Kefir Chia Pudding {2 Ways}

Two kefir chia puddings in glass cups, one topped with berries and whipped cream and the other with Oreos and whipped cream.

A very simple yet decadent and delicious chia pudding made with kefir! This recipe contains probiotics + prebiotics to increase the diversity of your gut microbiome. It's high in fiber and protein with the addition of protein powder (though optional). Top with whipped cream and your favorite toppings for a nutritious and healthy snack or smaller breakfast!

Course Snack

Cuisine American

Keyword fermented foods, high fiber snack, high protein and fiber snack, probiotic recipe

Prep Time 5

Total Time 2 5

Servings servings

Calories 263kcal

Author Alex Evink, MS, RD

Ingredients

1 cup Kefir, plain or flavored (depending on toppings)
4 tablespoons chia seeds
1/2 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 scoop vanilla protein powder, or unflavored

Optional Toppings

Oreo Cookie Crumbs & Whipped Cream
Mixed Berries, Whipped Cream and Lemon Juice
Peanut Butter and Banana

Instructions

Add kefir, chia seeds, protein powder (optional) and vanilla extract to a bowl. I like to whisk these ingredients together so that they are smooth and well-combined. Taste it and add more honey or preferred sweetener if needed. If using a flavored kefir, it is likely not needed. *Can also taste test after refrigeration.
Refrigerate in an airtight container (or containers) at least 2 hours or overnight.
Divide mixture into glasses or airtight storage containers after refrigeration.
Top with favorite toppings! Store in the fridge for up to 5 days.
For the lemon berry: add the juice of 1/2 a lemon, mixed berries and whipped cream.
For Oreo: crush 1-2 Oreo cookies on top with whipped cream.

Notes

The taste and sweetness will depend on the type of kefir used. The plain Lifeway kefir has less added sugar, however, has a tangier taste. Depending on the protein powder used, honey may be needed. Otherwise, a flavored kefir like vanilla or berry would work well and honey would likely not be needed.
If you're not used to consuming much fiber, start with consuming a smaller portion of this pudding and gradually increase over a couple of week to reduce any digestive symptoms like gas or bloating.

Nutritional Information: calculated with 1 Oreo cookie, whipped cream, and with protein powder.

Nutrition Facts
Servings: 2
Amount per serving
Calories	263
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 14.7g	19%
Saturated Fat 2.2g	11%
Cholesterol 15mg	5%
Sodium 128mg	6%
Total Carbohydrate 21.1g	8%
Dietary Fiber 9.7g	34%
Total Sugars 7g
Protein 20.3g
Vitamin D 0mcg	0%
Calcium 165mg	13%
Iron 8mg	46%
Potassium 175mg	4%

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