Desserts

Berry Yogurt and Chia Cups

Layered cups of unsweetened yogurt, chia and berries — a simple make-ahead dessert with no added sugar.

Berry Yogurt and Chia Cups

Ingredients

  • 1 cup plain unsweetened yogurt
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen berries
  • 2 tablespoons chia seeds
  • 2 tablespoons rolled oats
  • Ground cinnamon or vanilla to taste
  • 1 tablespoon chopped nuts or seeds, optional

Preparation

  1. Mix the yogurt with the chia seeds and cinnamon or vanilla.
  2. Refrigerate for approximately 30 minutes.
  3. Divide half the yogurt mixture between two glasses.
  4. Add a layer of berries and oats.
  5. Add the remaining yogurt.
  6. Finish with fruit and the optional nuts or seeds.

Optional substitution: Use a fortified unsweetened plant-based yogurt.

Why it fits: Combines fruit with a protein-containing base, chia and oats without requiring added sugar.

Allergen note: May contain dairy, nuts, soy or seeds depending on the ingredients used.

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Last reviewed against the cited sources: July 18, 2026