Rich, creamy, and low in net carbs, this Keto Vanilla Chia Pudding is an easy, make-ahead breakfast or snack that actually keeps you full. Made with just 5 easy ingredients, it thickens into a smooth, dairy-free pudding that’s perfect for meal prep and busy mornings on the go.
"I love keto recipes. It looks extremely healthy specially addition of collagen powder is very healthy option." -passionate foodie
A Quick Look At The Recipe
- ⏲️Ready In: 5 hrs 5 mins
- 👪Serves: 1
- 🍽 Calories and Protein: 225 kcals, 10 grams of protein, 4 grams net carbs
- 📋Main Ingredients: Chia seeds, full-fat coconut milk, collagen powder, vanilla stevia, vanilla extract, and filtered water.
- 📖 Dietary Notes: Dairy-free, gluten-free, keto-friendly, low carb, high fiber, and paleo.
- ⭐ Why You'll Love It: This creamy keto vanilla chia pudding with coconut milk is rich, satisfying, and perfectly sweet without the carbs.
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For most grab-and-go breakfasts, it’s easy for the carbs to sneak up on you, which can make keto feel limiting. This vanilla chia pudding flips that script, giving you a low-carb, meal-prep-friendly option that fits seamlessly into your routine, much like this egg white wraps recipe.
With just 4 net grams of carbohydrates and 10 grams of protein, this creamy, low-carb chia seed pudding delivers steady energy without the sugar crash. If you’re working on balancing macros, learn more about the benefits of a high protein diet and why increasing your protein intake can make sticking to your goals that much easier.
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💭Why You'll Love This Recipe
Meal prep: The ultimate meal prep breakfast recipe, this high-protein keto chia pudding lasts 3 days in the fridge to make for easy, grab-and-go meals.
Ultra-creamy: Thanks to the addition of coconut milk to make it dairy-free, the texture of the chia pudding also comes out insanely creamy.
Versatile" Though it's keto-friendly in nature, you can vary the taste and toppings to suit your palate.
Ingredients and Substitutions
- Chia seeds: Packed with fiber, omega-3's, and plant-based protein, make sure you use full chia seeds and not ground. Learn more about different ways to eat more chia seeds.
- Full-fat coconut milk: You need the milk from the can because it is what gives the keto chia pudding its ultra-rich texture. Learn everything you need to know about types coconut milk
- Type 2 collagen powder: One of the purest sources of protein and a great one to mix into something like chia pudding. Learn more about how collagen powder differs from protein powder.
- Vanilla stevia or liquid stevia: The vanilla stevia gives it more flavor, but any stevia will work. Personally, I use the liquid version, but you can adjust to taste.
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Flavor Variations
Some of the flavors below may void the keto aspect of this chia pudding. So, use what fits into your dietary restrictions.
Chocolate: For a rich, chocolate taste, add 1-2 teaspoons of raw cacao powder to the mix.
Crunch: Top the chia pudding with homemade protein granola that's also grain-free!
fruity: Mix your fruit into the chia pudding in layers in a jar or just top it before enjoying. You could also top it with Whole30 whipped cream along with the fruit, which works for this low carb rapsberry tart, too.
How To Make Keto Vanilla Chia Pudding
Step 1: In a small jar or bowl whisk together all the ingredients.
Step 2: Stir until no clumps remain.
Step 3: Let sit for 5 minutes and stir again (or shake the jar).
Step 4: Pop into the fridge and let sit overnight. Enjoy!
Expert Tips
If you find that your chia seed pudding tends to clump to the bottom and leave the liquid on top, there’s a solution for that:
Whisk up your keto chia pudding and five to ten minutes later, go whisk it again. Because the seeds absorb so quickly, this makes it perfect every single time and is the secret to all my protein chia pudding recipes.
Regular stevia will work in place of vanilla stevia.
This chia seed pudding is best made the night before (like this coffee chia pudding) and left to sit in the fridge until ready to eat.
A high-quality collagen powder is important so that it mixes smoothly. I use Perfect Supplements collagen because they're such a trusted brand. Save money with code mamabear10 if you decide to try it.
If enjoying it for breakfast, pair it with something like eggs and ground beef to hit 30 grams of protein.
Store sugar-free chia pudding in a jar in the fridge for 2-3 days. Make sure to give it a stir before enjoying.
Keto Vanilla Chia Pudding FAQs
For some people, chia pudding feels too slimy for their preference. To avoid this, blend the chia seeds with the other ingredients. This makes the chia pudding come out much smoother (though sometimes not as thick).
It’s not common, but like anything else, chia seeds can go bad. If you want to extend the life of your chia seeds, store them in a sealed jar in the fridge. Stored like that, chia seeds should last at least a year unless liquid gets into the jar as you use it. You’ll know your chia seeds have gone bad if they start to clump together. Otherwise, I wouldn’t worry about it.
Yes! Chia seeds are high in healthy fats but low in carbs making them a great addition to a keto diet. Just make sure to pair them with equally keto ingredients if you’re making something like chia pudding.
Almond milk tends to be higher in carbohydrates than canned coconut milk. So, for a low-carb diet, canned coconut milk is better and more satiating than almond milk. Plus, coconut milk gives a richer taste and texture.
No, do not freeze chia pudding as it will lose its creamy texture on thawing.
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Creamy Keto Chia Pudding
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Equipment
- 1 Small mason jar
Ingredients
- ⅛ cup chia seeds
- 3 tbs full fat coconut milk
- 1 tbs collagen powder
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla stevia
- ⅓ cup filtered water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a small jar or bowl whisk together all the ingredients.
- Stir until no clumps remain.
- Let sit for 5 minutes and stir again (or shake the jar).
- Pop into the fridge and let sit overnight.
- Enjoy
Notes
- If you find that your chia seed pudding tends to clump to the bottom and leave the liquid on top, there’s a solution for that!
- Whisk up your keto chia seed pudding and five to ten minutes later, go whisk it again. Because the seeds absorb so quickly this makes it perfect every single time.
- This chia seed pudding is best made the night before (like this coffee chia pudding) and left to sit in the fridge until ready to eat.
- In a sealed container, it will last up to two days in the fridge.
- Regular stevia will work in place of vanilla stevia.
- You can top the chia pudding with anything you love (like drizzled nut butter) so long as it fits into your dietary guidelines. We do a lot of toasted nuts, keto granola, and berries.
- Make sure to use canned coconut milk and not pre-mixed coconut milk in the carton.
Disclaimer:
Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data"
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Esme Slabbert says
Hi Shelby
Thank you so much for sharing your Keto link in the Blogger Round Up Requests FB Group. I am working and finalizing this ASAP and it should be published on March 3. Thanks again!
passionate foodie says
I love keto recipes. It looks extremely healthy specially addition of collagen powder is very healthy option.
fitasamamabear says
The collagen is definitely a nice boost!