Quick & Easy Chia Pudding Jars
Quick & Easy Chia Pudding Jars
(Balanced, nourishing, and built for real-life mornings)
This is one of those recipes that just makes life easier. It’s quick to throw together, super versatile, and checks all the boxes for hormone health—fiber, healthy fats, protein, and no blood sugar crashes. Plus, it’s perfect if you’re navigating early mornings, pregnancy nausea, breastfeeding hunger, or just trying to get out the door with something nourishing in hand.
Everything gets mixed right in a mason jar—so there’s no extra cleanup, and you’ve got built-in portion control. These keep great in the fridge for a few days, so you can prep once and be set for the week.
Nutrition Highlights
✔ Omega-3 rich chia seeds provide essential fatty acids, promoting hormone balance and supporting brain health—critical for fertility and a healthy pregnancy.
✔ Protein-packed with Greek yogurt or coconut yogurt, helping to support muscle repair and tissue regeneration, crucial for postpartum recovery and hormone production.
✔ Supports gut health with chia seeds, which are a great source of fiber—key for digestion, gut health, and stable blood sugar, helping to manage hormonal imbalances.
✔ Natural energy boost from chia seeds and yogurt, delivering a steady release of energy without blood sugar spikes, perfect for maintaining energy levels during pregnancy and postpartum.
✔ High in calcium and magnesium from chia seeds and yogurt, supporting bone strength, muscle function, and healthy fetal development—important throughout pregnancy and beyond.
✔ Antioxidant-rich cinnamon offers anti-inflammatory properties, supporting hormone balance and immune health, helping the body detox and recover.
Ingredients
(Makes 2 jars – 8 oz wide-mouth mason jars)
6 tbsp chia seeds (3 tbsp per jar)
1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or coconut, oat, or dairy—½ cup per jar)
1/2 cup full-fat plain Greek yogurt (or coconut yogurt for dairy-free – 1/4 cup per jar)
1–2 tsp pure maple syrup or raw honey (split between jars, or skip for low sugar)
1 tsp vanilla extract (½ tsp per jar)
Cinnamon to taste (~1/4 tsp per jar)
Instructions
Add ingredients to each jar:
In each 8 oz wide-mouth mason jar, add:
3 tbsp chia seeds
½ cup milk
¼ cup yogurt
½ tsp vanilla
A drizzle of sweetener, if using
Dash of cinnamon
Stir well: Mix each jar thoroughly with a spoon to ensure the chia seeds are evenly dispersed.
Let it rest for 5 minutes, then give each jar another good stir to prevent clumping.
Seal and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 2 hours. The pudding will thicken to a creamy, spoonable texture.
Add toppings before serving, or prep those ahead too and store in a separate jar to keep them fresh.
Topping Ideas
Berry Almond Crunch: Fresh or frozen berries + almond butter + hemp seeds
Banana Bread: Sliced banana + walnuts + dash of nutmeg
Chocolate-Covered Strawberry: Slice strawberries + cacao nibs + flax seeds
Autumn Spice: Chopped apple + pecans + dash of pumpkin spice
Notes & Tips
Perfect for postpartum: Prep a few jars before baby arrives. Easy to eat with one hand, no reheating required, and super nourishing.
Prep ahead: These jars last up to 4 days in the fridge.
Boost the protein: Add 1 scoop of collagen or a clean protein powder to the mix before chilling (just shake well or stir extra!).