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Glass jar of Raspberry Chia Seed Pudding topped with fresh raspberries and granola on a wooden tray.
Layla

Raspberry Chia Seed Pudding

Creamy, vibrant pudding bursting with real raspberry flavor and wholesome chia seeds - make it tonight, eat it tomorrow.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 245

Ingredients
  

For the Raspberry Base
  • 2 cups fresh raspberries plus extra for topping; frozen works too, thaw first
  • 2 tbsp pure maple syrup adjust to taste based on berry sweetness
  • 1 tsp fresh lemon juice brightens the berry flavor
For the Pudding
  • 0.5 cup chia seeds black or white, not ground
  • 1.5 cups unsweetened almond milk or any milk you prefer
  • 0.5 cup full-fat coconut milk from the can, for richness
  • 0.5 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 0.25 tsp fine sea salt enhances sweetness

Equipment

  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Whisk or fork
  • Mason jars or airtight containers with lids
  • Blender or Food Processor

Method
 

Make the Raspberry Puree
  1. Combine 2 cups raspberries, maple syrup, and lemon juice in a blender. Blend on high until completely smooth, about 30 seconds. Pour through a fine-mesh sieve into a medium bowl, pressing with a spatula to extract all the liquid. Discard the seeds. You should have about 1 cup of vibrant puree.
Mix the Pudding
  1. To the bowl with raspberry puree, add chia seeds, almond milk, coconut milk, vanilla, and salt. Whisk vigorously for 30 seconds to break up any clumps. Let sit for 5 minutes, then whisk again - this second whisking prevents the seeds from clumping together as they start to absorb liquid.
  2. Divide the mixture evenly among four 8-ounce mason jars or containers. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight. The pudding is ready when the chia seeds have plumped and the mixture is thick enough that a spoon stands up straight.
Serve
  1. Stir each pudding before serving - it will have set quite firm. Top with fresh raspberries, a drizzle of extra coconut milk, or a sprinkle of toasted coconut if desired. The pudding keeps refrigerated for up to 5 days.

Notes

For the creamiest texture, use full-fat coconut milk from the can - the light versions make a thinner pudding. If your berries are tart, add an extra tablespoon of maple syrup. The pudding thickens significantly as it chills; if it sets too firm, simply stir in a splash of milk to loosen it before serving.