Meet your perfect “matcha” with this matcha chia seed pudding recipe that helps you create a deliciously nutritious way to power through your day. It’s creamy, sweet, and tastes out of this world, making it easy to scoop up every last bit of matcha chia pudding!
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Quick + easy: Just a few minutes is all it takes, and then let it set. Go get ready for your day, and your matcha chia seed pudding will be ready for you!
- Nutritious: The best way to avoid mid-morning hunger is through a fiber-rich breakfast, and this vegan matcha chia seed pudding is something that truly satiates.
- Allergy-friendly: No nuts, no dairy, and no allergens – a true breakfast for everyone!
- Good on the go: Get your matcha chia seed pudding ready, and it’s a grab-and-go that you can enjoy anywhere.
What is matcha?
Matcha is a form of Japanese green tea that has been finely ground into a powder. You get the goodness of green tea at a more concentrated level since it uses the entire green tea leaf, making it more nutritious. The flavor is something that has become iconic across the world, with its slight sweetness, plus that smooth texture makes it soothing. Matcha is used in all sorts of recipes, from matcha lattes and smoothies to matcha desserts and matcha chia seed pudding.
Nutrition For Mental Health
Matcha is rich in antioxidants, mainly from catechins and the amino acid theanine. A study found that quality matcha has a stress-reducing impact on both humans and animals.
Ingredients + Substitutions
There are only a few ingredients needed to make this vegan matcha chia seed pudding. I’ve included a link below where you can find the right grade of matcha for this recipe.
- Milk: I use unsweetened almond milk as that’s my preference, but any other plant-based milk, preferably unsweetened, would work too.
- Sweetener: If you’re out of maple syrup, you can use agave nectar to naturally sweeten it up.
- Vanilla extract: A drop of vanilla extract will give it even more of a dessert-like quality, perfect if you like sweet breakfast items.
A full list of ingredients with exact amounts can be found in the recipe card below.
How To Make Matcha Chia Pudding
These simple steps will have you making matcha chia pudding like a pro in no time. Plan ahead to allow enough time for it to sit in the fridge and let the chia seeds get to the right texture.
- Add matcha powder to a small bowl and pour hot water over top. Whisk using a matcha whisk until the matcha tea powder is fully integrated into the water. (Alternatively, you can use a handheld frother.)
- Add chia seeds, milk, and maple syrup and stir until well combined. Let sit in the fridge for 20+ minutes. (The chia seeds need time to do their thing!)
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- Serve with your favorite berries on top!
Servings Ideas
This vegan chia seed pudding with matcha flavors is wonderful as-is, though you can customize it your way. I’ve added some topping suggestions and pairings below:
Toppings
- Coconut flakes: Toasted coconut flakes will give this a tropical twist.
- Cacao nibs: Add a little chocolaty flavor.
- Berries: Get more nutrients and bursts of berries in every bite.
Pairings
- Oatmeal: Warm up with oatmeal and cool down with chia seed pudding, or vice versa! Try this Creamy Vegan Oatmeal or 5-Minute Strawberry Oatmeal Recipe.
- Pancakes: Carry on your sweet theme with vegan pancakes for a bountiful breakfast. Make these Cute Little Pancakes, Eggless Banana Pancakes, or Pumpkin Pancakes!
- Toast: Start savory with toast, perhaps topped with avocado or vegan butter, and enjoy your matcha chia seed pudding with it. This High-Protein Vegan Toast or Almond Butter Toast makes for great pairings with this green tea chia pudding recipe.
- Muffins: Make these Pecan Banana Muffins, Mini Banana Bread Muffins, or Eggless Pumpkin Muffins!
Storage Tips
As long as you put it in the right type of airtight container, this matcha-flavored chia seed pudding will last up to 5 days in the fridge. You can even freeze it for meal prep, though make sure you use it within a few weeks.
FAQ
It’s great for you! With chia seeds and matcha, these ingredients have a roster of vitamins and minerals. In this recipe, there’s no refined sugar either, making it a wise choice that doesn’t taste like you’re eating healthy.
There are a few rarer negative aspects of eating chia pudding, especially if it’s eaten every day. Chia seeds have lots of fiber and may cause you to bloat or have gas. They also must be soaked properly to avoid causing a choking hazard or blockages. Some drugs do interact with chia seeds, so if you’re taking prescriptions, check with your doctor first.
For most people, when eaten in moderation, chia seed pudding is healthy as you’re getting fiber, protein, antioxidants, and omega-3 fatty acids that can all help you power through your day.
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Recipe
Matcha Chia Pudding
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup hot water
- 1 teaspoon ceremonial grade matcha
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- 3/4 cups unsweetened oat milk
- 3 tablespoons chia seeds
Instructions
- Add matcha powder to a small bowl and pour hot water over top. Whisk using a matcha whisk until the matcha tea powder is fully integrated into the water. (Alternatively, you can use a handheld frother.)
- Add chia seeds, milk, and maple syrup and stir until well combined. Let sit in the fridge for 20+ minutes. (The chia seeds need time to do their thing!)
- Serve with your favorite berries on top!
Notes
Nutrition
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Reference
Unno, K., Furushima, D., Hamamoto, S., Iguchi, K., Yamada, H., Morita, A., Horie, H., & Nakamura, Y. (2018). Stress-Reducing Function of Matcha Green Tea in Animal Experiments and Clinical Trials. Nutrients, 10(10), 1468. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu10101468
This was divine!
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This chia seed pudding really hits the spot.
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