This Matcha Chia Seed Pudding is the best make-ahead breakfast to get you moving in the morning! The matcha will give you a boost of caffeine, while the chia seeds pack a bunch of fiber that’ll keep you full and get your digestion rolling. Enjoy this creamy, dreamy, overnight pudding to get your day started right!
Matcha Chia Seed Pudding Benefits
This overnight chia pudding has so many benefits it’s hard to list them all. I mean, to start, it’s a gorgeous green color that’ll get you in the springtime mood! I’d be sold on that alone, but here are a few more reasons you’re going to love this matcha chia pudding:
- It’s super quick and easy! This recipe takes only 10 minutes to mix up, then you can leave your matcha chia seed pudding overnight to achieve maximum creaminess.
- We all love meal prep – it makes life so much easier. This recipe makes 4 servings, so you’ll have your pudding ready to grab and go for pretty much the whole week.
- The caffeine! Matcha has just as much caffeine as coffee, so it’ll certainly give you the boost you need to start your day.
- It’s matcha chia seed pudding healthy? Heck yes! This overnight breakfast is as wholesome as they come. Matcha has tons of health benefits and the chia seeds are packed with fiber and protein. You can’t go wrong!
- It’s just plain delicious. You’re going to adore the sweet earthiness of the matcha and the creamy pudding-like texture of the soaked chia seeds.
If you want to try some more chia seed recipes, whip up some whole-grain lemon chia seed pancakes with blood orange syrup, or a simple blueberry chia pudding.
Ingredients
Only five simple ingredients make up this delicious overnight chia seed pudding. You can also build upon this recipe (or swap out some ingredients) to make it your own!
- Matcha Powder
- Milk (Almond, coconut, or dairy)
- Vanilla Extract
- Pure Maple Syrup
- Chia Seeds
Ingredient Additions and Variations
- Add some different flavors and/or spices. You can add chai for a matcha chai chia pudding (how fun is that name?), or some pumpkin pie spices to give it a little fall flair.
- The floral flavors of lavender would pair beautifully with the earthy taste of matcha.
- Add vanilla protein powder for a little extra sweetness, flavor, and protein.
- Mash up a ripe banana and mix it into your pudding.
- Omit matcha altogether and use cocoa powder if you’re looking for a chocolatey breakfast that’s still wholesome.
- Mix in a dollop of nut butter!
- Add toppings! You can top your pudding with everything from berries to nuts, coconut flakes to seeds.
How to Make Chia Seed Pudding
Step 1: Mix Liquids
In a large bowl, add the matcha powder, milk, vanilla extract, and maple syrup. Mix everything together until it’s smooth and the matcha is fully incorporated.
Step 2: Add Chia Seeds + Refrigerate
Add the chia seeds and mix them with the matcha liquid until it’s smooth. Taste test to see if you need to add more sweetener, and adjust ½ a tablespoon at a time. Cover and refrigerate your pudding for a minimum of 2 hours, but ideally overnight.
Step 3: Add Toppings + Enjoy
Top your pudding with fresh fruit, bananas, granola, and/or extra maple syrup, if desired. Enjoy!
FAQs
What does chia seed pudding do to your gut?
It helps get things going! Chia seeds have fiber and protein which is great for your overall gut health.
What is the difference between matcha and green tea?
Matcha is a stronger, purer form of green tea. The green tea we typically drink is tea leaves steeped in water, but matcha is the pure tea leaves ground into a powder.
How long does matcha chia seed pudding last?
Store this matcha chia seed pudding in an airtight container(s) for 4 days in the refrigerator. Don’t add the toppings until you’re ready to enjoy!
Recipe Tips
- What if I don’t like the texture of chia seeds?
- You can blend your pudding to break down the chia seeds even more. I also suggest using this pudding as an ingredient in other things, like maybe a parfait, so you can combine the pudding with other textures.
- Use the right matcha!
- There are different grades of matcha: ingredient, culinary, and ceremonial. I would suggest using culinary or ceremonial-grade matcha for this recipe since you’re eating it in a more pure form.
- Mix, mix, mix!
- Make sure you stir up your pudding well and good at the beginning, middle, and end of the recipe. The matcha needs to be well incorporated, and then the chia seeds need to be well soaked in the liquid, and then you need to mix it all up again before eating. The seeds can clump together, so you can give the pudding a good stir or shake every once in a while to help them distribute more evenly.
More Overnight Breakfast Recipes
- Overnight Oats with Coconut Milk
- Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
- Apple Pie Overnight Oats
- Pumpkin Overnight Oats
- Strawberry and Cream Overnight French Toast
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Matcha Chia Seed Pudding
ingredients
- 2 tsp matcha powder
- 1 ½ cups milk almond, coconut, or dairy
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
- 1-2 tbsp pure maple syrup
- ½ cup chia seeds
instructions
- In a large bowl mix together matcha powder, milk, vanilla extract, and 1 tablespoon of maple syrup until smooth and matcha is incorporated.
- Add the chia seeds and mix together until smooth. Taste test the liquid for sweetness and adjust 1/2 tablespoon at a time. Cover and refrigerate for a minimum of two hours or overnight.
- Top with fresh fruit, bananas, granola and extra maple syrup if desired.
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