Ingredients:

  • 1.5 cups mixed frozen berries
  • 0.5 cup milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cup chia seeds
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 0.5 cup fresh blueberries
  • 2 tbsp sliced almonds
  • 1 tsp lemon juice

Instructions:

  1. Put the frozen berries, 120ml of milk, and vanilla extract into a blender. Process until the mixture is velvety and smooth. Note: If it's too thick to blend, add a splash more milk.
  2. Pour the blended berry base into a medium mixing bowl.
  3. Whisk in the remaining 240ml of milk and the maple syrup.
  4. Vigorously whisk in the chia seeds. Stir for 2 full minutes until no clumps remain. Note: Chia seeds love to huddle together in little balls if you aren't aggressive with the whisk.
  5. Divide the mixture evenly between four 8 oz mason jars.
  6. Cover the jars tightly and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. According to [Serious Eats](https://www.seriouseats.com), proper hydration of chia seeds is what prevents a gritty texture.
  7. Remove the jars from the fridge.
  8. Stir the pudding one last time to break up any settled seeds.
  9. Toss the fresh blueberries in lemon juice and spoon them on top.
  10. Sprinkle with sliced almonds for a final crunch.