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This Quick Tiramisu Chia Pudding with Yogurt is so simple and so good; I absolutely love it this way with the addition of yogurt. It’s creamy from the yogurt, thickened with chia seeds and flavoured with coffee, vanilla and cocoa powder, to make it a luxurious and delicious breakfast or snack.
It’s easy to make swaps in this recipe and flavour it how you like it, but the base with chia seeds, yoghurt and milk is the key. In this post, you’ll get a foolproof recipe (including my tiramisu twist), texture hacks, flavour variations, nutrition tips, troubleshooting help and FAQs. If you like this sort of breakfast, you will also like my peanut butter yogurt bowl or my date caramel.
Table of Contents
Why you will love this recipe:
- It’s easy to prep ahead of time for an easy breakfast on the go.
- You can prep in a container for easy transportation to work or school.
- The flavours of coffee, vanilla and chocolate go perfectly together for a delicious chia pudding.
- This recipe takes 5 minutes to put together; it just needs to set overnight in the fridge.
Ingredients:
Full recipe can be found in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post, just scroll down!
Greek yogurt – use full-fat Greek yogurt for the best texture, as it’s thick and full of protein for extra satiation.
Chia seeds – these are small seeds that create a gel-like texture once they mix with liquid and sit for a few hours.
Vanilla extract – I use pure vanilla extract but vanilla paste works too. I would avoid vanilla essence as it may overpower the rest.
Substitutions and Variations:
Vegan – Replace the Greek yogurt with thick coconut or soy yogurt, and use your favourite plant-based milk.
High protein – Add 50g more Greek yogurt, or add a scoop of protein powder.
Add berries – Layer the chia pudding with berry compote or frozen berries in the jar for a fruity twist.
Sweetness – you can swap the maple for honey or agave syrup. But you can also taste it without any sweetener and see, as it depends how sweet your tooth is.
Here’s how to make chia pudding with yogurt:
Here’s a step by step guide for what you need to do, but you can find the full recipe at the bottom of the page for detailed instructions.
ONE: To a large bowl, add chia seeds and milk.
TWO: Add yogurt to the bowl.
THREE: Then add coffee, vanilla extract, and maple syrup. Mix together, leave for 10 minutes then mix again. Leave overnight.
FOUR: Once set, spoon into a jar or bowl.
FIVE: Top with more yoghurt.
SIX: Dust cocoa powder over the chia pudding for the full tiramisu effect.
Cooking Tips:
Storage: use airtight containers or jars with lids so you can take it on the go, but also so it stores well in the fridge.
If the chia pudding thickens too much during storage, loosen with a splash of milk before serving.
Common Issues
| Problem | Fix |
|---|---|
| Too runny | Add an extra few teaspoons of chia seeds, mix together and refrigerate longer. |
| Gritty / seedy texture | Stir once to combine at first, then let sit for 10 minutes, then mix again. Then let it sit overnight. That should redistribute clumps. |
| Overly thick / tough | Thin with a splash of milk before serving and gently fold together. |
| Separation after refrigeration | Whisk or stir, let sit 5–10 min so the chia seeds can re-bind the liquid. |
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, but you’ll need to adjust the sweetness. Use a lightly sweetened or natural-flavoured yoghurt and then taste to see if it needs the maple syrup.
Use the double-stir method (stir, rest 10–15 min, stir again) so chia doesn’t clump and binds evenly. Refrigerate in a well-sealed container. Before serving, gently whisk together again.
Yes, it can be, provided you get enough protein and enough calories per serving I like it for breakfast! I use full-fat Greek yoghurt, and you could add protein powder too.
Other recipes you might enjoy:
If you like this chia pudding with yogurt, you’ll like my other healthy recipes like my salmon sushi bowl, crispy lamb mince bowl, or my spiced carrot lentil soup.
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Quick Tiramisu Chia Pudding with Yogurt
Ingredients
- 80 g chia seeds
- 200 g thick Greek yogurt
- 300 ml milk
- 1-2 tbsp maple syrup, to taste
- 1 shot of strong coffee, approx 40ml
- 1/4 tsp vanilla paste
- To serve: 2 tbsp thick Greek yoghurt and dusting of cocoa powder
Instructions
- To a large bowl or tupperware, add the chia seeds, yogurt, milk, maple syrup, coffee and vanilla. Stir well then cover with a lid or plastic wrap. Leave to sit in the fridge for a few hours or preferably overnight.
- When ready to serve, spoon into a jar or bowl, top with the extra Greek yoghurt and a dusting of cocoa powder.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
I love this easy chia pudding with yogurt and tiramisu flavours! It’s simple to make and lasts well in the fridge.