Food & Cooking Recipes Breakfast & Brunch Recipes Soaked Chia Seeds By Martha Stewart Editors Martha Stewart Editors Facebook Instagram Twitter Website An article attributed to "Martha Stewart Editors" indicates when several writers and editors have contributed to an article over the years. These collaborations allow us to provide you with the most accurate, up-to-date, and comprehensive information available.The Martha Stewart team aims to teach and inspire readers daily with tested-until-perfected recipes, creative DIY projects, and elevated home and entertaining ideas. They are experts in their fields who research, create, and test the best ways to help readers design the life they want. The joy is in the doing. Editorial Guidelines Updated on November 18, 2022 Print Share Share Tweet Pin Email For an easy way to enjoy chia seeds, simply soak them in water or your alternative milk of choice. In just 20 minutes, they take on a chewy texture reminiscent of tapioca pudding. You can refrigerate them for up to five days, so make a big batch on the weekend and enjoy them throughout the week. Stir a couple of spoonfuls into a smoothie or oatmeal—or layer them with fresh fruit and maple syrup for a parfait. Ingredients Chia seeds Almond milk or water Directions Soak the seeds in almond milk or water (1/4 cup seeds to 1 cup liquid) until they take on a chewy texture reminiscent of tapioca pudding, about 20 minutes. Soaked chia seeds can be refrigerated for up to 5 days, so you can make a big batch at the start of the week. Julia Hartbeck Cook's Notes Stir a couple of spoonfuls of soaked chia seeds into a smoothie or oatmeal, or, for a parfait, mix 1/2 cup soaked seeds with 2 tablespoons almond milk; top with fresh fruit and a drizzle of maple syrup. Print