Strawberries: Since this is a recipe for strawberry chia pudding, strawberries are a key ingredient. I used fresh strawberries, but an equal amount of frozen strawberries, or 1 cup of freeze-dried strawberries will work too.

Almond Milk: I like using an unsweetened version of my homemade almond milk to keep this recipe dairy-free. You may also use other types of non-dairy milk (such as cashew milk, rice milk, oat milk, etc.). Alternatively, if you are not lactose-intolerant, go ahead and use regular milk instead.

Yogurt: I used dairy-free Greek-style yogurt to keep this recipe dairy-free. However, if you are not lactose-intolerant or allergic to dairy, go ahead and use regular Greek yogurt instead.

Chia Seeds: Since this is a recipe for chia seed pudding, chia seeds are a must, so make sure not to substitute them with anything else.

Maple Syrup: I like using maple syrup as a natural sweetener. However, agave nectar will work too. Alternatively, if you are not vegan, honey will work as well. If you are diabetic or insulin-resistant, I recommend using maple-flavored monkfruit syrup.

Vanilla Extract: I like adding a bit of vanilla extract for extra flavor. However, if you don’t have it on hand or are not a fan of vanilla, feel free to leave it out.