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If you love chia pudding as much as I do, I think you’ll love this new flavor combination. It tastes like a matcha latte and is a delicious way to add fiber to your morning. (Just one serving of this pudding packs 11 grams of fiber!)
I’ve been making this chia seed pudding on repeat for an energizing breakfast. After several trials, I’ve learned that you need to add more flavor than you might expect. As the chia seeds plump up, they absorb the flavor along with the excess liquid.
So, even if you think this pudding tastes a little “too sweet” at first, give it time to gel before adjusting the flavor further. You can also tweak it just before serving, if needed.
Matcha Chia Seed Pudding Ingredients
- Chia seeds. I tested this pudding with both white and black chia seeds to see which looked better. I prefer how the white seeds look, but there’s no difference flavor-wise, so use whichever is easier for you.
- Matcha. This powdered green tea is available in ceremonial and culinary grades. I used ceremonial grade when testing this recipe because it has a bright green hue and a more subtle flavor. If you buy the more affordable culinary-grade matcha, which is made from older leaves, the matcha flavor might be more bitter or more noticeable. Feel free to add more sweetener if needed to balance it out.
- Milk. Use any variety of milk you prefer, whether it’s a plant-based milk or cow’s milk. When the chia seeds absorb the milk, the pudding will become thicker, especially if you let it gel overnight in the fridge. Add more milk just before serving, if you prefer a looser texture.
- Maple Syrup. This natural sweetener helps balance out the grassy flavor of the powdered green tea. It might taste very sweet at first, but after the chia pudding thickens, I find the sweetness to be much more subtle.
- Vanilla extract. This is an optional add-in, but I love the flavor it adds. For a minty variation, try using 1/8 teaspoon of peppermint extract instead. (It hides the green tea flavor more.)
How to Make Matcha Chia Pudding
Step 1:
Add the chia seeds, matcha powder, maple syrup, milk, and vanilla extract to a glass storage jar with a lid. I use a 12-ounce size jar, so there’s plenty of room for stirring and toppings.
Note: You can make multiple jars of chia pudding at once. Feel free to double or triple the recipe if you’d like to make breakfast up to 4 days in advance.
Step 2:
Whisk the mixture together, then let it rest for 5 minutes. Chia seeds tend to clump together, so it’s best to stir this mixture twice before storing it in the fridge.
After 5 minutes, use the whisk to stir again, breaking up any clumps of seeds as you go. Then secure the lid on the jar and place it in the fridge to thicken.
I recommend waiting at least 1 hour before enjoying the pudding, but it will thicken even more overnight.
Serving Tips
When you’re ready to eat, remove a jar from the fridge and take off the lid. It should look quite thick!
Add any toppings you love, such as fresh fruit or Greek yogurt. If the chia pudding is too thick, you can also add an extra splash of milk and stir to loosen the texture.
Matcha Chia Pudding Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon matcha powder (see notes)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ cup milk (any variety)
Instructions
- In a 12-ounce jar with a lid, combine the chia seeds, matcha, maple syrup, vanilla, and milk. Use a small whisk to stir the mixture well, then let it rest for 5 minutes. Note: This mixture may taste very sweet at this point, but the chia seeds will absorb much of that sweetness as they plump.
- Stir again after the 5 minutes have passed, to help break up any clumps as the chia seeds start to gel. This will help give you a consistent texture later. Then secure the lid on the jar and place it in the fridge to thicken. Chia pudding needs to thicken for at least 1 hour, but can be stored overnight for an even thicker texture.
- When you're ready to eat, remove the lid and add any toppings you love, such as fresh fruit or Greek yogurt. For a looser texture, add extra milk and stir again.
Notes
Nutrition
More Recipes to Try
- Chocolate Chia Seed Pudding
- Instant Pot Steel Cut Oatmeal
- Quinoa Porridge
- Banana Chia Pudding
- Matcha Smoothie
If you try this chia pudding recipe, please leave a comment and star rating below to let me know how you like it.
