This coconut chia pudding is served with white peach for an incredibly easy but delicious breakfast, snack or dessert. Smooth, creamy and fruity (and dairy free).
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I've never been one to particularly follow trends, whether it's fashion, TV shows or food. I tend to prefer to embrace classics, delve into history and steer away from hype. Then in time, I can take a look and decide if I like it without feeling a need to justify myself one way or the other.
It generally seems to work, although there are times when you think 'if only I'd tried this earlier'. But hey, all things come to those who wait, I guess.
Chia seeds are one of the things in that list until recently. I admit I have been curious about them a little while, but never quite got round to trying them. Maybe a little of me was wondering if they'd turn out to be bad for you. But realistically, I just plain didn't get round to it.
However my thoughts have been turning to things that are easy, nutritious and will keep my going for a bit recently, so it seemed like a pretty good time to try making a chia pudding. And this one didn't disappoint.
Coconut chia pudding is ridiculously easy to make, and has a lovely creamy taste. It must be one of the few things that genuinely works perfectly both as dessert or breakfast without you feeling like you are having the other at the wrong time.
OK, maybe it's a bit more breakfasty, but it's great whenever. With the coconut, it's very smooth and creamy. It's a nice base that can go with a range of flavors. I can definitely see myself experimenting with other fruits and more, like this wild blueberry chia pudding.
Making chia pudding
In case you've never made it chia pudding before, you basically let the dry seeds soak in the coconut milk so they swell up. At first, it will feel too much liquid but you do need it (the pictures above show you how it changes). They almost take on a jelly-like consistency with a slight crunch in the middle.
You can use regular cows milk, almond milk or a range of other things as the 'soaker'. However I found coconut milk has a particularly tasty, cool creaminess that works really well.
I chose to pair this coconut chia pudding with white peach partly as it's my favorite. I love the fragrance of the fruit and think it goes really well with the smooth, creaminess of the pudding. Feel free to use yellow peach or nectarine, if you prefer, I just think white peaches have a particularly nice, delicate flavor that is a great match.
One of my other reasons for trying this was I was looking for some more options for breakfast in warmer weather as I was feeling like a bit more variety without going anywhere near the oven. This definitely fits in that category and is in fact perfect when it's hot.
The cool creaminess is almost a delight to eat. And the fact that it is so easy to make as well, it's no wonder I made it again the next day (with strawberries that time, but I think peach is better).
Try these other light breakfast/snack ideas:
- Banana chia pudding with date caramel
- Tropical fruit salad
- Strawberry mango overnight oats
- Plus get more breakfast recipes in the archives.
Coconut chia pudding with white peach
Ingredients
- ½ cup coconut milk 120ml
- 2 tablespoon chia seeds
- ½ teaspoon maple syrup or honey, or a bit more to taste
- ½ white peach or yellow if you prefer
Instructions
- Mix together the coconut milk, chia seeds and maple syrup or honey in a bowl and leave to expand refrigerated for around 20mins, or you can leave overnight.
- Cut the peach into small chunks and layer up the chia mixture a couple spoonfuls at a time followed by a layer of peach chunks. Alternatively, if you're not worried about how it looks, just throw it all in together and stir.
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Emily says
I'm really into chia pudding lately and this is a perfect version during peach season!
Caroline's Cooking says
Thanks, it works so well.
Amy Nash says
I love chia seed pudding but have never thought to pair it with white peaches before. Sounds wonderful and like a perfect use of the gorgeous peaches I've been getting at the farmer's market. I'm going to make this for a snack one afternoon this week!
Caroline's Cooking says
Thanks, the chia pudding goes really well with the peach as it doesn't overpower the delicious peach flavor. I'm a little jealous of you getting them on the farmers market - it's still a little while until we get local ones here.
Tilly says
I love adding chia seeds to everything, loved this going to turn it into a bowl of oatmeal lol.
Caroline's Cooking says
It would be great with oatmeal too.
Danielle Howard says
I've never tried to make my own chia pudding before - love this idea!
Caroline's Cooking says
Thanks, it's really very easy and I love this combination in particular.
sara | belly rumbles says
This is my perfect summer healthy breakfast. Looks so delicious, I just adore coconut and peach!
Caroline's Cooking says
Thanks, I love both of them too and they go really well together.
Meredith says
I just bought a bunch of white peaches... will be having this delicious looking chia pudding for breakfast tomorrow! Thanks for the single serving recipe!!
Caroline's Cooking says
Thanks, hope you enjoy! It's a tasty combination.
Diana says
That's an awesome combination! I love chia pudding but haven't made it in a while, and I've got some peaches so I guess I'll be trying this soon.
Caroline's Cooking says
Thanks, they really go so well, and easy to make too. Enjoy!
kelsey says
Yum! Chia pudding is one of my favorites but I wouldn't have thought to add peaches. I'll have to give it a try.
Caroline's Cooking says
Thanks, Kelsey, they do go well together.
Justine says
I've yet to try chia seed pudding, but I do have a bag of chia seeds and would love to try this recipe! 🙂
Caroline's Cooking says
I hope you give it a try, Justine, it's very easy and tasty!
Caroline's Cooking says
Yes white peaches are so delicious, I have eaten quite a number this summer! And they work really well with this coconut chia pudding as well.
Kaila (GF Life 24/7) says
I love how you were able to make layers in your chia pudding- beautiful! I've never had chia pudding, but I used gelled chia seeds as an egg substitute. What a well-prepared treat! Happy FF!!
Caroline's Cooking says
Thanks, Kaila. I need to try them as an egg substitute as well - it's on my list! But in the meantime this is definitely a way I enjoy them.
Sridevi Ravi says
I am with you on not following the much hyped food, ingredient or diet. If I find them to be healthy and delicious, I may give in. This pudding looks very tempting and I have to try it! I like the minimum ingredients and feel a great taste awaiting.
Caroline's Cooking says
Yes, it's always nice to choose what feels like a good idea yourself, and this was certainly one I was pleasantly surprised with, at least prepared this way.
Sarah says
This looks delicious! I hope the others are getting here fast because chances are they won't be able to taste one... 😉 Happy Fiesta Friday!
Caroline's Cooking says
Thanks, Sarah. Just as well it's easy and I can make some more 🙂 Happy Fiesta Friday to you too, and thanks for co-hosting this week!
Jane @SustainMyCraftHabit says
This looks so beautiful! I too am a new chia convert. I didn't try it for a long time and now find it's so easy to add to anything to get some extra fiber and nutrients. I will definitely be making this! You pictures are beautiful too.
Stopping by from Throwback Thursday Link Party. We'd also love to have you share this at the #HomeMattersParty. The Door is OPEN!
Caroline's Cooking says
Thanks, Jane, I will head over and take a look! I agree, chia makes for a very easy way to get some nutrients, especially like this.