Whether it’s for a light breakfast, snack, or dessert, this pomegranate chia pudding parfait always hits the spot. It’s a delicious layer of creamy yogurt, chia pudding, pomegranate seeds, and sliced almonds!
Why You’ll Love This Chia Parfait
If you’ve been following me for a while, you know that chia pudding is one of my favorite things to make (and meal prep). It’s a sweet, but not too sweet recipe that’s loaded with nutritional benefits, thanks to the abundance of chia seeds. Pomegranates are also in season this time of year, and layering them with chia pudding, yogurt, and sliced almonds makes for one healthy and festive meal. It’s just a delightful little recipe! Here are a few more reasons to love it:
- It looks fancy: We all eat with our eyes first, and this chia parfait couldn’t be any prettier with those beautiful layers.
- It’s seasonal and festive: I love to serve this for Christmas breakfast for a sweet option alongside my breakfast casserole for a savory option.
- You can make it ahead: I’m always in search of make-ahead breakfast options that are healthy and easy, and this one ticks both boxes!
Pomegranate Chia Pudding Parfait Ingredients
- For the chia pudding: This is a simple mix of milk (dairy or dairy-free), chia seeds, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
- For the parfait: Layer it up with your favorite yogurt, pomegranate seeds, and sliced almonds.
Find the printable recipe with measurements below.
How To Make This Chia Pudding Parfait
First, make the chia pudding. Stir together the milk, chia seeds, maple syrup, and vanilla extract in a bowl. Let it rest for 10 minutes before stirring again. Cover the bowl and let it gel up in the fridge for at least an hour.
Then, assemble the parfait. Start with a layer of creamy yogurt, then add some sliced almonds, chia pudding, and pomegranate seeds. Then repeat!
Helpful tip: This is a great recipe to serve up buffet style and let people assemble their own during the holidays!
Storage Tips
These chia pudding parfaits can be made a day in advance of a holiday or family gathering. And they’re great for meal prep as they’ll last for 3 to 4 days in the fridge.
More Chia Seed Recipes
- Eggnog Chia Pudding: A tasty use of my favorite eggnog recipe!
- Chocolate Chia Pudding: The classic dessert-style chia pudding.
- Chocolate Chia Mousse: Blended for a smooth texture.
- Pumpkin Pie Chia Mousse: What to make during pumpkin season.
- Chia Seed Jam: A healthy twist on homemade jam.
If you try this pomegranate chia parfait recipe, let me know how it turns out in the comments below! Your review will help other readers in the community. And if you’re hungry for more healthy food inspiration and exclusive content, join my free newsletter here.
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Ingredients
For the chia pudding
- 1 cup almond milk (or other milk of choice)
- ¼ cup chia seeds
- 2 teaspoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the parfaits
- ½ cup yogurt (dairy or dairy-free)
- ½ cup pomegranate seeds
- ¼ cup sliced almonds
Instructions
- To make the chia pudding: Stir together the almond milk, chia seeds, maple syrup, and vanilla extract together in a bowl. Let rest for 10 minutes, then stir again once the seeds have started to gel. Cover the bowl and place it in the fridge for at least one hour.
- To assemble the parfaits: Dollop yogurt in the bottom of a glass jar. Top that with a few spoonfuls of chia pudding, then a sprinkle of pomegranate seeds, a sprinkle of almond slices, more chia pudding, yogurt, and pomegranate seeds.
- Serve immediately or make the chia pudding parfaits ahead of time and place in the fridge until ready to serve.
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I love it! It’s easy and fast for mornings rush
Absolutely! Enjoy, Ely.
Fabulous and not overly sweet!
Glad you loved this chia pudding parfait, Julie!
in a.m am going to get chia seeds, from whole foods, and prepare this for New Years Day! thank you for Posting Lisa !!
I know it will be delicious…
as all your recipes have been so great! for parties, get togethers etc…
and so happy have your recipe book!
Happy New Year!
