This peanut butter chia pudding is an easy, five-minute recipe that’s rich with creamy peanut butter and ideal for meal prep or a make-ahead breakfast.
This chia seed peanut butter pudding is perfect when you want a quick breakfast, satisfying snack, or simple dessert. It uses everyday ingredients from your fridge and pantry to come together in minutes.
The texture is creamy and spoonable, with the peanut butter adding richness and flavor. Make a batch to enjoy during the week or portion into jars for grab-and-go meals.
Try my Peanut Butter & Jelly Overnight Oats and Chia Seed Parfait recipes next!
Reasons You’ll Love This Recipe
- Easy: Just four simple ingredients and straightforward steps.
- Fast: Ready to prepare in about five minutes.
- Meal prep-friendly: Stores well in the fridge for several days.
Ingredient Notes
Chia seeds: Find them in most grocery stores in the health or baking aisle. Either black or white chia seeds work.
Peanut butter: Creamy peanut butter blends smoothly; stir well before measuring. Chunky will also work but may need a touch more yogurt for balance.
Yogurt: Vanilla yogurt adds sweetness and depth without extra ingredients, but any flavor you enjoy is fine.
Oat milk: Oat milk gives a smooth, creamy texture. You can substitute other milks if needed.
See the recipe card below for exact ingredient amounts.
Substitutions & Additions
Nut butters: Swap peanut butter for almond butter or another nut/seed butter if preferred.
Yogurt: Use different yogurt flavors such as berry or banana if you want a fruity profile.
Milk: Any milk works—dairy, almond, coconut, or oat will all yield slightly different textures and flavors.
Top Tip: Stir immediately after adding the milk, then stir again after a couple of minutes to prevent chia clumps and ensure an even pudding texture.
Step by Step Instructions
Step 1: Gather ingredients and add them to one large container or divide between individual jars.
Step 2: Mix thoroughly for 10–15 seconds right after combining. Let sit for about 2 minutes, then stir again to break up any forming clumps.
Step 3: Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour or ideally overnight.
Step 4: When the chia seeds have absorbed the liquid and the mixture is thick, stir once more and serve topped as desired.
Expert Tips
- Stir well and often: Initial mixing and a second stir after a couple minutes prevent hard-to-break-up clumps.
- Measure carefully: Accurate ratios of chia to liquid are key to achieving a true pudding consistency, so measure ingredients when possible.
Topping Recommendations
This pudding is delightful on its own, but try adding any of the following for extra flavor and texture:
- Extra peanut butter
- Almond butter
- Chopped peanuts or almonds
- Fresh berries
- Sliced bananas
- Nutella
- Granola
- Hemp seeds
- Vanilla yogurt
Frequently Asked Questions
Refrigerate covered for 1–2 hours to allow chia seeds to absorb the milk and achieve a pudding-like texture. Overnight gives the best, creamiest result.
Stored in an airtight container, it keeps well for about 4–5 days.
Yes. Freeze in an airtight container for up to one month. Thaw in the refrigerator before serving and stir to refresh the texture.
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Blueberry Overnight Oats
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Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
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Peanut Butter & Jelly Overnight Oats
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Peanut Butter Chia Pudding
Kelsey Riley
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Ingredients
- 1 cup oat milk
- ¼ cup vanilla yogurt
- ¼ cup chia seeds
- 2 tablespoon peanut butter
Instructions
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Combine all ingredients in one container or divide between jars. Mix vigorously for 10–15 seconds.
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Let rest about 2 minutes, then stir again to break up any chia clumps.
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Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until thickened to a pudding-like consistency.