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Vanilla Keto Chia Pudding

03/16/2023 by fitasamamabear

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Keto chia pudding in a mason jar with raspberries on top and a spoon in the jar on a white plate with berries and a blue linen behind it with text on the image.
Keto chia pudding in a mason jar with raspberries on top and a spoon in the jar on a white plate with berries and a blue linen behind it with text on the image.
Keto chia pudding in a mason jar with raspberries on top and a spoon in the jar on a wooden cutting board with berries and a blue linen behind it and text on the image.

Rich, creamy, and without the carbs this keto chia pudding is a delicious addition to your day! Made with just a handful of ingredients you can use this chia pudding recipe for a healthy snack or breakfast on the go.

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For most on-the-go breakfast recipes it’s easy to rack up the carb count. If you're following a keto diet, this feels like you have limited options.

This keto chia pudding recipe overtakes the norm though.

With only 4 net grams of carbohydrates but 10 grams of protein, this easy breakfast is a surefire way to rev your system!

As a Certified Nutrition Coach, I love this dairy-free chia pudding because:

  • It’s versatile and can be topped with anything
  • 10 grams of protein
  • Naturally dairy-free, gluten-free, keto, and vegan

Ingredients You’ll Need

Chia seeds:  one of three foods I think every toddler should have in their diet they’re so good! Make sure to use whole chia seeds and not ground.

Full fat coconut milk: grab the milk from the can because this is what gives the keto chia pudding its ultra-rich feel.

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: the purer your vanilla extra is the more potent the flavor. This is why I love Madagascar vanilla for special occasions.

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.

Ingredients for vanilla keto chia pudding in measuring cups with text labels over them.

How To Make Chia Pudding

  1. In a small jar or bowl whisk together all the ingredients.
  2. Stir until no clumps remain.
  3. Let sit for 5 minutes and stir again (or shake the jar).
  4. Pop into the fridge and let sit overnight.
  5. Enjoy

Step By Step Photos

Vanilla and coconut cream in a tan bowl on a value linen.
Tan bowl with collagen and chia seeds in a tan bowl on a blue linen with a fork beside it.
Tan bowl with vanilla chia pudding in it on a blue linen and a fork beside it.
Keto chia pudding in a jar on a white plate with a lid, fork, and blue linen around it.

Important Teaching 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.  

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 keto chia pudding with anything you love so long as it fits into your dietary guidelines. We do a lot of toasted nuts, keto granola, and berries.

Crucial Products

This keto chia pudding recipe is made with collagen powder!

This is what gives the baked oats such a high protein hit without adding any protein powder.

Collagen is a beneficial part of bone broth and is wonderful for your hair, skin, and nails. Learn more about collagen and why you may want to boost your intake. However, unlike bone broth, it doesn’t taste like well, bone broth.

Similarly, collagen powder is odorless and flavorless. Plus, if ethically sourced is one of the purest forms of protein you can give to your kids!

I grab my collagen from Perfect Supplements because they source their collagen from pasture-raised (grass-fed) cows. So, I trust it.

Grab some collagen powder and use code mamabear10 to save some money.

Keto chia pudding in a mason jar with raspberries on top and a spoon in the jar on a wooden cutting board with berries and a blue linen behind it.

Frequently Asked Questions About Keto Chia Pudding

How come my chia pudding is slimy?

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 more smooth (though sometimes not as thick)

Do chia seeds go bad?

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.

Are chia seeds okay on keto?

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.

Why use coconut milk instead of unsweetened almond milk?

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.

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Keto chia pudding in a mason jar with raspberries on top and a spoon in the jar on a white plate with berries and a blue linen behind it.

Creamy Keto Chia Pudding

A delicious blend of coconut milk and vanilla to make the smoothest keto chia pudding you’ve ever had. Sweetened minimally with a hint of stevia this chia seed pudding recipe will become a staple to your days.
5 from 39 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 0 minutes mins
4 hours hrs
Total Time 5 hours hrs 5 minutes mins
Course Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 1
Calories 225 kcal

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

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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"

Nutrition

Calories: 225kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 10gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.03gSodium: 32mgPotassium: 191mgFiber: 7gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 11IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 145mgIron: 3mg
Keyword chia seeds, high protein snack
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Keto chia pudding in a mason jar with raspberries and a spoon in the jar on a white plate which is on a blue linen.

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  1. passionate foodie

    March 18, 2023 at 12:28 pm

    5 stars
    I love keto recipes. It looks extremely healthy specially addition of collagen powder is very healthy option.

    Reply
    • fitasamamabear

      March 22, 2023 at 8:29 am

      The collagen is definitely a nice boost!

      Reply

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