Oat Milk Chia Pudding – Easy & Healthy

This oat milk chia pudding is a cozy, lightly sweet breakfast or snack that is nourishing and balanced. The creamy chia base is flavored with cinnamon, vanilla, and maple syrup, creating a warm, comforting flavor that pairs perfectly with fresh strawberries, banana slices, and crunchy homemade granola for a make ahead breakfast or snack!

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What makes this oat milk chia pudding especially satisfying is the texture. As the chia seeds hydrate, they create a thick, silky pudding, while the oat milk keeps it smooth and naturally creamy. The gentle sweetness and warming spices give this vegan chia pudding a comforting vanilla cinnamon flavor that works beautifully as an overnight breakfast or quick make ahead snack.

Because this chia seed pudding oat milk recipe uses a simple base, it stays versatile while still tasting delicious on its own. I love to serve this oat chia pudding with fresh chopped strawberries, sliced banana, and homemade oil free granola for a delicious, fresh, and textured crunch.

Oat Milk Chia Pudding Recipe

Chia Pudding Base

• 1 cup oat milk
• 1/4 cup chia seeds
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• Pinch of salt

Suggested Toppings

• Fresh chopped strawberries
• Banana slices
• Homemade granola

How to Make Oat Milk Chia Pudding

1. Add the oat milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt to a jar or bowl and stir to combine.
   
2. Stir in the chia seeds very well so they are evenly distributed.
   
3. During the first 10 minutes, stir the chia pudding 2 to 3 times to prevent clumping.
   
4. Let the pudding sit for at least 1 hour, or overnight for the thickest and creamiest overnight oat milk chia pudding texture.
   
5. Top the chia pudding with chopped strawberries, banana, and granola before serving.
   

Tips and Substitutions

• Overnight chilling creates the thickest texture
• Stirring early prevents chia clumps
• Homemade or store bought oat milk both work well
• Adding fresh chopped strawberries, banana and granola when serving adds a delicious textured crunch. I also love to turn it into a breakfast chia pudding and add yogurt along with the fruit and granola when serving.

For additional topping and flavor ideas, check out my collection of chia pudding recipes where I share more fruit combinations and layering options you can use with the same base.

Benefits of This Chia Pudding With Oat Milk

Oat milk contains beta glucans, a prebiotic fiber that supports gut health and healthy cholesterol levels.

Chia seeds provide omega 3 fats, minerals, and fiber that help stabilize blood sugar and digestion, making chia pudding vegan recipes especially satisfying.

Cinnamon supports balanced blood sugar levels while maple syrup provides gentle natural sweetness and a cozy dessert like flavor.

Oat Milk Chia Pudding Nutrition Info Per Serving

• Calories: 372
• Net carbohydrates: 28 g
• Protein: 9 g
• Fat: 19 g

Top 5 Nutrients Per Daily Value

• Manganese
• Calcium
• Magnesium
• Vitamin B2
• Phosphorus

Fun Fact: Oat milk contains beta glucans, a prebiotic fiber that is great for gut health. Research has shown oat milk can reduce total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol, making it a helpful option if you are working on improving cholesterol levels.

This oat milk chia pudding is creamy, simple, and comforting, yet light and fresh when paired with fresh fruit. With warm vanilla cinnamon flavor and fresh fruit toppings, it delivers cozy dessert vibes in a nourishing vegan chia seed pudding you can enjoy for breakfast or as a snack, or as an overnight chia pudding you can enjoy in the morning. 

Be sure to save the pin image below so you have a quick make ahead breakfast ready anytime and check out my strawberry chia pudding for another delicious variation.

Oat Milk Chia Pudding | Healthy & Easy

This oat milk chia pudding is a creamy make ahead breakfast that thickens into a smooth overnight chia pudding with warm vanilla cinnamon flavor. Made with oat milk, chia seeds, and maple syrup, this vegan chia pudding pairs perfectly with fresh fruit and granola for a simple nourishing meal you can prep in advance.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 1 hour hr

Total Time 1 hour hr 5 minutes mins

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Servings 1

Calories 372 kcal

Equipment

• 1 mixing bowl & spoon
• storage glass or cup
• 1 set measuring cups

Ingredients

  

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• 1 cup oat milk
• 4 tbsp chia seeds
• ½ tsp cinnamon
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tbsp maple syrup
• dash salt

Instructions

 

• Combine oat milk with maple syrup, cinnamon and vanilla extract and give a good stir. Add in 4 tablespoons chia seeds and stir again with a spoon to ensure chia seeds do not clump togeter.
• Stir the chia pudding 2 more times while it continues to set and again before serving. Allow the chia seeds to absorb the oat milk for an hour prior to serving.
• Serve with your favorite toppings such as fresh chopped strawberries, banana & granola.

Notes

You can store the oat milk chia pudding in the fridge in an airtight container for 3-5 days. For a larger batch, just double the recipe. 

Nutrition

Calories: 372kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 9gFat: 19gFiber: 16g

Keyword oat milk chia pudding

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