Strawberry Cheesecake Chia Seed Pudding Recipe
A delicious and healthy Strawberry Cheesecake Chia Seed Pudding that combines creamy cheesecake flavor with the nutritional benefits of chia seeds and fresh strawberries. This no-bake, easy-to-make pudding is perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a nutritious snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
- Method: No-bake, Mixing, Refrigeration
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Chia Seeds
- 3 tablespoons chia seeds
Fruit
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, washed, hulled, and chopped
Dairy & Alternatives
- 4 tablespoons cream cheese, at room temperature
- 1 cup milk (almond milk, coconut milk, or regular milk)
Sweeteners & Flavoring
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare chia seeds: Measure 3 tablespoons of chia seeds and place them in a bowl or jar to serve as the pudding base.
- Prepare strawberries: Wash and hull 1 cup of fresh strawberries, then chop them finely for a fresh fruity texture.
- Add cream cheese: Add 4 tablespoons of cream cheese at room temperature to the bowl, which will add a rich cheesecake flavor.
- Add milk: Pour in 1 cup of your preferred milk—almond, coconut, or regular milk—depending on your dietary choice.
- Add sweetener: Mix in 2 tablespoons of honey or maple syrup to sweeten the pudding naturally.
- Add vanilla: Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to enhance the overall flavor complexity.
- Combine ingredients: Mix all ingredients thoroughly to evenly distribute chia seeds and to blend the cream cheese smoothly into the mixture.
- Let chia seeds absorb: Allow the mixture to sit for a few minutes so chia seeds begin to absorb the liquid.
- Stir to prevent clumping: Stir again to break up any clumps and ensure an even consistency.
- Refrigerate: Cover the container and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight until set and pudding-like in texture.
Notes
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor and sweetness.
- If using regular milk, whole or 2% milk works best for creaminess.
- Vegan versions can be made by using coconut or almond milk and maple syrup instead of honey.
- Chia pudding thickens over time; adjust milk quantity if you prefer a thinner or thicker consistency.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days for freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
Keywords: chia seed pudding, strawberry cheesecake pudding, healthy breakfast, no-bake dessert, vegan pudding alternative
