Sugar-Free Creamy Chia Seed Pudding

Prep time: 5 minutes | Set time: 2 hours (or overnight)

3 tbsp Chia seeds
1 cup Unsweetened almond milk (or coconut milk for extra creaminess)
1/4 tsp Vanilla extract
Sweetener (pick one): 1 tsp Monk fruit sweetener, a few drops of Stevia, or half a mashed banana for natural sweetness.
Toppings (as seen in the image): Fresh orange zest or slices, and a few berries.

Mix the Base: In a medium bowl or wide-mouth jar, combine the chia seeds, your choice of milk, vanilla extract, and your preferred sugar-free sweetener.
Stir Thoroughly: Whisk or stir vigorously for about 1-2 minutes. This is the most important step! If you don’t stir well initially, the seeds will clump together at the bottom.
The First Rest: Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes, then give it one more good stir to break up any remaining clumps.
Chilling: Cover the bowl or transfer the mixture into small glass jars (like those in the photo). Place them in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours. For the best “pudding” texture, let them sit overnight.
Serve: Before eating, give it a quick stir. If it’s too thick, add a splash more milk. Top with fresh orange segments or berries as shown in the image.

Texture: If you don’t like the “beady” texture of chia seeds, you can blend the entire mixture in a high-speed blender before chilling to create a smooth, mousse-like consistency.
Storage: These jars will stay fresh in the fridge for up to 5 days, making them an excellent option for Sunday meal prep.
The “Slim” Factor: Focus on using unsweetened nut milks to keep the calorie count low while maintaining the high fiber content that helps with digestion.