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Strawberry Matcha Chia Pudding is a lovely mix of sweet and earthy flavors, perfect for a healthy breakfast or snack. It’s easy to make and combines creamy Greek yogurt with matcha and fresh and fruity strawberry compote.

It’s a great choice when you want something that feels a bit special but comes together with minimal fuss.

Recipe Info

This recipe is:

A perfect balance of flavors. The earthy, subtly grassy notes of matcha pair beautifully with the sweet-tart strawberry compote. It makes it approachable even if you’re not a big matcha fan (I’m not).
Texturally satisfying. The chia seeds create a thick, pudding-like base, while the creamy Greek yogurt adds richness and the compote gives a fruity burst.
Slightly more involved than your average chia pudding. It requires around 15 to 20 minutes to prepare the strawberry compote, so it’s not as quick as your regular chia pudding. Totally worth it though, especially if you’re batch prepping.

Making strawberry matcha chia pudding for the first time? Read the ingredients notes, step-by-step instructions, and tips. If you’re familiar with the recipe, feel free to jump to the recipe card.

Ingredients and Substitutes

Matcha Greek Yogurt Chia Pudding

Chia seeds. These absorb liquid to create the pudding’s thick, gel-like texture. Whole seeds are best for the classic consistency.
Greek yogurt. Provides creaminess and a tangy flavor; non-fat is recommended but any type works.
Milk. Used to adjust the pudding’s consistency; choose any milk you like, such as dairy or plant-based.
Sweetener. Honey or your preferred liquid sweetener adds a touch of sweetness; feel free to adjust based on taste.
Matcha. Adds a subtle green tea flavor and a hint of color to the pudding.

Strawberry Compote

Strawberries. Fresh or frozen, these form the base of the compote for a fruity topping.
Sugar. Sweetens the compote; you can add more or less depending on how tart your berries are.
Lemon juice. Enhances the flavor by adding brightness to the compote.
Cornstarch. Optional thickener for the compote if you want it less runny without cooking too long.

Step-by-Step: How to Make Strawberry Matcha Chia Pudding

Step1: Prepare Matcha Chia Pudding

Mix wet ingredients. In a bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, milk, and honey (or your choice of sweetener). Stir thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
Stir in matcha. Add the matcha powder to the yogurt mixture. Whisk carefully to dissolve any lumps.

Adding the matcha powder — Combine Greek yogurt, milk, and honey until smooth,

Mixing the base ingredients — Combine Greek yogurt, milk, and honey until smooth,

Add chia seeds. Sprinkle in the chia seeds and stir well to evenly distribute them throughout the mixture.

Adding the chia seeds — Mix the chia seeds into the mixture until

Stirring in the chia seeds — Mix the chia seeds into the mixture until

Refrigerate. Cover the bowl and place it in the fridge for at least 3 hours, or until the pudding becomes nice and thick.

Chilled matcha chia pudding — Cover and chill for at least 3 hours, or until the pudding thickens

Step 2: Prepare Strawberry Compote

(Check out my strawberry compote recipe for more details.)

Prepare strawberries. If using fresh, wash, hull, and chop them. Place strawberries in a small pot. If frozen, place them directly in the pot, add a splash of water, and gently defrost over low heat, stirring occasionally. Once softened, chop with a fork or knife (still inside the pot).
Add sugar and cook. Sprinkle the sugar over the strawberries and cook on medium heat. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5–10 minutes until the berries soften and release their juices.

Adding the sugar — Combine strawberries, sugar, and a little water. Cook over

Cooking the strawberry compote — Combine strawberries, sugar, and a little water. Cook over

Thicken the compote (optional). In a small cup, mix cornstarch and water until smooth. Stir half the cornstarch mixture into the pot and cook a minute or two more until thickened. Add more slurry if you want a thicker compote, repeating as needed.

Cornstarch and water — Combine cornstarch and water in a

Making slurry — Combine cornstarch and water in a

Add lemon juice and adjust flavors. Stir in lemon juice, then taste the compote. Add more sugar or lemon juice to get the perfect balance of sweet and tart.
Cool down. Let the compote cool to about room temperature before using it to top the pudding.

Spoonful of sweet strawberry compote — Once the flavor is spot on, take off heat. Wait for it to cool before topping the pudding.

Step 3: Combine

Serve. Spoon the cooled strawberry compote over the thickened chia pudding and enjoy.

A jar of matcha chia pudding with strawberry compote topping — Top the chilled chia pudding with strawberry compote and enjoy!

Variations

Vegan

To make this Strawberry Matcha Chia Pudding vegan-friendly:

Swap the non-fat Greek yogurt for a plant-based yogurt. Coconut, almond, or soy yogurts are great options; just choose one with a creamy texture.
Use your favorite vegan sweetener. Maple syrup, agave nectar, or a branded option will work well as the sweetener of choice.
Ensure any protein powder you add is plant-based if you decide to boost protein (see next section).

Sweet matcha chia pudding with a layer of strawberry compote on top — Sweet matcha chia pudding topped with strawberry compote

High Protein

Want to power up this pudding with extra protein? Here’s how:

Add a scoop of your preferred protein powder to the yogurt-milk mix before stirring in the chia seeds. This keeps the texture smooth and adds around 20 grams of protein.
Add an extra half tablespoon of chia seeds to keep the pudding thick and satisfying. Without it, the pudding might be a bit too thin.
If your protein powder is already sweetened, reduce the sweetener by half to avoid an overly sweet pudding.

	Protein per serving (g)
Regular	15.5
Regular + protein powder	35.5

Meal Prep

Strawberry matcha chia pudding is a perfect make-ahead treat:

Make the chia pudding base first and let it thicken.
Top with the strawberry compote either right after the pudding sets or just before serving.

Tips

Don’t stir together. Keeping both layers separate makes the flavors more distinct.
Simplify the topping with strawberry puree. Instead of cooking a compote, blend strawberries into a puree, sweeten and add lemon juice to taste, then mix in chia seeds and let it thicken before topping your pudding. This shortcut saves time without skimping on flavor.
Warm milk to smooth out matcha. Heat the milk slightly and whisk in the matcha before combining with other wet ingredients if you find your matcha tends to clump. This little step helps create a smooth, vibrant pudding base.
Swap in different pudding bases. Don’t hesitate to use alternative bases like my milk-only chia pudding or even cottage cheese chia pudding base, depending on what you have on hand and how much protein you want.

Smooth matcha chia pudding with rich strawberry compote topping — Healthy and delicious matcha strawberry chia pudding for two

Storage

Once you’ve prepared your strawberry matcha chia pudding, store it in a tightly sealed container in the fridge. It will keep fresh and tasty for up to 3-4 days.

Similar Recipes to Try

Looking for more? Check out the following recipes:

Strawberry Chia Pudding. Want something even simpler but just as fresh? This no-cook pudding blends creamy Greek yogurt with sweet strawberries for a quick, healthy snack or breakfast.
Mango Chia Pudding. If you want a tropical, no-cook change of pace, this bright mango pudding keeps things light and refreshing for any time of day.
Chocolate Chia Pudding. For those moments when you need a cozy, chocolatey treat, this simple recipe hits the spot with creamy richness and a fiber punch.