{"id":14616,"date":"2025-02-09T15:21:14","date_gmt":"2025-02-09T09:51:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/?p=14616"},"modified":"2025-02-09T15:21:17","modified_gmt":"2025-02-09T09:51:17","slug":"matcha-chia-pudding","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/matcha-chia-pudding\/","title":{"rendered":"Matcha Chia Pudding"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Thick, creamy, and delicious, matcha chia pudding<\/strong> is ridiculously easy to make. It takes all of 5 minutes to mix\u2014then the fridge does the rest of the work overnight. So you have a refreshing, wholesome, and totally effortless breakfast ready the next morning!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Lightly sweetened with just the right hint of earthy matcha flavor, matcha chia seed pudding is healthy and filling. Whether you enjoy it as a grab-and-go breakfast, a midday snack, or even a light dessert, this chia pudding recipe is as delicious as it is nutritious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s rich, creamy, and incredibly satisfying. Top it off with fresh fruit, nuts, mango curd, or strawberry chia jam<\/a>, and you have a caf\u00e9-worthy treat right at home! One that will make you want to try chocolate chia pudding<\/a> next.<\/p>\n\n\n[feast_advanced_jump_to]\n\n\n

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Why You\u2019ll Love This Recipe?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Matcha chia pudding is super easy and perfect for meal prep. I\u2019d 100% recommend it to anyone having a hard time getting breakfast on time. The low-effort, minimal-ingredient pudding is the ideal grab-and-go breakfast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s naturally sweetened, healthy, and energizing to keep you full and fueled. Plus, the pudding is completely customizable. Switch up the milk, toppings, or add-ins to make it exactly how you like it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And I love that I can grab some for a lovely dessert too! It is a pudding after all!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Chia Pudding Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Matcha<\/strong> is processed green tea that\u2019s finely ground into a powder. It has an earthy, grassy taste. I highly recommend ceremonial grade matcha. You can also use culinary grade matcha, which is less expensive than ceremonial one. Some find it a little bitter, but I love it\u2014especially in recipes like matcha granola<\/a>, blueberry matcha latte<\/a>, and strawberry matcha latte<\/a>! I\u2019ve also made\u00a0pistachio matcha popsicles<\/a>,\u00a0mango matcha smoothies<\/a>, matcha donuts<\/a>, and delicious\u00a0chocolate cups<\/a>, and they\u2019re always a hit (even with the kids!).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chia seeds<\/strong> come from the desert plant Salvia hispanica.<\/a> <\/em>They\u2019re tiny black and white seeds, but packed with energy. Literally! The word chia means energy booster. When you soak them in milk (or any other liquid), chia seeds expand into gel-like pearls with a thick consistency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Milk: <\/strong>I am lactose intolerant, so my go-to option is always non-dairy milk. For this matcha chia pudding recipe, I used homemade almond milk<\/a>. Oat milk,<\/a> coconut milk, or even regular cow\u2019s milk works well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sweetener<\/strong>: Since matcha does have a slightly bitter undertone, I used maple syrup to sweeten the pudding. You can substitute it with honey, agave syrup, or dates. Just taste and adjust as needed!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vanilla extract<\/strong>: A splash ties everything together\u2014homemade extract<\/a> or store-bought will work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Please see the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Chia seed pudding is like a perfect, clean base. You can customize it in endless ways. Stir in some protein powder. Add layers of fruit for visual play, like blueberries and bananas. Add slivers of almond or cashew for texture. Coconut is another great option. I just love coconut man<\/a>go chia pudding<\/a>!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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How To Make Matcha Chia Pudding?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I prefer to prepare the pudding in advance and chill it overnight. Why<\/em>? Because the longer the chia soaks, the more liquid it absorbs, giving it that beautiful thick, creamy pudding consistency. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 1:<\/strong> In a small bowl, combine almond milk, chia seeds, matcha powder, and your sweetener of choice. Whisk well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 2:<\/strong> Cover and chill in the refrigerator overnight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 3:<\/strong> Stir it well the next morning. Add a bit more milk, if the consistency is too thick for you. Taste and adjust for sweetness.

Step 4:<\/strong> Serve topped with fruits and nuts of your choice. Enjoy!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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