helps incorporate the strawberry flavor throughout.
I recommend using a protein powder that uses as few ingredients as possible and that is not full of artificial ingredients and sugar. I used Be Well Vegan Vanilla Protein Powder for this recipe. It has 20 grams of protein per serving, 8 grams of fiber, no pea protein, and uses only 3 ingredients. I feel comfortable giving this to my kids occasionally, not as a replacement for whole foods, but as a supplementation, as the ingredients are very clean and minimal. If you’d like to try this protein powder, you can use my discount code: SUPERMOMEATS to get 15% off your order!
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Strawberry Chia Seed Pudding
Ingredients
- ¼ cup chia seeds
- 1 serving vegan vanilla protein powder*
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk, or any preferred milk
- 1 cup strawberries, I used fresh strawberries!
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon 100% pure maple syrup
- Optional Toppings: Crushed gluten-free sweet thins or graham crackers, diced strawberries, and/or Greek yogurt
Instructions
- Add all chia pudding ingredients to a high-speed blender and blend until smooth.
- Pour the pudding into glass serving jars or meal prep containers. Refrigerate for at least 10 minutes or overnight.
- When ready to serve, top with strawberry slices and crushed gluten-free sweet thins or graham crackers. Serve cold as a healthy breakfast, snack, or even dessert!