Greek Yogurt Chia Pudding (Easy + High Protein)

Start your day off right with this greek yogurt chia pudding recipe that is sure to become a go-to recipe for you. It combines Greek yogurt with heart healthy chia seeds to give you a high fiber and high-protein breakfast that will keep you feeling satisfied all morning.  

Why You’ll Love This Greek Yogurt Chia Pudding

Greek yogurt chia pudding is exactly what it sounds like: chia pudding made with Greek yogurt. Here’s some reasons why you’re going to absolutely love this recipe.

• Packed with protein and fiber. Thanks to the Greek yogurt and chia seeds, this chia seed pudding recipe is packed with 16 grams of protein and 8 grams of fiber per serving. This combo will keep blood sugar levels stable and keep you feeling full for longer. Getting enough protein also helps to alter hunger hormones and aid in weight loss, if that’s your goal. 

• Easy to make. This recipe is so easy to prep – it takes just 5 minutes of active prep time! The worst part is waiting the few hours for it to set!

• Versatile. This recipe is extremely versatile and there’s really endless ways that you can turn this into a nourishing breakfast that you love. Also, if you’re not a fan of the texture of chia seeds, the greek yogurt addition gives it an incredibly creamy texture that you’ll love. 

• Meal prep. If you want to have healthier breakfast or snacks ready to go, this Greek yogurt chia seed pudding recipe is a great option! It’s easy to prep for meal prep and it stores wonderfully for up to 5 days. 

• Nutrient Dense. In addition to the protein and fiber, this recipe packs in omega 3 fatty acids, calcium, and gut-friendly probiotics to lower inflammation, improve digestion and optimize gut health. Plus, no added sugar!

• PCOS Friendly. With a great balance of fiber, protein, and healthy fats, this is a great food choice if you have PCOS, like me! It keeps blood sugars stable and includes nutrients that lower inflammation, which can help mitigate your PCOS symptoms. 

If you have PCOS and are wondering about whether you should be eating dairy, don’t miss this blog post for more information on the PCOS & dairy connection: Best Milk for PCOS: Should You Go Dairy Free?

Ingredients You’ll Need

• Greek Yogurt. If you’ve ever made chia pudding before, this ingredient isn’t typically in it! Adding Greek yogurt makes for a thicker chia pudding and helps to pack in the protein too. A full fat Greek yogurt will give you the creamiest chia pudding, but a non-fat Greek yogurt can also work just fine too. You can use plain Greek yogurt or experiment with a flavored one. 

• Almond Milk. Using unsweetened almond milk is my personal favorite because it’s so light and refreshing. You could easily substitute this for regular milk or another non-dairy milk like oat milk, soy milk, or coconut milk.

• Chia Seeds. Given the name of this recipe, these are perhaps the star ingredient. Each serving will provide you with 2 tbsp of chia seeds, which has 10 grams of fiber and a good amount of the omega 3 fatty acids ALA. 

• Honey. I love to use honey as a natural sweetener for recipes. You could also use maple syrup, agave, monk fruit sweetener or your favorite sweetener of choice. 

• Vanilla Extract. This ingredient adds a bit more flavor dimension to this chia pudding recipe. 

• Salt. This can be omitted but I like to add a pinch of salt to balance out the sweetness of this pudding. 

• Cinnamon. This is another ingredient that can be omitted if you don’t like it, but a very small pinch can change the flavor profile immensely. Just add a little though – too much can overpower the recipe quickly. 

How To Make Greek Yogurt Chia Pudding

This recipe uses simple ingredients that many people keep on hand regularly…and it’s super easy to make too!

All you’re going to do is combine all of the ingredients together in a large bowl. Mix until well combined. 

Let the mixture set for about 5 minutes before mixing again, ensuring that the Greek yogurt is fully mixed in. Place the bowl into the fridge and allow to set for at least 4 hours. 

If you’re meal-prepping this recipe, you can also make it directly in individual jars for individual servings. 

How To Serve It

Serve the chia pudding as an easy breakfast or snack in a glass jar or bowl. Add your favorite additions such as fresh berries, chopped nuts, a drizzle of peanut butter, dark chocolate chips, chocolate shavings, or coconut shavings. 

I love to serve chia pudding in a mason jar and layer it with layers of mashed raspberries or blackberries for some extra sweetness.

How To Store It

Store chia pudding in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.  

Variations & Substitutions

• Dairy-free? Use a vegan yogurt instead of Greek yogurt. A vegan Greek-style yogurt, like this one, would be best if possible since it will be higher in protein. 
• Add a scoop of plant-based protein or whey protein powder for additional protein.
• No honey? Easily substitute maple syrup, agave, or monk fruit sweetener for the honey. 
• For more flavor, use vanilla Greek yogurt instead of plain.
• Add your favorite toppings: fresh fruit, granola, nuts, pumpkin seeds, coconut, dark chocolate chips, or a drizzle of almond butter, peanut butter, honey, or maple syrup.
• Make it a chocolate chia pudding by adding 1-2 tbsp of unsweetened cocoa powder to the recipe.

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