Creamy Peanut Butter Chia Pudding (Printable)

A rich, creamy peanut butter chia pudding that's high in protein and perfect for meal prep breakfasts or wholesome snacking.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 2 cups unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
02 - 6 tablespoons chia seeds
03 - 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
04 - 2–3 tablespoons pure maple syrup, adjusted to taste
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - Pinch of salt

→ Optional Toppings

07 - Sliced banana
08 - Chopped roasted peanuts
09 - Dark chocolate shavings
10 - Fresh berries

# Directions:

01 - In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the almond milk, peanut butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt until the mixture is smooth and completely combined.
02 - Add the chia seeds to the bowl and stir thoroughly, ensuring the seeds are evenly distributed throughout the liquid.
03 - Cover the bowl tightly and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight, allowing the chia seeds to absorb the liquid and thicken into a pudding-like consistency.
04 - Remove from the refrigerator and stir the pudding vigorously to break up any clumps and achieve a uniform, creamy texture.
05 - Divide the pudding evenly among 4 serving bowls or jars. Top with sliced banana, chopped peanuts, dark chocolate shavings, or fresh berries as desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • This recipe basically makes itself while you sleep, which feels like a small victory before the day even starts.
  • The peanut butter flavor is deep and satisfying without any refined sugar weighing it down.
  • It doubles as breakfast, a midday snack, or something sweet after dinner without any guilt attached.
02 -
  • If you skip the initial whisking step and rush the chia seeds into lumpy milk, no amount of waiting will fix the texture.
  • Stirring once after the first hour of chilling prevents a thick rubbery layer from forming on top.
03 -
  • Use a fork instead of a whisk if your peanut butter is cold and stubborn, since the tines break up clumps more aggressively.
  • Layer the toppings between spoonfuls of pudding instead of piling them on top for a more exciting bite every time.

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