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Gingerbread Chia Pudding

Published: Oct 13, 2020 · Modified: Apr 18, 2023 by Claire · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon associate I earn from qualifying purchases · 3 Comments

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If you're looking for a fun fall-themed breakfast then this gingerbread chia pudding is just for you! This easy to make chia pudding has all the fall feels with ginger, cinnamon and maple syrup. It has so much flavour and makes a nice change from fruit-based puddings.

gingerbread chia pudding in a glass jar with pears in the background.

Chia pudding makes for a lovely breakfast or snack, and is so simple to make. While I often crave the fruit-based recipes here on the site, such as the peach chia pudding and cherry chia pudding, having a spice-focused recipe such as this one makes for a lovely change.

And if you are a big lover of pumpkin spice during the fall months, you may like to check out my pumpkin spice oats cookies. They have all the fall feels to them!

Jump to:
  • ⭐ Why you'll love this recipe
  • 🌰 Ingredients
  • 🔪 Step by step instructions
  • 📖 The chia to milk ratio debate
  • 💭 Recipe tips and notes
  • 📋 Frequently asked questions
  • 🥣 More chia pudding recipes
  • 📖 Recipe
  • 💬 Comments

⭐ Why you'll love this recipe

All the fall flavours. Ginger and cinnamon are such a lovely combination and somehow feel very cosy during the fall months - this recipe is perfect as a Christmas chia pudding I think!

Alternative to oats for breakfast. While oatmeal and granola are both delicious, sometimes it is nice to have an oat-free breakfast for a change!

Enjoy for breakfast or a snack. Chia pudding is very versatile and can be enjoyed anytime I think!

🌰 Ingredients

individually labelled ingredients for gingerbread chia pudding in small bowls including ground ginger, chia seeds and cinnamon.

Make sure to check the recipe card below for the full ingredients and instructions!

Some notes on a few of them:

  • Chia seeds: you want to use whole chia seeds, not milled chia, to make this pudding.
  • Ginger powder: using ground ginger gives this chia pudding that tasty spicy-sweet taste. The Simply Organic ground ginger root is full of flavour.
  • Cinnamon: this is optional, and my low histamine readers may wish to know that it is somewhat debated in terms of histamine levels. Only use if you know it works for you.
  • Maple syrup: sweetens this gingerbread chia pudding and makes it feel so indulgent.

🔪 Step by step instructions

Just two steps to this very simple gingerbread chia pudding recipe:

chia seeds, non-dairy milk and spices in a glass bowl.
chia pudding mixed in a glass bowl with a whisk.

Step 1

Combine all the ingredients in a container that can be sealed.

Step 2

Whisk the ingredients very well (I find using a whisk is better than a spoon for this). Place in the fridge for at least an hour, stirring halfway through if possible to break up any clumps of chia and infuse the flavours. Dust with additional cinnamon or ginger, if you would like. Then enjoy!

📖 The chia to milk ratio debate

Now, the chia to milk ratio is a little individual it seems. Personally I always do 2 Tbsp. of chia seeds to half a cup of milk. I often add a little more milk just before serving to loosen it a little bit and that's perfect for me.

Saying that though, many friends prefer it thicker and very gelatinous in texture, so don't add extra milk before serving. So up to you! I suggest testing it out and finding your chia pudding preference.

💭 Recipe tips and notes

  • Be sure to whisk or stir the chia pudding well as this is how the spices dissolve into the milk and the chia seeds soak them up. Stir again after 30 minutes if you can.
  • Adjust the amount of spice to taste preference. Some of us like a lot of heat, other only a little!
  • Enjoy on its own, or top with fruit, nuts or seeds.

📋 Frequently asked questions

Which type of chia do I use for chia puddings?

You want to use whole chia seeds, rather than milled chia.

How long does a chia pudding need to set?

Leave the pudding in the fridge for at least an hour. A bit longer does give a thicker chia pudding if that is suitable for you.

Can I add more spice?

Of course! Add as much as you like!

What do chia seeds taste like?

