Tiramisu Chia Pudding

Name: Tiramisu Chia Pudding
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 245 min
Ingredients: 1-1/2 cups milk of choice; 1/2 cup chia seeds; 2 cups vanilla Greek yogurt (divided); 2 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup, agave ); 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 shots of espresso (about 1/2 cup, cooled); 2 tablespoons vanilla whey protein powder (or chocolate); 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (for dusting)

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This Tiramisu Chia Pudding is the perfect way to satisfy your sweet tooth, for breakfast or dessert. The combination of espresso-infused chia pudding with a layer of creamy yogurt and rich cocoa powder dusted on top marries perfectly in this easy recipe.

A spoon in a jar of tiramisu chia pudding layered with yogurt and cocoa powder.

When it comes to meal-prep breakfasts, chia pudding is a favorite of mine. It’s so quick to mix together and thickens up into a creamy texture overnight. Chia seeds are rich in fiber and protein so I find this breakfast keeps me full until lunch. With so many things going for it, it’s no surprise that tiramisu chia pudding has been a viral sensation on social media!

If you want more flavor ideas for chia pudding, you might like my Chocolate Chia Pudding Recipe or my Lemon Blueberry Chia Pudding.

Recipe Overview

Skill Level

Beginner

Prep Time

5 mins

Before You Get Started

Using espresso gives a rich coffee flavor to the chia pudding. You can freshly brew it if you have a coffee machine but you could also use instant espresso powder.
Vanilla Greek yogurt gives this recipe a dessert-like flavor. If you only have plain Greek yogurt, you can add an extra 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the chia pudding.
I like to let the chia pudding sit overnight in the fridge so that it has plenty of time to thicken up into a creamy texture.
Ensure you whisk the chia seeds into the milk thoroughly to prevent clumping, then whisk again after 5-10 minutes; otherwise, most of it will just sit at the bottom.
For even smoother results, blend the soaked pudding to get a super creamy texture.

Common Questions

How many hours does chia pudding need to soak?

For chia seeds to thicken liquid, they need to soak for around 3-4 hours; however, it’s best to let them sit overnight in the fridge to get the best texture.

Is chia Pudding a good breakfast?

Yes, chia pudding is full of protein and fiber, which helps to keep you fuller for longer. It’s also easy to prep overnight, which makes it a great, easy option for a healthy breakfast.

How long does chia pudding last?

Soaked chia pudding should last for 3-5 days in the fridge.

Can i blend the chia pudding for a smoother texture?

Yes. Blending the chia pudding will result in a more mousse-like texture which is a nice option if you don’t like the texture of a classic chia pudding.

Ingredients Needed

Below are the ingredients you’ll need to make Tiramisu Chia Pudding. The full quantities can be found in the recipe card further down the page.

Ingredients to make tiramisu chia pudding.

Milk: You can use whichever type of milk you prefer – almond milk, soy milk and cow’s milk all work great. It’s best to go with an unsweetened milk so that the chia pudding doesn’t get overly sweet.
Chia seeds: Get whichever brand you prefer. I get mine from Costco. It is called Nature’s Intent organic chia seeds.
Vanilla Greek yogurt: I like using vanilla Greek yogurt. I either go with Chobani or Simple Truth. If you only have plain Greek yogurt, you can just double the vanilla extract.
Honey or maple syrup: Either of these works really well to lightly sweeten the chia pudding. If you are vegan, use maple syrup. Agave works too.
Vanilla extract: You can leave it out if you don’t have any, as the protein powder and yogurt also bring some vanilla flavor here. This is just really needed if you aren’t adding protein powder or using vanilla yogurt.
Espresso: It’s best to use espresso instead of filter coffee, as the espresso has a much more concentrated flavor, which is essential for this pudding to taste like tiramisu.
Vanilla whey protein powder: I like using a bit of whey protein powder to boost the protein content while keeping the pudding creamy. You can leave it out if you don’t have any. Plant-based protein works just fine, too.
Cocoa powder: Use an unsweetened cocoa powder here; the bitterness of the chocolate is what offsets the sweetness of the pudding and gives the pudding that tiramisu flavor.

How to Make Tiramisu Chia Pudding

Here’s how to make this chia pudding Tiramisu-style perfectly each time. Below is the step-by-step process, which you can also find further down in the recipe card.

process shot of coffee and adding the coffee, chia, milk, and yogurt in a bowl.

1️⃣ Whisk together the chia pudding

Mix the chia seeds with the milk, yogurt, espresso, sweetener, whey protein, and vanilla extract.

✏️ It’s best to mix this well to prevent the chia seeds from forming dry clumps in the pudding. I also like to give it another good mix 5-10 minutes after the initial mix to break up any clumps.

process shot of mixing the chia pudding in a bowl and covering it.

2️⃣ Cover and chill

Cover the bowl and chill the pudding in the fridge for at least 3-4 hours until the chia pudding has thickened.

✏️ I like to leave the chia pudding in the fridge overnight so it can thicken up into a super creamy texture.

process shot of adding the chia pudding in a cup, top with more yogurt, and layer with cocoa powder.

3️⃣ Divide between jars and layer up

Spoon the thickened chia pudding into 4 jars. Add a layer of vanilla Greek yogurt on top of each jar and dust generously with unsweetened cocoa powder.

✏️ The chia pudding should keep in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the fridge now.

Variations & Substitutions

→ Make it vegan: Use an unsweetened, plant-based milk. For the yogurt, use vanilla coconut yogurt or any plant-based option. The honey can be swapped with maple syrup or agave syrup. Use a plant-based vanilla protein powder.

→ Made it decaf: Use decaffeinated coffee beans (or decaf instant espresso) when brewing your coffee.

→ Make it indulgent: Use finely grated dark chocolate instead of cocoa powder on top of the chia pudding. Layer a couple of broken ladyfinger cookies into the base of each jar before adding the chia pudding on top.

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