My Yogurt Chia Pudding is a deliciously easy 3-ingredient breakfast or snack. It’s high in protein, fiber, and extremely kid-friendly, too!

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greek yogurt chia pudding topped with blueberries, raspberries, and pumpkin seeds

Reasons You’ll Love This Recipe:

I truly hope you and your family end up enjoying this yogurt chia pudding recipe as much as my family and I do!

Simple – with just 3 ingredients and a few minutes of prep time, it doesn’t get much simpler!
Protein-Packed – I use an ultra-filtered milk (like Fairlife) and between that, the protein in chia seeds, and the protein in Greek yogurt, one serving has 21 grams of protein, with no protein required! (Although if you want an even higher protein option, you can add a scoop of protein powder like in my Protein Chia Seed Pudding.)
Full of Fiber– fiber is great for gut health, blood sugar management, weight maintenance, heart health, and so much more. One serving of this chia pudding provides 12 grams of fiber!
Easy to Customize – whether you want to change up the flavor of the yogurt you’re using, add other flavorings, or get creative with toppings, there are endless ways to have fun with it.
No Added Sugar – I like to use Greek yogurts that contain no added sugar (but of course, you do what works for you).
Family-Friendly – listen, I know every kid is different, so no promises, but even my pickiest eater LOVES this chia pudding!

Ingredient Notes & Substitutions:

For a full ingredient list with quantities, please check out the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

3 ingredients to make yogurt chia pudding

Greek Yogurt – I use a no added sugar Greek yogurt as the base for this chia pudding. It provides more protein that traditional yogurt, too. (Note that if you’re using regular yogurt and not a thicker style like Greek or Icelandic, you will need much less milk.)
Milk – you can use whichever milk you prefer. Something like an unsweetened almond milk will keep the calories a little lower, whereas something like an ultra-filtered fat-free milk will offer an extra few grams of protein.
Chia Seeds – of course we can’t forget the star ingredient! These little nutrient powerhouses are full of healthy fats, fiber, some plant-based protein, and are great at absorbing liquid, which is what happens to create the pudding-like texture.

How to Make Yogurt Chia Pudding

For complete instructions, please check out the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

stirring milk, greek yogurt, and chia seeds together to make yogurt chia pudding

This is such a simple recipe, no cooking or any fancy tools required! Simply combine all three ingredients in a small bowl or jar (I love these 10 ounce glass jars with wooden lids for my chia pudding meal preps). Stir until combined, wait a couple minutes, give it another stir, and then let it set in the fridge for a couple of hours.

Tips and Variations

Don’t skip the second stir! I mean, honestly, your chia pudding will survive if you do skip it, but waiting a few minutes and stirring a second time before refrigerating can help the chia seeds not clump or settle.
Change up the yogurt flavoring – and with the endless options of yogurt flavors in the grocery aisle, you could go with anything from vanilla and mixed berry to salted caramel, key lime, or toasted marshmallow!
Add flavor enhancers – things like vanilla extract, lemon zest, cinnamon, maple syrup or honey can all add different flavorings to this base recipe.
If you like a thinner chia pudding – add an extra tablespoon or two of milk. You can wait until just before serving, and then stir in a splash. (Because remember – you can always add more liquid, but you can’t take any away!).
For a thicker chia pudding – drop the milk down to a quarter cup. But be warned, she will be THICK. I prefer a thicker chia pudding then many other recipes, anyway, so maybe try it as written first!
Are your chia seeds not gelling? Make sure they’re not expired, or they won’t absorb as well. I actually store my chia seeds in the fridge or freezer so they’ll stay fresh longer!

a bowl of yogurt chia pudding with berries and pumpkin seeds

Meal Prep: Storing & Reheating

Chia pudding is a fantastic food to meal prep, as it takes minimal hands on time and stays perfectly in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.

Whether you’re making a big batch and storing in a large container, or using individual meal prep containers to grab and go (I love these 10 ounce glass jars with wooden lids), just be sure to store the chia pudding covered in the refrigerator. If you’re serving with crunchy toppings, like granola or freeze-dried fruit, I recommend storing those separately (these glass jars with inserts are fantastic, because it all stores in one jar but you can wait to add the toppings until when you’re eating).

a spoonful of creamy yogurt chia pudding

Chia Pudding Toppings Ideas:

Fresh fruit
Dried fruit
Shredded coconut
Almond slices
Pumpkin seeds
Granola
Chocolate chips
Chopped walnuts or pecans
Nut or seed butter drizzle

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