🎄 Instant Gingerbread Chia Pudding
⏱ Time
Prep: 5 minutes
Chill: 10–15 minutes (or overnight)
Total: ~15 minutes
🍽 Servings
1–2 servings
🧾 Ingredients
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3 tbsp chia seeds
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1 cup milk of choice (almond, oat, dairy, or coconut)
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1 tbsp maple syrup or honey (adjust to taste)
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¼ tsp ground ginger
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¼ tsp ground cinnamon
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Pinch ground nutmeg
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Pinch ground cloves or allspice
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½ tsp vanilla extract
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Pinch of salt
Optional Toppings
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Crushed gingerbread cookies
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Coconut whipped cream
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Chopped nuts (walnuts or almonds)
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Pomegranate seeds or raisins
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Mix
Add chia seeds, milk, maple syrup, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, vanilla, and salt to a bowl or jar. Stir very well.
2️⃣ Rest
Let sit for 5 minutes, stir again to prevent clumps.
3️⃣ Chill
Refrigerate for 10–15 minutes until thick (or overnight for best texture).
4️⃣ Serve
Stir once more, add toppings, and enjoy.
🥗 Nutrition (Approx. per serving)
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Calories: ~220
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Fiber: ~10 g
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Protein: ~7 g
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Healthy Fats: ~11 g
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I make this vegan?
A: Yes—use plant-based milk and maple syrup.
Q: Is this sugar-free?
A: Use a sugar-free syrup or skip sweetener entirely.
Q: Can I meal prep this?
A: Absolutely. Store in the fridge up to 4 days.
Q: Why is my pudding too thin?
A: Add 1 more tablespoon chia seeds and chill longer.
Q: Can I blend it smooth?
A: Yes, blend after soaking for a creamy, mousse-like texture.
Q: Is this good for weight loss?
A: Yes—high fiber keeps you full longer.
