Strawberry Crumble Chia Pudding (Printable)

Creamy chia layers with sweet strawberries and crispy oat topping

# What You’ll Need:

→ Chia Pudding

01 - 1⅔ cups unsweetened almond milk
02 - 4 tbsp chia seeds
03 - 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey
04 - 1 tsp vanilla extract

→ Strawberry Compote

05 - 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
06 - 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
07 - 1-2 tbsp maple syrup or honey

→ Oat Crumble

08 - ¾ cup rolled oats (certified gluten-free if needed)
09 - ¼ cup chopped almonds or pecans
10 - 1½ tbsp coconut oil, melted
11 - 1½ tbsp maple syrup or honey
12 - ½ tsp ground cinnamon
13 - Pinch of salt

→ Garnish

14 - 2-3 fresh strawberries, sliced

# Steps:

01 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together almond milk, chia seeds, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until well combined. Let sit for 5 minutes, then whisk again to break up any clumps. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight until the mixture thickens to a pudding-like consistency.
02 - Combine sliced strawberries, lemon juice, and maple syrup in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries break down and the juices reduce into a syrupy sauce. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
03 - Preheat oven to 350°F. In a bowl, toss together rolled oats, chopped nuts, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, ground cinnamon, and salt until evenly coated. Spread the mixture in a thin layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden brown and crisp. Let cool completely on the sheet.
04 - Spoon a layer of chia pudding into the bottom of each glass or jar. Add a layer of strawberry compote, followed by a sprinkle of oat crumble. Repeat the layers for a second tier if desired. Finish with fresh strawberry slices on top.
05 - Serve immediately for the best texture, or cover and refrigerate until ready to enjoy. Add the oat crumble just before serving to preserve its crunch.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The textures play off each other beautifully, creamy pudding, jammy fruit, and a crunch that refuses to quit.
  • It looks like it took all day but the active work is barely fifteen minutes.
  • You can prep everything ahead and assemble when you are ready, which makes it a lifesaver for busy mornings.
02 -
  • The chia pudding needs those two hours minimum to thicken properly, and overnight is even better if you can plan ahead.
  • Always add the crumble at the last possible moment or it will soften into sadness and you will lose that beautiful contrast.
03 -
  • Toast the nuts in a dry pan for two minutes before adding them to the crumble mixture and you will unlock a depth of flavor that makes people ask what your secret is.
  • Use clear glasses or jars so everyone can see those gorgeous layers, because half the joy of this dish is how it looks before you dive in.

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