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Keto Chia Pudding 🥣

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Introducing our delightful Keto Chia Pudding! Unlike traditional chia puddings, this version offers a warm and comforting experience. It combines the goodness of keto oatmeal and the nutritious power of chia seeds. This breakfast recipe is a perfect choice to start your day on a delicious and healthy note.

keto chia pudding in a glass cup

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Preparation and cooking overview

Making this keto chia pudding is a breeze! In just 10 minutes, you'll have a nutritious and warm chia pudding ready to enjoy. All you have to do is gather your chia seeds, milk, sugar-free maple syrup, vanilla extract, spices, and sea salt. Stir them together in a pot and let them simmer.

Chef's note

For a pop of fruity freshness, add some raspberries, strawberries, blackberries, or blueberries. Want some tropical vibes? Sprinkle some flaked coconut. If you're in the mood for indulgence, try shaved sugar-free chocolate, dollops of keto whipped cream, or a drizzle of keto chocolate fudge sauce.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cooking Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Difficulty Level: Easy
  • Recipe Makes 4 Servings

🥣 Ingredients for this keto chia pudding recipe

Here is a list of ingredients needed to make keto chocolate chia pudding.

Ingredient substitutions

Use the following substitutes if you don't have the above-mentioned ingredients:

  • Unsweetened plain almond milk: Use any milk of choice - regular dairy milk or non-dairy milk like fresh or canned coconut milk, cashew milk, or macadamia nut milk.
  • Sugar-free maple syrup: Use any sugar-free sweetener of your choice, like stevia, erythritol, or a few drops of liquid Monk fruit.
  • Vanilla extract: Replace this with almond extract.

Additional ingredients

To elevate the taste of this sugar-free chocolate chia pudding, add the following ingredients:

  • Nuts: Add chopped or whole nuts like almonds, pecans, or walnuts in the pudding or sprinkle on top.
  • Nut butter: Swirl unsweetened peanut butter, almond butter, or cashew butter to make your pudding rich and creamy.
  • Seeds or seeds butter: Put on some flaxseeds or pumpkin seeds to boost the nutrition content of the recipe.
  • Protein powder: Add a scoop of your favorite low-carb protein powder to the mixture.
  • Fresh berries: Mix a handful of your strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, or blueberries into the pudding or use them as toppings.
  • Dark chocolate and raw cacao powder: Add dark chocolate and cocoa powder to your pudding mix for a chocolatey flavor.

Cooking tools required

To make this low-carb chia pudding recipe, you will need the following tools:

  • Small pot
  • Wooden spoon

How to make Keto Chia Pudding: step-by-step guide

Cooking method

  • Simmering

Preparation steps

  1. Gather all the required ingredients for the recipe.
  2. Measure the ingredients according to the needed quantity.
  3. Set up your cooking area.
  4. Prepare your serving jars to pour the chia mixture.
keto chia pudding ingredients in bowls

Cooking instruction

  1. Combine all of the ingredients in a small pot over medium heat.
  2. Bring to a simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
  3. Serve immediately or chill until ready to serve.

Chef's pro tip

Pay attention to the ratio of chia seeds to liquid when making pudding. To avoid ending up with a runny pudding or a solid mass of chia seeds, follow our recommended ratio of milk to chia seeds.

How to serve keto chia pudding?

  • Take a clear glass mason jar.
  • Layer the pudding with your chosen toppings.
  • Add a generous amount of your desired topping.

How to make it healthier

  • Reduce sweeteners: Use less or omit sugar-free maple syrup or other sweeteners to minimize added sugars.
  • Use unsweetened milk alternatives: Opt for unsweetened versions of almond milk or coconut milk to reduce overall carbohydrate content.
  • Add fiber-rich ingredients: You can add psyllium husk powder or ground flaxseeds to boost the fiber content of the pudding.
  • Choose nutrient-dense toppings: You can add fresh berries, sliced almonds, chia seeds, or unsweetened coconut flakes as toppings for flavor and texture.

What can I prepare ahead of time?

  • Pre-mix dry ingredients: Mix the chia seeds with the spices and a pinch of salt ahead of time and store them in an air-tight container.
  • Chop fresh ingredients: If you are adding topping, chop the berries, nuts, or shave the chocolate and store them in separate containers in the fridge.

Storage and reheating instructions

Storage instructions

  • Refrigerator: Transfer the leftover chia pudding to individual serving jars or an air-tight container and refrigerate for up to 5 days. Keep your toppings separate to maintain their texture, and add them right before serving.

Reheating instructions

  • Microwave: Transfer chia pudding to a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the desired temperature is reached.

Recipe wrap-up and conclusion

The Keto Chia Pudding recipe is as easy as it is tasty! With a few basic steps, you'll have a yummy keto breakfast or even a fun afternoon snack. And the best part? You can toss on your favorite keto-friendly toppings!

Not on a keto diet? No problem! Anyone can enjoy this great sugar-free dessert. So go ahead and share this recipe with friends and family. Let us know if they liked it! See you at the next cookout!

keto chia pudding in a glass cup

Frequently asked questions

Absolutely! Chia seeds are a great addition to a keto diet. They're high in fiber and healthy fats, particularly omega-3 fatty acids, and low in net carbs.

Yes. You can use white chia seeds, which are nutritionally similar to black ones.

Chia pudding may not gel properly if you don't stir it well. So, to avoid clumping or inconsistent gelling, give it a good stir after making the chia mixture.

Yes, but the pudding might not be as creamy. Milk, especially non-dairy milk like almond or coconut milk, adds a rich and creamy texture to the chia pudding.

📖 Recipe

Keto Chia Pudding

This easy Keto Chia Pudding can be served warm or cold and can be easily customized for a variety of flavor profiles.
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Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: keto
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 182kcal

Ingredients

Optional for chocolate variation

  • 1 ounce 100% dark chocolate
  • 2 tablespoons cacao powder
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Instructions

  • Combine all of the ingredients in a small pot over medium heat. Bring to a simmer for 5 minutes until thickened. Serve immediately or chill until ready to serve.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Keto Chia Pudding
Amount Per Serving
Calories 182 Calories from Fat 108
% Daily Value*
Fat 12g18%
Saturated Fat 3g19%
Trans Fat 0.03g
Polyunsaturated Fat 6g
Monounsaturated Fat 3g
Sodium 222mg10%
Potassium 185mg5%
Carbohydrates 17g6%
Fiber 10g42%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 6g12%
Vitamin A 11IU0%
Vitamin C 0.3mg0%
Calcium 333mg33%
Iron 3mg17%
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Nutritional values are estimates only and do not include carbs from sugar alcohols.

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