Of course, Lise! Enjoy this pomegranate chia pudding and happy new year!
I CANT SAY ENOUGH FABULOUS THINGS REGARDING THIS POMEGRANATE CHIA PUDDING PARFAIT RECIPE. I LOVE POMEGRANATE AND THE IDEA TO PUT IT INTO A PARFAIT… TO ME IS INGENIUS! IT GIVES THIS CHIA PARFAIT A TANGY SWEETNESS THAT MAKES MY BELLY SMILE!
I’m so glad you loved this chia pudding idea, Ananda!
Hi Lisa — what size container do you use for the chia pudding? Can you send me the link? Thanks for your hard work.
Hi Lucie – you can find the container linked on the Shop page on my website!
Made several for Christmas Eve morning… Each bite was a burst of Christmas cheer! And, I loved the presentation of this easy breakfast. Well done, Lisa!
Happy to hear these were a hit for Christmas Eve morning, Becky!
Un délice ! My inlaws was in love with this sweet part of brunch !
I had all the ingredients on hand and it made a nice addition to the Xmas day brunch
Glad this worked out great as a brunch idea, Lori!
This is a yummy, easy, beautiful breakfast option. Anything that can be made ahead is always a winner. But this has added bonus on looking beautiful. I have to find these glasses though !
Yes, it really does present beautifully! Enjoy!
This was delicious. And this is easily amended to use what fruit or nuts you have on hand. I added blueberries this time. Definitely a keeper.
Yes, it’s definitely a flexible chia parfait recipe. So glad you enjoyed it with blueberries, Lisa!
I love your meal prep cookbook!
Hi Catherine – Happy to hear you’re loving your cookbook!
Hi Lisa,
What brand of chia seeds do you use. My pudding never looks like yours even when the seeds are newly purchased.
Michelle
Hi Michelle – I typically will buy Whole Foods brand or Terrasoul!
I make this recipe all the time, such a yummy breakfast option for me.
Hi Monica – Happy to hear you’re loving this chia pudding parfait!
I had some leftovers pomegranate seeds from the holidays and was trying to come up with an easy way to use them. This was the perfect recipe. The flavor combination of almonds and pomegranates pair perfectly with the creamy chia pudding. I’m glad I gave it a try…and now have a new breakfast option I love.
Hi Sara – This chia pudding parfait is the perfect way to use up leftover pomegranates!
I can’t wait to try this flavor combination. Sounds incredible!
Hi Kathy – Hope you love this chia pudding parfait.
Delicious! I’ve been enjoying this for breakfast all week. It’s a healthy tasty way to help meet my nutritional goals. 💕 Thanks again for yet another wonderful recipe!
Cynthia
Happy to hear you’ve been enjoying this for breakfast!
Delicious, I used stewed blueberries instead of pomegranates
That sounds amazing Mandy!
FYI- a triple batch of chia seed pudding perfectly fills a quart wide mouth mason jar.
Thanks for the inspiration for a new make ahead breakfast for myself and my family! I love your blog so! I can’t get pomegranate seeds for this batch, but have several homemade jams (many without sugar) that will certainly work. One “jam” we love around here is dried apricots cooked with lemon juice and a little water until soft, then puréed until it makes a smooth spread. You can do the same with many dried fruits, it’s especially nice when you need a fruit spread in a pinch.
Thanks for the quick tip and glad you’re loving this chia parfait :)
Both my husband and I thought these were delicious. I love having a healthy breakfast option
Hi Vicky – You can always count on this chia pudding parfait for a healthy breakfast or snack!
One serving is 665 calories. Seems high? Is this an error?
The calories are higher due to the coconut milk in this recipe.
This is so simple to assemble and is great on taste too. I added roasted almonds for that extra crunch. I’ve been following your recipes. And every single one has turned out great :)
Hi Judith- So glad to hear you’ve been enjoying all my recipes so far! Will definitely need to make more chia parfait recipes as well :)