Chia seeds have a very mild slightly nutty taste, as you can read more about in my post on the taste and texture of chia seeds!

overhead view of gingerbread chia pudding in a glass jar.

🥣 More chia pudding recipes

Find lots of fun ways to start the morning (or have as an afternoon snack!) on my breakfast recipes page, including my fun cherry overnight oats and easy chia pudding with oat milk. A few recent recipes to try out:

  • mango oat smoothie in two glasses next to fresh mangoes.
    Mango Oat Smoothie
  • cottage cheese fruit smoothie in a glass garnished with fresh mint leaves and blueberries, next to a bowl of blueberries.
    Cottage Cheese Fruit Smoothie
  • applesauce overnight oats in two glass jars next to red apples.
    Applesauce Overnight Oats
  • pear applesauce in a white bowl with a wooden spoon next to red apples and pears.
    Pear Applesauce

I'm always in the kitchen, so come join me on Instagram, Facebook and Pinterest if you would like to follow along for more recipes! And please do leave a star rating if you've tried the recipe!

📖 Recipe

gingerbread chia pudding in a glass bowl with pears in the background.

Gingerbread Chia Pudding

Claire
This gingerbread chia pudding is a simple but indulgent recipe with lots of aromatic spice, and the perfect sweetness from maple syrup. The recipe makes one generous serving. Vegan, gluten-free and low histamine, but have a read below for the details of histamine levels if you follow this diet.
5 from 3 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Time in the fridge 1 hour hr
Total Time 1 hour hr 5 minutes mins
Course Breakfast, Brunch, Snack, Sweet treat
Cuisine American, British
Servings 1 serving
Calories 192 kcal

Equipment

  • Whisk or spoon

Ingredients
 
 

  • 2 tablespoon chia seeds
  • ½ cup non-dairy milk
  • ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon optional
  • 1 teaspoon maple syrup

Instructions
 

  • Combine the ingredients in a jar or dish that can be sealed. Whisk or stir very thoroughly, and leave to set for at least an hour in the fridge. If possible give it a stir halfway through.
  • Dust with more ginger and cinnamon to taste, if you like, or top with fruit, nuts and seeds, and then enjoy!

Notes

  • Be sure to whisk the ingredients together well to help the spices mix into the milk and to help prevent the chia seeds from clumping together.
  • We all like different levels of spice, so adjust the ginger and cinnamon to your preference. The same is true of the maple syrup. Some prefer none, others much more than I use!
  • Please note that nutritional information is offered as a courtesy. It is auto-generated and should be understood to be an estimate.
 
Swiss Interest Group Histamine Intolerance (SIGHI) food compatibility list for histamine
All ingredients score 0 on the SIGHI list, with the exception of:
  • ginger scores 1, although the SIGHI list states that small amounts are well tolerated.
  • cinnamon scores 0, but other lists rate is as higher.
  • the 'score' of non-dairy milks differ, so use your preferred milk.

Nutrition

Calories: 192kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.03gSodium: 64mgPotassium: 289mgFiber: 9gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 478IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 330mgIron: 3mg
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Comments

  1. Holly B says

    December 10, 2020 at 4:17 pm

    5 stars
    This sounds amazing! Great for any time of the year! Yum!

    Reply
    • throughthefibrofog says

      December 11, 2020 at 11:16 am

      Thank you! And yes, perfect for breakfast or as a snack 🙂

      Reply
  2. Katie says

    October 25, 2020 at 10:13 pm

    When on our vacation, we stayed at a bed and breakfast for two nights. They had us order our breakfast for the morning. One was a chia vanilla coconut milk pudding. I ordered it both days. It reminded me of creme brulee! Luckily, I had brought chia seeds with me (for my oatmeal). So, I added it to my canned peaches with blackberry jam. This ended up being a lunch treat for me when we were on the road.

    I can't wait to try this new chia pudding. I'm infatuated with chia pudding now!

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Hi, I’m Claire. After a diagnosis of MCAS I began to follow a low histamine diet, which has helped me manage my symptoms. Here I hope to show that a restrictive diet can still be full of flavourful meals, and help you enjoy being creative in the kitchen.

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