Chia seed pudding is a fantastic option for a gestational diabetes diet. Packed with fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, and essential nutrients, chia seeds help regulate blood sugar levels and keep you feeling full longer. Plus, this pudding is incredibly versatile and can be customized to your liking with various flavors and toppings. Prep it in advance for a convenient, grab-and-go breakfast or snack that fits seamlessly into your busy routine.

How to make overnight chia seed pudding?

  1. Combine Ingredients: In a bowl or jar, combine all the ingredients.

  2. Stir Well: Stir well to ensure the chia seeds are evenly distributed.

  3. Refrigerate: Cover and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 4 hours.

  4. Morning Prep: In the morning, stir the pudding again and add toppings if desired.

ALMOND

3 tbsp chia seeds: 9g protein, 15g carbs

1 cup almond milk: 1g protein, 1g carbs

2 tbsp of almond butter: 8g protein, 6g carbs

2 tbsp sliced almonds (toasted): 2g protein, 2g carbs

Total: 20g protein, 24g carbs

** top with ¼ cup blueberries before serving: 5g carbs (optional)

COFFEE-CHOCOLATE

½ cup brewed coffee (regular or decaf): negligible

½ cup almond milk: 0.5g protein, 0.5g carbs

3 tbsp chia seeds: 9g protein, 15g carbs

1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder: 1g protein, 1g carbs

1 scoop of chocolate protein powder (for example Truvani chocolate protein powder): 20g protein, 5g carbs

Total: 30.5g protein, 21.5g carbs

CHAI

#1:

½ cup almond milk: 0.5g protein, 0.5g carbs

½ cup canned unsweetened coconut cream (for example Native Forest Organic Unsweetened Coconut Milk – Canned Coconut Milk): 3g carbs

3 tbsp chia seeds: 9g protein, 15g carbs

¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon

¼ teaspoon ground ginger

¼ teaspoon ground cardamom

pinch of ground cloves to taste

pinch of ground black pepper to taste

sweetener if desired (allulose, monk fruit, etc)

Total: 10g protein, 19g carbs

#2:

1 cup Atkins chai protein shake: 10g protein, 4g carbs

3 tbsp chia seeds: 9g protein, 15g carbs

Total: 19g protein, 19g carbs

** top with 10 roasted almonds: 3g protein, 6g carbs (optional)

** top with 10 roasted cashews: 5g protein, 9g carbs (optional)

APPLE-CINNAMON

1 cup almond milk: 1g protein, 1g carbs

3 tbsp chia seeds: 9g protein, 15g carbs

½ grated apple: 10g carbs

½ teaspoon ground cinnamon: negligible

1 scoop of vanilla protein powder (for example Truvani vanilla protein powder): 20g protein, 5g carbs

Total: 30g protein, 31g carbs

** top with 2 tbsp sliced almonds (toasted): 2g protein, 2g carbs (optional)