Easy Strawberry Chia Pudding (Printer-Friendly)

Creamy strawberry chia with a touch of maple and vanilla makes a satisfying, fiber-rich breakfast or snack.

# What You’ll Need to Cook:

→ Base Mixture

01 - 2 cups (300 g) fresh or frozen strawberries
02 - 2 cups (480 ml) whole milk or plant-based alternative
03 - 2 tablespoons (30 ml) maple syrup, or more to taste
04 - 0.5 teaspoon (2 ml) vanilla extract
05 - 0.5 cup (80 g) chia seeds

→ Layers and Garnish

06 - Fresh strawberries, sliced, for garnish
07 - Granola, for topping
08 - Greek yogurt, for layering

# Steps to Prepare:

01 - Combine strawberries, milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract in a high-speed blender. Process until completely smooth.
02 - Transfer chia seeds to a medium container. Pour the blended strawberry mixture over the seeds, stirring thoroughly to ensure even distribution. Mix well to prevent clumping.
03 - Cover the container and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the chia seeds to swell and thicken, forming a pudding-like consistency.
04 - Layer chilled pudding with Greek yogurt and granola in serving glasses or bowls. Garnish with additional fresh strawberries before serving.

# Extra Cooking Tips:

01 - Stir the mixture again 10 minutes after refrigeration to prevent chia seeds from settling at the bottom.
02 - For a dairy-free version, substitute milk with almond, coconut, or oat milk, and omit Greek yogurt or use a non-dairy alternative.