No-Bake Chia Berry Pudding with Coconut and Almonds
A refreshing and nutrient-packed no-bake pudding combining chia seeds with mixed berries, creamy coconut milk, and toasted almonds. This no-cook recipe (vegan), ready in about 10 minutes, pairs chia seeds, unsweetened coconut milk, maple syrup for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, strawberries)
- 2 tbsp toasted sliced almonds
- 1 tsp lemon zest
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup chia seeds, 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk, 2 tbsp maple syrup, and 1/2 tsp vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Step 2: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until the pudding thickens to a creamy consistency.
- Step 3: Before serving, gently fold 1 cup fresh mixed berries into the pudding to distribute fruit evenly.
- Step 4: Spoon pudding into individual serving glasses and top each with 2 tbsp toasted sliced almonds and 1 tsp lemon zest for a bright finish.








