This chia oatmeal pudding is the perfect warm, cozy breakfast for chilly mornings when you want something comforting yet still fresh and nourishing. Unlike traditional cold chia pudding, this warm chia pudding cooks gently on the stovetop in just 5 to 6 minutes, creating a creamy texture from the oats and chia seeds while staying light and spoonable.
Fresh strawberries and banana are added right before serving, so their natural sweetness and soft texture contrast beautifully with the warm base. The soy milk gives this chia pudding oatmeal a rich, velvety texture, while the water keeps it from becoming too dense. Stirring in an extra 1/4 cup of soy milk at the end slightly cools the oatmeal chia pudding to the perfect temperature and creates an ultra creamy finish.
Chia seeds and oats are both excellent sources of fiber for gut health and keeps you feeling full while also supporting optimal bowel movements. I love adding chia seeds to warm oatmeal because they naturally thicken the texture while adding plant based omega 3 fats and extra protein.
They blend beautifully with soy milk and cinnamon and make this bowl feel more substantial.This warm chia seed pudding is ready in 10 minutes or less and makes a simple whole food gluten free breakfast that keeps you full and satisfied.
Strawberry Banana Chia Oatmeal Pudding Ingredients
- 1/3 cup rolled oats
- 1.5 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1/2 cup unsweetened soy milk
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 teaspoons maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- Dash of sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup unsweetened soy milk for serving
- 3 medium strawberries, chopped into small chunks
- 1/3 medium banana, chopped into small chunks
How to Make Warm Chia Oatmeal Pudding
- Add 1/2 cup water, 1/2 cup soy milk, cinnamon, salt, and vanilla extract to a small pot.
- Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat.
- Stir in the rolled oats and chia seeds.
- Reduce the heat to low and cook for 5 to 6 minutes, stirring several times to prevent sticking and keep everything evenly combined.
- While the chia oat pudding cooks, chop the strawberries and banana.
- Pour the chia and oatmeal pudding into a bowl once thickened.
- Stir in the 1/4 cup soy milk and maple syrup.
- Top with fresh strawberries and banana and serve immediately.
Tips for the Best Chia Oatmeal Pudding
• Stir several times during cooking to prevent sticking at the bottom of the pot.
• If the oatmeal chia seed pudding thickens more than you prefer, add an extra splash of warm soy milk to loosen it.
• You can replace maple syrup with coconut sugar if preferred.
• Regular milk or alternative plant based milks may be used instead of soy milk, although soy milk yields the creamiest texture. Coconut milk can also be used for a richer flavor, but it will change the overall taste and thickness.
• For extra protein, stir in a scoop of collagen powder after cooking.
• If you prefer a slightly thinner chia pudding with oatmeal, increase the soy milk slightly when serving.
This warm chia pudding has a creamy but not heavy texture, with soft oats and thickened chia seeds that create a chia like pudding consistency. The fresh fruit keeps the flavor bright and naturally sweet. It’s also the perfect breakfast for your kids, which is easy to make and yummy.
Whenever my girl is not having homemade pancakes or granola with yogurt, a warm chia oatmeal breakfast is often in the weekly rotation at our house. This chia seed porridge with blueberries used to be one of her favorites too!
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Nutritional Info for the Chia Oat Pudding
- Calories: 310
- Protein: 12 g
- Total Carbohydrates: 49 g
- Net Carbs: 37 g
- Fat: 9 g
Top 5 Vitamins and Minerals
• Manganese
• Copper
• Magnesium
• Selenium
• Iron
Chia seeds have many health benefits and are a simple but powerful addition to everyday breakfasts. They provide plant based protein, fiber, and omega 3 fats, while naturally thickening recipes like this warm chia oatmeal pudding into a creamy, satisfying breakfast bowl. Combined with wholesome carbohydrates from oats and fresh fruit, this breakfast offers balanced nutrition and steady energy to start your day.
If you are looking for more healthy breakfast ideas and creative ways to use chia seeds, be sure to explore my full roundup of chia seed pudding recipes for even more delicious inspiration.
Chia Oatmeal Pudding With Strawberries & Banana
Equipment
- pot
Ingredients
- ½ cup water
- ½ cup soy milk
- ⅓ cup oats
- 1.5 tbsp chia seeds
- 2 tsp maple syrup
- ¼ tsp cinnamon
- dash salt
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup unsweetened soy milk for serving
- 3 strawberries, chopped into small chunks
- ⅓ banana, chopped into small chunks
Instructions
- Add 1/2 cup water, 1/2 cup soy milk, cinnamon, salt, and vanilla extract to a small pot and bring to a gentle boil over medium heat.
- Stir in the rolled oats and chia seeds.Reduce the heat to low and cook for 5 to 6 minutes, stirring several times to prevent sticking and keep everything evenly combined.
- While the chia oat pudding cooks, chop the strawberries and banana.
- Pour the chia and oatmeal pudding into a bowl once thickened. Stir in the 1/4 cup soy milk and maple syrup
- Stir in the 1/4 cup soy milk and maple syrup.Top with fresh strawberries and banana and serve immediately.
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