Strawberry Chia Seed Coconut Pudding (Print)

Creamy coconut chia pudding layered with fresh strawberry puree for a refreshing breakfast or snack.

# Ingredients:

→ Base

01 - 13.5 fl oz light coconut milk
02 - 6 tablespoons chia seeds
03 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey, optional
04 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Strawberry Layer

05 - 8.8 oz fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped, plus extra for garnish
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
07 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey, optional

→ Toppings

08 - Sliced fresh strawberries
09 - Toasted coconut flakes
10 - Fresh mint leaves

# Instructions:

01 - In a medium bowl, whisk together coconut milk, chia seeds, maple syrup or honey if using, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly to prevent clumping of seeds.
02 - Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. Stir once after 30 minutes to distribute seeds evenly throughout mixture.
03 - Puree fresh strawberries with lemon juice and maple syrup or honey if using in a blender until smooth consistency is achieved.
04 - Remove chilled chia pudding from refrigerator and give it a thorough stir to ensure even texture.
05 - In serving glasses or jars, alternate layers of strawberry puree and chia pudding, starting and ending with desired layer.
06 - Top each serving with sliced strawberries, toasted coconut flakes, and fresh mint leaves if desired. Serve immediately while chilled.

# Pro Tips:

01 -
  • It actually tastes indulgent while keeping you satisfied without the heaviness.
  • You can prep it the night before and grab it straight from the fridge, which feels like a small victory on busy mornings.
  • The texture—that perfect thick-yet-creamy pudding with bright berry layers—keeps surprising you with each spoonful.
02 -
  • Forget to stir the pudding after 30 minutes, and you'll end up with chia seeds settled in a dense layer at the bottom—they still taste fine, but the texture becomes gritty rather than evenly creamy.
  • Fresh strawberries vary wildly in sweetness depending on variety and season, so always taste your puree before adding all the syrup; you can always add more but you can't take it back.
03 -
  • Make the strawberry puree thicker if you prefer, or thinner if you like to drink it as part of the experience—the ratio is yours to adjust based on what feels right.
  • Refrigerate in glasses instead of bowls and you skip the transfer step entirely, which means fewer dishes and more time enjoying breakfast instead of cleaning up.
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