This Tiramisu Chia Pudding is the perfect balanced sweet treat that's packed with fibre. The best meal prep breakfast with a caffeine boost!
If you're a coffee-instead-of-breakfast person, I hope I can change your mind with this tiramisu chia pudding. Caffeine included, tastes just like dessert, high fibre, what more could you ask for?
For my friends who loved my pumpkin pie chia pudding or tiramisu overnight oats, this recipe is its perfect blend. We also blend the espresso chia seed base, so it won't have that typical gloppy texture. Layered with a sweet, high protein yogurt topping, this chia pudding will make you want to eat breakfast everyday!
Why This Recipe Is Dietitian Approved
- Balanced sweet treat. This tiramisu chia pudding packs in fibre, protein and healthy fats for a sweet treat that satisfies.
- Meet your fibre goals. Fibre is so important for gut health and staying regular. This recipe has 5g of fibre, making it a great high fibre option.
- Meal prep friendly. Chia pudding only takes a couple minutes to put together and it stores well all week.
Ingredients
Chia seeds. These magical seeds are great source of heart healthy omega 3 fatty acids and are PACKED with fibre!
Cocoa powder. I recommend using a high quality, unsweetened cocoa powder for the richest, chocolate flavour.
Greek yogurt. I typically use plain 0% greek yogurt so I can customize the amount of added sugar to meet my taste preferences. However, if you prefer vanilla greek yogurt, you can absolutely use it for a sweeter flavour.
Milk. Any type works, but I like dairy or soy milk for a higher protein option.
Maple syrup. For a natural source of sweetness! You can also swap for honey.
Vanilla extract. As we are not baking this recipe, I do recommend using pure vanilla extract if possible- this will provide the best flavour.
Graham crackers. Instead of ladyfingers, we opt for a lower sugar alternative that when soaked in the coffee chia pudding mixture provides the perfect touch of sweetness! Plus, graham crackers have a lovely warm cinnamon flavour.
Salt. A pinch of salt helps bring out the sweetness of the maple syrup and the richness of the cocoa powder.
Espresso. This adds a strong coffee flavour necessary in a traditional tiramisu! I usually opt for 2 Nespresso pods for an easy option, however if you are not typically a fan of strong coffee, brewed coffee will work fine.
The complete ingredient list with measurements can be found in the recipe card below.
Instructions
- In a high powered blender combine milk, greek yogurt, maple syrup, espresso, chia seeds, cocoa powder and salt. Blend until smooth.
- Once the chia pudding is smooth, divide it amongst 4 small jars. And top with about 1 tablespoon of crushed graham crackers per jar. Set aside.
- Make the yogurt topping by mixing together greek yogurt, vanilla extract and maple syrup.
- Add about ¼ cup of yogurt to the top of each pudding. Sprinkle with a light dusting of cocoa powder. Place in the fridge for at least 2 hours (ideally overnight).
Substitutions and Variations
To make gluten-free: omit the graham crackers or use a gluten-free alternative like Scharr's.
To make dairy-free: use a dairy-free milk and yogurt of choice.
To make nut-free: this recipe is naturally nut-free.
Get creative and experiment! If you would like a raspberry tiramisu, add a layer of smashed raspberries on top of the graham crackers. If you would like a banoffee tiramisu add a layer of sliced bananas.
Equipment
- Small blender
- Jars
Storage
These tiramisu chia puddings stay fresh in the fridge if stored in a sealed jar or container for up to 5 days.
Top Tips for Success
I always recommend adding the wet ingredients to your blend FIRST before adding the chia seeds. This helps ensure the chia seeds dont get stuck in the blades of the blender.
Taste the chia pudding before dividing it into the jars. If you like a sweeter chia pudding add 1 tablespoon of additional maple syrup. If you like a stronger coffee flavour you may want to replace 1-2 tablespoon of the milk with additional espresso.
Frequently Asked Questions
You do not! I personally like blending it to create the smoothest, creamiest texture (more similar to a tiramisu). However, if you prefer to keep the chia seeds whole, I recommend whisking together the wet ingredients before adding in the dry ingredients. To avoid having the cocoa powder clump together, make sure you stir WHILE adding the cocoa powder. Please note if you decide to use this method, your chia pudding may need to thicken for 5-10 minutes before you will be able to add the yogurt topping.
More Breakfast Recipes
Looking for more chia seed recipes? Try these next:
- Layered Chia Pudding Parfaits
- Pumpkin Pie Chia Pudding
- Berry Crumble Chia Pudding
- Protein Chia Pudding
See you in the kitchen!
PS. I love seeing my recipes in action! If you decide to make this tiramisu chia pudding, don't forget to snap a photo and tag me on Instagram- @nourishedbynic or leave a comment and rating below letting me know how you liked it!
📖 Recipe
Tiramisu Chia Pudding
Ingredients
Chia pudding:
- ¾ cup milk
- ¾ cup plain Greek yogurt *see below if using vanilla
- 2 tablespoon maple syrup
- ¼ cup espresso
- ⅓ cup chia seeds
- 4 teaspoon cocoa powder or 2 tablespoon of chocolate protein powder
- Pinch of salt
- ¼ cup crushed graham crackers
Yogurt topping:
- ¾ cup plain greek yogurt *see below if using vanilla
- 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoon maple syrup
- Additional cocoa powder for dusting
Instructions
- In a high powered blender combine milk, greek yogurt, maple syrup, espresso, chia seeds, cocoa powder and salt. Blend until smooth.
- Once the chia pudding is smooth, divide it amongst 4 small jars. And top with about 1 tablespoon of crushed graham crackers per jar. Set aside.
- Make the yogurt topping by mixing together greek yogurt, vanilla extract and maple syrup. Once combined, add about ¼ cup of yogurt to the top of each pudding. Sprinkle with a light dusting of cocoa powder. Place in the fridge for at least 2 hours (ideally overnight).
konasmom says
Love that I can quickly whip this up the night before and have breakfast ready to go in the morning! It is delicious - love the flavor and kick of espresso in it. This does remind me of tiramisu!
Delia Doyle says
This Tiramisu Chia Pudding is a delightful twist on a classic! I love how it combines healthy ingredients with that rich coffee flavor. Perfect for meal prep!
Delia Doyle says
I tried the Tiramisu Chia Pudding and it was a nice treat! The flavors were interesting, but I found it a bit too sweet for my taste. I appreciate the healthy twist though!
Emily says
These were so easy and tasty! And kept really well in the fridge for a few days!
Vanessa says
Tiramisu flavour and a fibre boost! Perfection! Learning to blend chia seeds has changed my life.