Layered Berry Smoothie & Chia Pudding Jar
A visually striking and nutrient-packed layered jar combining chia pudding, berry compote, and mixed berry smoothie, topped with fresh fruit and granola—perfect for a healthy breakfast or snack.
- Author: Djihane
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 22 minutes
- Yield: 2 jars 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook, Simmering, Blending
- Cuisine: Fusion
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1/2 cup chia seeds
- 2 cups unsweetened almond milk (or other plant-based milk)
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup mixed berries (fresh or frozen)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1/2 cup frozen blueberries
- 1/2 cup frozen raspberries
- 1 small banana
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (or dairy-free yogurt)
- 1/4 cup almond milk
- Fresh blueberries (for topping)
- Sliced strawberries (for topping)
- Granola (for topping)
- Mint leaves (for garnish)
- Prepare chia pudding: In a jar, whisk together chia seeds, almond milk, maple syrup, and vanilla. Let sit for 10 minutes, stir again, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Make berry compote: In a small saucepan over medium heat, cook berries with lemon juice and maple syrup for 5–7 minutes until thick and syrupy. Let cool.
- Make the smoothie: Blend frozen blueberries, frozen raspberries, banana, yogurt, and almond milk until thick and smooth.
- Assemble the jar: Spoon berry compote into the bottom of a glass jar.
- Layer chia pudding over the compote.
- Top with the berry smoothie blend.
- Garnish with fresh berries, granola, and mint leaves.
- Serve chilled. Mix before eating if desired.
Notes
- Chia pudding can be made up to 3 days in advance.
- Substitute maple syrup with honey or agave if preferred.
- Use any mix of berries based on seasonal availability.
- Great for meal prep—store in the fridge in sealed jars.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: chia pudding, berry smoothie, breakfast jar, healthy breakfast, vegetarian, meal prep