This healthy Neapolitan Chia Pudding can be eaten for breakfast or dessert. It is easy to make and great for on the go!
After I made Strawberry Chia Jam, then a Peanut Butter and Jelly Chia Pudding, I knew a Neapolitan Chia Pudding was in order. Three flavors of chia pudding in one jar - I'm in!
One of the great things about chia puddings is that you can make them the night before. They are quick and easy to make - perfect for weeknights.
Overnight oats are great for making ahead also. I fell in love with them when I made some Chocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats for a overnight trip out of town.
Chia pudding is portable, which is another bonus. Just like my overnight oats, they are great for taking on a trip.
Breakfast can be the hardest meal of the day for a vegan on a road trip. I no longer rely on restaurants because I usually fill up on a fruit bowl and hash browns, only to be hungry an hour or two later. Not to mention I usually need a nap afterwards.
So now I make chia pudding or overnight oats beforehand, and am all set for the road.
Whoever came up with Neapolitan ice cream was pretty smart, since strawberry, chocolate, and vanilla go so well together.
Neapolitan ice cream is not something that I have eaten very much in my lifetime - before or after becoming vegan. I actually like this chia pudding version better, because when I eat vegan ice cream, it's usually chocolate.
I have been really into chia puddings lately. There are great for breakfast or dessert. You can't get much more versatile than that!
Other Vegan Breakfasts
Instructions
- Chocolate Layer: Mix chia seeds and almond milk. Let sit for about 1 hour in the fridge.
- Mix in cacao powder, vanilla extract, almond extract, and stevia.
- Vanilla Layer: Mix chia seeds and almond milk. Let sit for about 1 hour in the fridge.
- Mix in vanilla extract and stevia.
- Make strawberry chia jam.
- Assemble: In two 8 ounce mason jars, layer into each half the chocolate chia pudding, half the vanilla chia pudding, and the strawberry chia jam.
- Garnish with strawberries and cacao nibs.
Storage
Chia pudding lasts about 5 days in the fridge in an airtight container.
Recipe
Make this vegan chia pudding the night before to make getting ready in the morning easier. Take it with you and eat on the go!
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This is the Nutribullet that I have. It's perfect for making this chia pudding with a traditional creamy texture.
📋 Recipe
Neapolitan Chia Pudding
Equipment
Ingredients
Chocolate layer
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- ½ cup unsweetened chocolate or vanilla almond milk
- 2 teaspoons cacao or cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon almond extract
- 8 drops stevia
Vanilla layer
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- ½ cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 drops stevia
Strawberry layer
- ½ cup Strawberry Chia Jam (see below)
- 6 chopped strawberries
- 4 teaspoons cacao nibs
Strawberry Chia Jam
- 1 ½ cups chopped strawberries
- 3 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon agave syrup or maple syrup
Instructions
Chocolate Layer
- Mix chia seeds and almond milk. Let sit in the fridge for at least an hour. Mix in cacao powder, vanilla extract, almond extract, and stevia.
Vanilla Layer
- Mix chia seeds and almond milk. Let sit in the fridge for at least an hour. Mix in vanilla extract and stevia.
Strawberry Chia Jam
- Mix all ingredients in a food processor. Let sit for at least an hour.
To Assemble
- Divide puddings between two 8 ounce mason jars. Layer into each ½ of the chocolate chia pudding, then ½ of the vanilla chia pudding. On top of the vanilla chia pudding layer 4 tablespoons Strawberry Chia Jam. Garnish with chopped strawberries and cacao nibs.
Nutrition
*Note: Nutrition information should be considered an estimate only. Different nutrition calculators give you different results.
Katie says
I love this! Neapolitan ice cream has always been my favorite, but now I can eat a healthier version for breakfast!
Willow Moon says
Thanks Katie, I'm glad you like it!
Gina says
I'd love to try this,but was just curious to know how many carbs this would have per serving? I couldn't find it posted in your recipe. Thank you in advance for your reply
Willow Moon says
It was a conscious decision not to have a nutrition plugin on Create Mindfully. When I was counting macronutrients on a vegan keto diet I found that when I used different brands I got very different results. I would hate to show nutrients that messes up someones state of ketosis.
jessica says
yum, i love this idea. can't wait to try it!!
Razena says
This looks so delicious! I made strawberry chia jam a few weeks ago but was quite disappointed at the sourness. I think it was too early in the season for sweet strawberries.
Willow Moon says
If that ever happens again, you could always add more sweetener. Also, frozen is a good way to go because they pick the fruit when they are ripe.
Kate says
This looks and sounds so delicious. I still have yet to try chia pudding, but it looks amazing. I have no excuse-I need to try this!
Willow Moon says
Thanks Kate, you should definitely try it! And if the texture isn't your thing, you can always blend the mixture for an even creamier texture!
Gunjan says
What a perfect timing. I have all the ingredients. Been looking for some healthy breakfast and i found this recipe just in time. Thanks for sharing.
Willow Moon says
Thanks Gunjan, I hope you like it!
Jolina says
I love this! We make chia pudding all the time and I love the texture of it (and also how easy it is to put together). Can't wait to try your recipe!
Willow Moon says
It is easy, isn't it! I love the texture too! Sometimes I blend it to get an even creamier texture.
Belle says
That looks amazing!!! Need to try it!
Belle