Raspberry and Banana Chia Pudding

My Gluten-Free Vegan Raspberry and Banana Chia Seed Pudding is an easy and healthy recipe made with only 4 clean, real food ingredients. It's the perfect plant-based breakfast or snack and only takes about 5 minutes to prepare!

Here's Why This Recipe Works:

My top 3 favorite reasons:

1. No Special Equipment Needed
2. Can be Prepared in About 5 Minutes
3. Made with Only 4 Clean, Real Food Ingredients

No Special Equipment Needed

You don't need a blender or food processor to make this no-cook recipe.

In fact, all you need is a glass mason jar with a lid to mix everything in and you can use the same jar as a serving dish!

Can Be Prepared In About 5 Minutes

It takes less than 5 minutes to add all the ingredients together and a little more time to let it firm in the refrigerator.

You can make this the night before and have a quick, nutritious breakfast waiting for you in the morning, or mix it together for a healthy snack during the day in just a matter of minutes!

Made With Only 4 Clean, Real Food Ingredients

You'll love how this easy recipe is made with only 4 clean ingredients and is naturally sweetened with fresh bananas and raspberries.

For example, ingredients such as almond milk, chia seeds, bananas, and raspberries - that's it!

My healthy plant-based recipe is raw, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, soy-free, oil-free, no-cook, no refined sugar, paleo-friendly and Medical Medium® Compliant.

Karielyn's Expert Tips + Ingredient Substitutions for Gluten-Free Vegan Raspberry and Banana Chia Pudding

Here are some of my expert tips to make this recipe perfectly:

Almond Milk.  I used homemade almond milk but feel free to use your favorite non-dairy milk. Another great option is to use Joi Organic Almond Milk made with 100% organic almonds.

Sweetener.  I found it to be lightly sweet with just the banana and raspberries, but if you prefer it sweeter, just add 1-2 tablespoons of organic maple syrup.

Mixing Method. You can mix the chia pudding together with two options:

1. Shaking in a glass mason jar - If you have a glass mason jar, you can add all the ingredients in the jar, seal the lid tightly, then shake it vigorously to mix everything together.
2. Whisking with a small whisk - Using this method, you can mix the chia pudding in whatever container or bowl you'd like, which is helpful if you don't have a glass mason jar. Simply use a small whisk to mix everything together until well blended.

 

Frequently Asked Questions for Vegan Chia Pudding:

Can You Make Vegan Chia Pudding in Advance?

Yes, you can make it the night before! The longer you leave it in the refrigerator, the thicker the pudding will be. So, you may have to give it a stir in the morning and/or add a touch more milk if it's too thick.

How Long Does It Take for Vegan Chia Pudding to Thicken?

The chia seeds used in chia pudding will absorb the liquid in the recipe and you will need a minimum of 1-2 hours for the pudding to thicken to best case of overnight. Because the pudding will thicken the longer you leave it in the refrigerator, chia pudding is the perfect healthy meal prep recipe to make overnight.

What if I Don't Like the Texture of Chia Seeds?

If you don't like the texture of chia seeds (which are similar to tapioca pudding) you can prepare the chia pudding in a Vitamix, or high-speed blender. This will give the chia seeds a creamy, smoother texture that is more like traditional pudding vs. tapioca pudding. Once you blend the mixture, you would still follow the refrigeration instructions so the chia pudding can thicken.

 

More Healthy Vegan Breakfast Ideas

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2. Blackberry Pomegranate Hemp Protein Chia Pudding
3. Cacao Almond Baked Breakfast Quinoa Squares 
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