No-Bake Chia Pudding with Mixed Berries and Almond Butter

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-07 · Updated 2026-07-07

A nourishing no-bake chia pudding layered with fresh mixed berries and a swirl of creamy almond butter for a wholesome breakfast or snack. This recipe (vegan, gluten free), ready in about 5 minutes, layers chia seeds, unsweetened almond milk, pure maple syrup into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 2, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. 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 almond milk
• 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 3/4 cup (blueberries, raspberries, strawberries) mixed berries
• 2 tbsp almond butter
• 1 tbsp (optional, for topping) slivered almonds

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl or jar, whisk together 1/4 cup chia seeds, 1 cup unsweetened almond milk, 1 tbsp pure maple syrup, and 1/2 tsp vanilla extract until well combined.
2. Step 2: Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight, stirring once after 30 minutes to prevent clumps, until the mixture thickens to a pudding-like consistency.
3. Step 3: Before serving, layer 3/4 cup mixed berries on top of the chia pudding. Warm 2 tbsp almond butter slightly and drizzle over the berries.
4. Step 4: Sprinkle 1 tbsp slivered almonds on top for added crunch if desired. Serve chilled.