# Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1 cup milk of your choice (such as almond milk, coconut milk, or dairy milk)
- 1-2 tablespoons sweetener of your choice (such as maple syrup, honey, or agave syrup)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Optional toppings: fresh fruit, nuts, seeds, coconut flakes, or granola
### Instructions:
1. **Mix Ingredients**: In a bowl or jar, combine the chia seeds, milk, sweetener, and vanilla extract (if using). Stir well to ensure that the chia seeds are evenly distributed and not clumping together.
2. **Let it Sit**: Cover the bowl or jar and refrigerate the mixture for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight. The chia seeds will absorb the liquid and thicken to create a pudding-like consistency.
3. **Stir Again**: After the mixture has chilled, give it a good stir to break up any clumps and ensure that the pudding is smooth and creamy.
4. **Serve**: Divide the chia pudding into serving dishes and top with your favorite toppings, such as fresh fruit, nuts, seeds, coconut flakes, or granola.
5. **Enjoy**: Enjoy the chia pudding as a healthy breakfast, snack, or dessert. It's best served chilled, but you can also enjoy it at room temperature if desired.
6. **Store**: Leftover chia pudding can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Just give it a stir before serving if it separates.
Chia pudding is versatile and customizable, so feel free to experiment with different flavors and toppings to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy your homemade chia pudding as a nutritious and satisfying treat