Chia Pudding (Berry)

Healthy Berry Chia Pudding packed with antioxidants, and made with frozen berries to save money! Naturally sweetened, high fiber, creamy, and delicious. Topped with a gut-healthy vegan walnut cream.

Two glass containers with berry chia pudding and walnut cream with a golden spoon.

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This is one of my go-to meal prep breakfasts. It's balanced, and packed with heart-healthy omega-3s and gut-healthy fiber. Plus, it lasts up to 4 days in the refrigerator so you can make it ahead of time.

This berry chia pudding recipe was inspired by my 5-minute Banana Chia Pudding on this site, as well as this naturally sweetened Chia Cocoa Pudding. For another berry recipe, try my Chia Pudding with Strawberries.

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📖 Ingredients
🫐 Substitutions
📖 How to Make Chia Pudding with Berries
✔️ Expert tips
🙋🏽‍♀️ Recipe FAQs
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Chia Pudding (Berry)
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📖 Ingredients

For the Berry Chia Pudding:

Chia seeds, lemon, soy milk, cinnamon, blueberries, and vanilla extract on a white board.

Chia seeds
Frozen or fresh berries
Maple syrup (optional)
Lemon
Cinnamon
Vanilla extract
Nondairy milk

For the vegan walnut cream:

Soy milk, vanilla, cinnamon, dates, and walnuts on a white board.

Walnut pieces
Nondairy milk
Vanilla extract
Cinnamon
Medjool dates

See the recipe card for quantities.

🫐 Substitutions

Blueberries - Instead of blueberries, use raspberries, blackberries, or a mixture. Use thawed frozen berries to save money! I used Wyman's brand frozen wild blueberries.
Milk - use your choice of milk. I prefer soy milk for its higher protein content and creamy texture.
Maple syrup - Maple syrup is optional especially if you are making the walnut cream. I prefer to naturally sweeten the berry chia pudding with the sweet and creamy walnut cream.
Cinnamon - Cinnamon has numerous health benefits. However, all types contain a compound known as coumarin, which is known to be harmful in large amounts. Ceylon cinnamon has much less coumarin than cassia cinnamon, which is why it is my preferred choice.
Walnuts - use cashews instead

For more healthy breakfast ideas, visit my Vegan Breakfasts recipes page.

📖 How to Make Chia Pudding with Berries

For the full recipe with quantities, scroll down to the bottom of the post. This is an overview.

Frozen blueberries mashed with lemon zest in a white bowl.

Step 1. Transfer the blueberries to a large measuring cup or bowl. Add the lemon zest and maple syrup (if using).

Mashed frozen blueberries mashed with lemon zest in a white bowl.

Step 2. Mash the blueberries until mostly smooth with some whole blueberries remaining.

Blueberries, nondairy milk, and lemon juice and zest, maple, cinnamon and vanilla mixed in a measuring cup.

Step 3. Add the milk, cinnamon, and vanilla. Mix well to combine. Add more milk until the mixture equals 1 ½ cups.

Berry chia pudding in two glass containers.

Step 4. Transfer the blueberry milk to a large container with a lid. Add the chia seeds and mix well to fully incorporate. Set aside for 5 minutes. Mix again, and cover. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

Walnuts, dates, soy milk, cinnamon, and vanilla in the canister of a blender next to the blade.

Step 5. To a blender, add the walnut cream ingredients: walnut pieces, ¾ cup nondairy milk, dates, and vanilla. Blend until creamy. Store in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 4 days.

Berry chia pudding in a glass container with vegan walnut cream next to it.

Step 6. Optional: Transfer the berry chia pudding to four single-serve containers, adding more milk as needed until the desired texture. Top with walnut cream. Refrigerate for up to 4 days.

✔️ Expert tips

Mix the chia seeds into the milk mixture another time while the mixture is sitting in the refrigerator, adding more milk as needed for the best texture.
Maple syrup is optional. The vegan walnut cream adds the perfect amount of sweetness.
If you skip the walnut cream, add maple syrup to the berry chia pudding to taste.
Storage: Refrigerate the berry chia pudding and walnut cream in separate airtight containers for up to 4 days. Or transfer the chia pudding to 4 single-serve containers with lids, top with the desired amount of walnut cream, and refrigerate for up to 4 days.

🙋🏽‍♀️ Recipe FAQs

Is chia pudding good for you?

Chia pudding is a good source of fiber, heart-healthy fats, and plant-based protein. Plus, it's gluten-free and vegan. Chia seeds and chia pudding make an excellent addition to a healthy and balanced diet.

What does chia pudding do for your gut?

Chia seeds are a good source of fiber and omega-3 fatty acids, which can reduce inflammation and support healthy digestion. The omega-3 fatty acids and caffeic acid in chia seeds may reduce inflammation in the gut.

Are chia seeds good for weight loss?

Chia seeds are very rich in fiber, which adds bulk to your meals and hence prolongs their satiety value. Plus, they slow down digestion and delay the release of glucose in the blood.